A dark past, a hopeful future.

The Eumeralla river flows through Gunditjmara country in southwest Victoria. It was here, 180 years ago, that war broke out between traditional owners and those who sought to dispossess them of their land.

Combining moving poetry, two choirs, orchestra and the platform of the Requiem mass, a history of heartbreak and horror is revealed in this monumental new work. With a fusion of Western classical tradition and First Nations culture, Eumeralla soars with resilience and reconciliation.

This event was previously scheduled for Friday 15 October, 2021.

All ticket holders have been emailed directly with more information and options regarding their tickets.

PROGRAM

Deborah CHEETHAM Eumeralla, a war requiem for peace

ARTIST

Benjamin Northey conductor 
Deborah Cheetham soprano (Yorta Yorta)  
Linda Barcan mezzo soprano  
Don Bemrose baritone (Gungarri)  
WASO Chorus 
Dhungala Children’s Choir

RUNNING TIMES

FRIDAY
Start: 7:30pm
Finish: 8:30pm*
No interval

Times are approximate and subject to change at any time.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

RIVERSIDE CAFÉ
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Bookings are recommended. Find out how to book.

WARDLE KITCHEN DINNER
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No bookings necessary.

GRAB & GO
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No bookings necessary.

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Presented by WASO in collaboration with Short Black Opera.

Sung in dialects of the Gunditjmara people of southwestern Victoria. Eumeralla, a war requiem for peace is presented in Perth with support from the Bendat Family Foundation. The Gunditjmara translation was the work of senior Gunditjmara language custodian Vicki Couzens and linguist Travers Eira.