TALES FROM THE DARK

In the shadows of a deserted fairground, enter a strange new place that lies between reality and dreams. Here is a place where walls move, pictures watch you and a room expands into a magical island. Be lured into a world inhabited by wonderful characters such as the seductive Lorelei, Rapunzel and the cool Ice Queen. The plug monster and other childhood terrors like the scary creature under your bed and giant spiders come back to haunt us.

Fairytales and myths come to life in a dazzling display of trapeze, rope and acrobatic performance. Bodies hang suspended from the ceiling, dangle from ropes and fly overhead. Playful characters tease the audience and draw them into their games. Beware, you may fall under the heady spell of the voodoo dance?

Sydney Aerial Theatre Association (SATA) presents 'Tales from the Dark' a high-energy aerial spectacular. Fusing acrobatic skills, dance, theatre and music, SATA presents a fresh and original approach to circus. The show is directed by Aimee Thomas and Shelalagh McGovern, co-founders of SATA and Aerialize. The show is performed by students of SATA and features the original music of Michael Lyre from Monsieur Camembert and Vicious Hairy Mary.

"Tales from the Dark" performed at Hut 24 in December 2000.