A person flying through a pile of paper in a bookstore.
A person flying through a pile of paper in a bookstore.
A person flying through a pile of paper in a bookstore.

Homegrown: Labyrinth

Queensland Premiere

Homegrown: Labyrinth

Queensland Premiere

Two lonely booksellers find themselves standing on the edge of eternity hurtling towards the end of all things. Together in their isolation, they spend their days frantically unearthing and preserving the last remnants of the books that remain.

Bouncing between memory and reality, they repaint a picture of times gone by honouring the heartbreaking beauty and fragility of this lost world. It is how we may remain alive, protecting the stories and memories of humankind. Ultimately, we are lost if our collective remembering fades with our fleeting lives.

Labyrinth is a dance theatre work choreographed by Chloe Keating performed in three of the Sunshine Coast’s most beloved bookshops on the Sunshine Coast. The story unfolds within three chapters taking you on a journey of the region:

  • Chapter 1 : The Book Bucket, Maroochydore
  • Chapter 2 : Rosetta Books, Maleny
  • Chapter 3 : Berkelouw Books, Eumundi

Each chapter can be seen as a standalone show, or as a full three-part story. Labyrinth offers space for the audience to take rest in the bookstore, find a quiet corner, and browse the endless books on the shelf.

CREATIVE TEAM

  • Choreographer: Chloe Keating
  • Performers/Collaborators: Kerrod Box and Jacob Watton
  • Dramaturgy: Melissa Lanham

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • The bookstore will be open, so be ready to find a new gem to take home.
  • Café drinks and snacks will be available for purchase.

Partners

Homegrown is supported by the Regional Arts Development Fund, a partnership between the Queensland Government and Sunshine Coast Council to support local arts and culture in the region, and Sunshine Coast Council’s Arts & Heritage Levy.

Presented in partnership with LJ Projects, The Book Bucket, Maroochydore, Rosetta Books and Berkelouw Books.
Image: Travis Macfarlane

Visual Content Rating
50: This work is a dance piece with accompanying soundtrack.

Language No Barrier
There is no dialogue in this show, however there will be limited dialogue pre and post show.

Companion Cards
Horizon Festival is proud to support the Companion Card program. Companion Card holders are eligible for a second ticket at no cost for their companion.

To access a complimentary companion ticket, please contact our team via horizon@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

Any other access requirements
We welcome all audiences to Horizon Festival and strive to make every event and performance as accessible as possible.

We are always open to discussing your individual requirements to assist wherever possible. If you’d like to speak to someone about your access requirements, please contact us during business hours at (07) 5475 7272 or horizon@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.

The Book Bucket, Maroochydore

Wheelchair Accessibility
This venue is accessible to people who use wheelchairs. Seating for people who use wheelchairs will be shown by our Front of House Staff.

Accessible bathrooms are available.

Level Access
This venue is level access throughout, access to the venue via a ramp.

Low Lighting
This venue will feature low lighting throughout. A level of lighting will be provided to assist in moving around the space safely.

 Gender-Neutral Bathrooms
All bathrooms are gender-neutral.

Rosetta Books, Maleny

 Wheelchair Accessibility
This venue is accessible to people who use wheelchairs. Seating for people who use wheelchairs will be shown by our Front of House Staff.

Accessible bathrooms are available.

Level Access
This venue is level access throughout, access to the venue via a ramp.

Low Lighting
This venue will feature low lighting throughout. A level of lighting will be provided to assist in moving around the space safely.

Gender-Neutral Bathrooms
All bathrooms are gender-neutral.

Berkelouw Books, Eumundi

Wheelchair Accessibility
This venue is accessible to people who use wheelchairs. Seating for people who use wheelchairs will be shown by our Front of House Staff.

Accessible bathrooms are available.

Level Access
This venue is level access throughout, access to the venue via a ramp.

Low Lighting
This venue will feature low lighting throughout. A level of lighting will be provided to assist in moving around the space safely.

Gender-Neutral Bathrooms
All bathrooms are gender-neutral.

Suitable for all ages.

This event is presented as part of Horizon Festival 2023, the Sunshine Coast’s leading multi-arts festival. Get lost in 10 days of must-see art, music, culture events and more, from the coast to the hinterland.

  • Thu 31 Aug / 6pm / The Book Bucket / Maroochydore / Kabi Kabi Country
    Fri 1 Sep / 6pm / Rosetta Books / Maleny / Jinibara Country
    Sat 2 Sep / 6pm / Berkelouw Books / Eumundi / Kabi Kabi Country
  • 45 mins
  • Various locations on the Sunshine Coast
  • Chapter: $9.95, Whole Novel: $24.95 (all three shows)
    + booking fees
  • Homegrown / Performance

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