Ancient art on Sydney Opera House

 “There’s no greater canvas in Australia, or even globally, than the Sydney Opera House. It’s really the pinnacle of my career”, says artist. Judith (Jenuarrie) Warrie, Badu Gili whose artworks will flash and play nightly all year over the sails of the Sydney Opera House from July 24th.

This first refresh of the Badu Gili light installation, launched in 2017, traces songlines across shifting terrain, from the far corners of the Australian desert to the waters of the Torres Strait.

Badu Gili, which means ‘water light’ in Gadigal language, celebrates the ancient stories and rich contemporary culture of Australia’s First Nations.

Badu Gili 2018 blends the diverse voices of established artist and community leader Djambawa Marawili AM, vibrant watercolour painter Mervyn Rubuntja, internationally renowned artist and prestigious Telstra NATSIAA awards finalist Mabel Juli, painter, lecturer and traditional healer Patricia Ansell Dodds, ceramicist Penny Evans and emerging printmaker Aiona Tala Gaidan, with an original soundscape by Damian Robinson.

Since its launch in July 2017, Badu Gili has been experienced by more than 160,000 visitors to the Opera House, with another 620,000 people from around the world viewing the projection online.

Badu Gili 2018 is part of the Opera House’s First Nations program, which includes the joyous annual Dance Rites competition, acclaimed podcast Deadly Voices from the House and a robust program of contemporary dance, talks, theatre and workshops.

Sydney Opera House CEO Louise Herron AM says: “Bennelong Point, or Tubowgule as it was known to the local Gadigal people, has a long history as a special place of gathering, ceremony and storytelling, and we strive to carry on that legacy today. Badu Gili demonstrates the Opera House’s commitment to fostering and celebrating a shared sense of belonging for all Australians.” 

Badu Gili 2018 is a free seven-minute animation on the Opera House’s eastern Bennelong sail that takes place year-round at sunset and again at 7pm, or 9pm during daylight saving time. It is best viewed from the top of the Opera House’s Monumental Steps. 

See here for updated screening times... 

 

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