AustLit

'Meet Flo, the unwelcome Aunty everyone complains about, but who we depend on for our very existence. 

'You would think we’d be proud of this most significant Tidda - keeper of our divine feminine power - but we hide her away and talk about her in whispers, especially later on when she stops turning up altogether. This is her story, or is it?

'A hilarious play created by mob for mob, exploring the ups and downs of the most natural stage of anyone who bleeds life -  menopause.

'The story was developed by Nazaree Dickerson for ILBIJERRI Theatre Company, and was born out of real life experiences of First Nations women.' (Production summary)

'A magical story of a cubby, a sneaky neighbour and a fight for survival.

'Frankie has built a wondrous world, which she wants so dearly to share with her neighbour Ash. She soon realises that Ash has other ideas. How will Frankie save this special place?

'In an epic and hilarious battle, Frankie and Ash face off in the name of crumbs and country.

'Bring the kids along to this bold family-friendly debut show from writer NazAree Dickerson, teaming up with award-winning writer Nathan Maynard.'

Source: Yirramboi Festival.

'There is no greater force than a mother with a fight. She will take the risks—even against a world that has pushed her aside—to protect her family.

'Ngarngk—meaning ‘giver of life’ in the Nyoongar language—puts women at the front in a powerful story about black motherhood and returning to traditional practices. Will the the Tannin family survive the fight, or will the system win again?

'Nyoongar writer NazAree Dickerson hits hard with this matriarchal story—her debut work as a playwright, championing the strength and resilience of her foremothers.'

Source: Yirramboi Festival.