Riverside and Matriark Theatre presents
URZA AND THE SONG IN THE DARK
Come on an adventure through a subterranean wonderland of complex caves, underground lakes and mystical creatures in this brand new fable.
After centuries of mining, the town’s hill has lost its ‘Song Spirit’ and all that remains are the shadows of its stones. When a mysterious song leads one of the miners, Urza, into the depths of the earth her world is shaken. Along the way she befriends a lost explorer, gets pursued by a mysterious force and finds herself caught up in a primeval story of legendary proportions.
Featuring shadow projections, live music and puppetry, this intimate production will spark your students’ imaginations.
Add the workshop to your booking to enhance your students experience! Join Matriark Theatre as they reveal their unique approach to shadow puppetry, physical performance and shadow play in a hands-on experience that will allow your students to bring a world of their own creations to life.
FYI this production contains strobe lighting. The workshop is limited to 20 students and is only available with the show
Awards
2018
Sydney Fringe Festival
Winner: Festival Director’s Award
2018
Sydney Fringe Festival
Winner: Designer
Please Note:
Tickets to this event are sold to 100% of capacity. All Riverside patrons will be seated in line with current NSW Public Health guidelines, allowing patrons to be seated alongside each other. NSW Health strongly recommends you wear a mask when you are inside places where it is difficult to keep 1.5 metres distance from other people.
Please note that NSW Health regularly updates areas where there may be concerns regarding potential case transmission of COVID-19. Prior to attending your performance, we suggest patrons check the latest Case Alert Updates from Health NSW and follow the instructions regarding Close Contacts and requirements for self-isolation and/or COVID testing as stipulated by Health NSW and the current NSW Public Health Orders. Please note that patrons who have visited any identified alert area must NOT attend public performances or gatherings of any type. If you have any questions and would like to discuss this with a member of our team, please contact our Box Office staff on 02 8839 3399 or email BoxOffice_Riverside@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au
Riverside Theatres is registered with the NSW Government as a COVID Safe venue. Our COVID Safe plan was developed in line with federal and state government health guidelines, and following consultation with Live Performance Australia, other NSW venues, and various government bodies, on enhanced health, hygiene and safety measures. These measures include: defined audience capacity; social distancing; wearing face masks; mandatory Service NSW QR code registration check in; extra cleaning; increased sanitisation of high-touch surfaces; the provision of hand sanitiser, anti-bacterial wipes and hand washing facilities throughout the venue; traffic management plans to alleviate congestion in public spaces.
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Director
Scott Parker
Design and Realisation
Aleisa Jelbart
Sound Designer and Composer
Kathryn Roberts Parker
Performers
Madeleine McWilliam
Scott Parker
Puppeteer
Aleisa Jelbart
Musician
Kathryn Roberts Parker
Photos
Jolanta Morgan
SUITABLE FOR YEARS 2 – 6
(Stages 1 – 3)
According to the exemption under the public health order (COVID 19 Restrictions on Gathering and Movement) Order (No 7) 2020 (NSW) under the Public Health Act 2010 (NSW), issued on February 1 2021, organised groups who enter a premises as part of a school, child care, aged care or disability group are not required to provide the premises with contact details of every person in their group. This is subject to the following conditions:
- It is duty of the group organiser (teacher or carer) to keep an electronic record of the entire group and their contact details for 28 days after the event.
- The group organiser must provide the premises (Riverside Theatres) with at least two contacts to make available to NSW Health.
From the Program Coordinator…
This production has so much to offer your students, from a beautiful narrative, told through various mediums such as shadow puppetry, music and live action, to a distinct focus on environmental sustainability and an amazing strong female protagonist who shuns stereotypes and saves the world. This creative show has plenty for you to explore further in the classroom, linking to English, Creative Arts and HSIE areas of learning.
Available Extras
Add the workshop to your booking to enhance your students experience! Join Matriark Theatre as they reveal their unique approach to shadow puppetry, physical performance and shadow play in a hands-on experience that will allow your students to bring a world of their own creations to life.
Curriculum Links and Resources
Download the Curriculum Links here: Urza and the Song in the Dark Curriculum Links
Schools Bookings
For further information and to book please contact our Education Booking Coordinator on 8839 3308 or email education_riverside@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au, or fill in our Schools Bookings Form here.
Riverside’s Risk Assessment & Covid Safe Plan
Download our Risk Assessment
Take a look at our Patron Safety Information and Download our Covid Safe Plan
Accessibility
Download information about access at Riverside here: Access at Riverside
Access Points
Music
This production has a strong music focus.
Visual Cues
This production has strong visual cues giving students a different reference point for comprehension of the narrative or subject matter.
Photos
