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A FREE
FESTIVAL
CELEBRATING
FIRST NATIONS
CULTURE
25 - 26 NOV 2017
FREE ALL WEEKEND
SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE FORECOURT
This November, Homeground returns bigger and better than ever featuring the very best First Nations artists from Australia and around the world.
Join us to celebrate the power of contemporary artists and ancient customs in this free two-day festival packed with live music, dance, workshops, markets and more.
Dance Rites is Australia’s national Indigenous dance competition celebrating the sharing of cultural knowledge including language, dance, skin markings and instruments from one generation to the next.
Experience a striking fusion of traditional culture and electronic music with powerful new music duo Electric Fields (featuring Michael Ross and Zaachariaha Fielding).
The Muggera Dancers come from a long line of cultural leaders, song men, world-class dancers and didgeridoo players with a formidable respect for culture.
Lead singer and songwriter for indie/alternative band The Medics, environmental and social activist, storyteller, and now solo performer, Kahl Wallis is a young Aboriginal First Nation Artist on a mission.
Homeground is joining forces with Winda Film Festival by screening a special Indigenous short films program showcasing First Nations filmmakers from around the world.
Rako Pasefika are a collaborative dance group with artists from Fiji, Rotuma, Tonga and Rabi whose work is led by their love for their heritage and their ever-present connection to the Pacific Islands.
Witness the creation of an exquisite Sand Mandala formed by millions of grains of brightly coloured sand, intricately placed with great skill by the Namgyal monks of Tibet.
From the rich storytelling traditions of Aboriginal NSW, Jannawi dance clan shine a light on strength, resilience and the artistry of Aboriginal women, men, youth and dance culture today.
Experience this performative workshop which will take you on a visual and sonic journey and will provide you with a unique perspective as a guest on Gadigal lands.
Discover the unique stories of the Gadigal people and their connection to Bennelong Point as a gathering place for community, ceremony and storytelling.
