
The Dan Daw Show
The Dan Daw Show
The Australian dancer fuses sexy choreography and touching theatricality to take a stand against ableism.
His whole life, the Australian disabled dancer Dan Daw has been told that he’s ‘brave’ or ‘an inspiration’. Now, he’s turning the spotlight inward, to find his own truth through a subject that holds the power to both challenge and liberate: kink.
This daring International Festival debut fuses sexy choreography and touching theatricality to take a stand against the disabling forces of society. Joined by collaborator Christopher Owen, Daw reclaims power through domination and submission – on his own terms. Through the lens of identity, kink becomes an act of defiance and radical self-acceptance in this hybrid work directed by Mark Maughan.
Nominated for multiple dance awards, The Dan Daw Show peeps into the push-pull of living with shame while bursting with pride. Exploring intimacy and resilience, this is an uplifting performance about letting go and reclaiming yourself.
Before each performance there will be an Access Drop-In session. Find out more.
Unapologetic, vulnerable, brilliant
Programme
A keepsake freesheet is available at the venue for this performance.
Cast & Credits
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- Dan Daw & Christopher OwenPerformers & Collaborators
- Mark MaughanDirector
- Thyrza AbrahamsAssistant Director
- Sarah BlancMovement & Rehearsal Director
- Emma BaileyDesigner
- Nao NagaiLighting Designer
- Guy ConnellyComposer & Sound Designer
- Brian LobelDramaturg
- Dr Kate MarshArtistic Peer Support
Dive Deeper
We offer Pre-Show Access Drop-In Sessions for anyone with access requirements who would benefit from being in the space and finding out more about the show before the performance commences.
Dates & Times
There will be a post-show talk on 3 Aug. Post-show talks are an informal opportunity for you to connect further with artists. It will begin 10 minutes after the performance ends and is expected to last no more than 30 minutes. You are welcome to stay for as little or as long as suits you.