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5 May, 2025
Join us for a night of dance, dining and discovery with our Illume Giveaway!
Enter the giveaway on Facebook or Instagram for a chance to win:
Two tickets to see Illume at the Sydney Opera House.
Step out of the shadows and into the phenomena of light – the central life force of our planet. From the extraordinary Bangarra Dance Theatre comes an iridescent new theatrical experience, drawing together music, visual arts and dance to explore the ways light has captivated and sustained Indigenous cultural existence for millennia.
Today, artificial light pollution disrupts ecosystems and obscures the dark night sky, devastating First Nations people’s connections to sky country and limiting their ability to share celestial knowledge and skylore. First Nations people stand on the precipice of the world under threat.
Mirning Choreographer Frances Rings and Goolarrgon Bard Visual Artist Darrell Sibosado’s collaboration explores the awe of light, a bridge between the physical and spiritual worlds. It charts the impacts of light pollution in a climate emergency. Illume asks the urgent question: is the deep wisdom passed down from elders enough to illuminate a path forward from the shadows of a dark future?
A three-course meal at Gadhu Dining by Dwayne Bannon Harrison at Sydney Opera House.
Gadhu (Saltwater in Dharawal language) invites you to immerse yourself in a 2 or 3-course menu created by Aboriginal chef & entrepreneur Dwayne Bannon Harrison, a proud Yuin man. The menu thoughtfully showcases Indigenous knowledge and ingredients, featuring ethically sourced First Nations products and suppliers.
Set in the Joan Sutherland Theatre Northern Foyer with unparalleled views of Sydney Harbour, Gadhu Dining enriches your Illume experience by honouring the sea, land, its people, and their stories, all while promoting sustainability and deeper cultural connection.
A one-night stay at The Langham, Sydney.
Experience a night of luxury with our partner, The Langham. Enter a world of secluded tranquillity with beautiful rooms and suites, each accompanied by unique offerings and spectacular views to make your stay memorable. Located in Millers Point equidistant to The Rocks, Walsh Bay and Barangaroo, The Langham, Sydney, sits nestled in this historic neighbourhood.
Take a glimpse at The Langham Instagram.
Entries close Monday 12 May, 12:00pm AEST.
Winner to be chosen at random by Bangarra Dance Theatre and will be contacted via direct message on Facebook or Instagram.
Prizes are redeemable for the Sydney season of Illume 2025 only.