Living Sculptures: How the birds got their colours

Tue, 6th Oct 2026 10:30 am

Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney NSW 2000

First Nations-led circus and dance Australia A breathtaking fusion of First Nations dance, storytelling and contemporary circus, Living Sculptures brings an ancient Dreamtime story vividly to life. Created by Queensland’s ARC Circus in collaboration with the Yugambeh Aboriginal Dancers and led by Luther Cora, this striking outdoor performance reimagines the story of how the birds came to wear their vibrant feathers. Through powerful physical storytelling, it explores themes of belonging, identity and the strength found in embracing difference. Audiences are invited to watch in awe as performers transform before their eyes, building extraordinary living sculptures through acrobatics, dance and physical theatre. Rich in culture, movement and imagination, this captivating work offers an accessible and unforgettable way for audiences of all ages to experience First Nations stories. Heart-opening, visually spectacular and deeply moving, Living Sculptures celebrates connection, diversity and the stories that shape us all. Sydney Opera House presents an ARC Circus production