Gal Oya Kandulu - Cry of the Spirits
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Cry of the Spirit: Awakening the Ancestral FlamesStep into a world forgotten by time. "Cry of the Spirit" unveils the poignant tale of the Veddhas, the Indigenous community of Sri Lanka, whose harmonious life within the forest is shattered by the forces of colonialism.
Set in the 1930s, amidst the backdrop of Sri Lanka’s struggle for independence from British rule, the Veddhas live in tune with nature, unaware of the storm brewing beyond the trees. As the nation fights for freedom, the Veddhas face an unseen enemy—the Gal Oya project, a symbol of progress by Western standards that ruthlessly uproots their lives.
Displaced from their ancestral homes, the Veddhas are thrust into a world of foreign customs, their identities eroded by the tides of colonialism. In their despair, they call upon their spirits for guidance, their cries echoing through time.
This powerful dance production brings to light a hidden chapter of history, depicting the damaging effects of colonisation leading to
Location
Tony Sheumack Centre for Performing Arts
92 Kangan Drive , Berwick Victoria 3806
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Gal Oya Kandulu - Cry of the Spirits
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