Canku Ota
	(Many Paths)
	An Online Newsletter Celebrating Native America
	april 7, 2001 - Issue 33
	Laura Dance and Cultural Festival

Within the shadows of the world's oldest art galleries lies a place of magic and beauty. Every two years a meeting of ancient wisdom and youthful energy takes place and transforms this sacred area into a ring of music, dance, colour, hope and life………. In an explosive celebration of indigenous culture and history, The Laura Dance and Cultural Festival 2001 - RECONCILIATION will be an inspiring call for an answer to the nation's plea for reconciliation. From June 22-24 2001, the traditional Bora Ground on the Laura River Valley will come to life in a unique gathering of Cape York and Gulf Communities. Showcasing the communities' dancing, music, imagery and singing, The Laura Dance and Cultural Festival will provide an unforgettable insight into the ancient wonders and priceless gifts indigenous culture offers all Australians. The Ang-gnarra Aboriginal Corporation host the Laura Dance and Cultural Festival. The Events Division of The Adventure Company Australia (Explore Australia South Pacific) has been appointed the Event Manager of the Laura Dance and Cultural Festival. Explore Australia S.P has a deep knowledge of the Laura region, a diverse and highly experienced management team and a commitment to the Tropical North Region. Reconciliation 2001 The theme Reconciliation is timely and has wide appeal and social relevance. This theme will be a recurring element of the event and will be consistent throughout the schedule of activities and performances. Reconciliation-related initiatives will be introduced into the festival's programme. Laura Dance and Cultural Festival 2001 - RECONCILIATION will be an unforgettable show-casing of the best of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art and Culture. With a carefully planned schedule and a diverse range of activities and performances, Reconciliation 2001 promises to provide a rich experience of dance, arts, singing, music and interactive demonstrations. The successful elements of previous festivals will be retained and built upon. This strong foundation provides an ideal starting point for Reconciliation 2001. Schedule The festival begins Friday with communities and visitors arriving from far and wide… Friday June 22 Communities traditional dancing within the sacred Bora Ring Traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts & Crafts Cultural Workshops in traditional skills Spear and Boomerang throwing Guided tours to Laura Quinkan Rock Art Galleries Cape York Art Awards exhibition The giant "wall of reconciliation" Saturday June 23 Communities traditional dancing within the sacred Bora Ring Traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts & Crafts Spear and Boomerang throwing Cultural Workshops in traditional skills Guided tours to Laura Quinkan Rock Art Galleries Cape York Art Awards exhibition Night walk of reconciliation Contemporary evening concert featuring a number of leading names... ...Coloured Stone, Jody Cockatoo of Yothu Yindi, Neil Murray (Warumpi Band) and Seaman Dan... Hot off the presses: ...Leah Purcell will MC both nights of contemporary music and song! New concert artists... Frank Yamma and Band Piranpa, Rita Mills and the Decendants, The Pad Boys, Gudabah Band and the visiting Roro Dancers from Papua New Guinea ! Sunday June 24 Communities traditional dancing within the sacred Bora Ring Traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts & Crafts Spear and Boomerang throwing Cultural Workshops in traditional skills Guided tours to Laura Quinkan Rock Art Galleries Cape York Art Awards - judging On behalf of the Ang-Gnarra Aboriginal Corporation and the people of Laura, I would like to extend an open invitation to all your readers. If you have any questions please contact me through the e-mail address below. Sincerely, Susan Crockford Events Manager ************************************************ THE ADVENTURE COMPANY AUSTRALIA TEL: 61 7 4051 4777 FAX: 61 7 4051 4888 EMAIL: laurafest@adventures.com.au

For more information about the Laura Festival visit their site Laura Festival http://www.laurafestival.com/

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