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In partnership with MAGNT, Tracks presents ‘Open Studio’ performances of ‘Practice
Practise meets ‘52 ACTIONS’

Dance artists from Darwin’s much-loved dance company Tracks, flex their artistic
and physical practice, incorporating diverse techniques, improvisation, and
movement enquiry as they interact with contemporary artworks from the touring
exhibition ‘52 ACTIONS’.

On three (3) occasions, Tracks dance artists will bring their usual weekly studio practice
from the premises at Tracks to MAGNT to interact and improvise with the works from
’52 ACTIONS’ for viewing by the general public. The open studio performances are
suitable for all ages, are free and performed in situ in Gallery 1 at MAGNT.
Key to the presentation of ‘Practice Practise meets 52 ACTIONS’ is a cooperative and
productive relationship between MAGNT and TRACKS.
Dates and Times of public open studio performances:
Thursday 4 April 10 – 11am
Thursday 2 May 10am – 11am
Thursday 16 May 10am – 11am

Dancers: Jess Devereux, Kelly Beneforti, SJ Spillett, Jenelle Saunders, David McMicken

Company Partners

Tracks Inc is proudly sponsored by the Northern Territory Government.

Cloud Split was made possible by the generous support of the Tracks Donor Circle. If you wish to become a Tracks Donor - go here

Project Partner

Tracks Donors Circle

Tracks 2024

Artistic Director: David McMicken
Company Director: Sean Pardy
Associate Artistic Director: Jess Devereux
Production Manager: Duane Preston
Dance Animateurs: Kelly Beneforti & SJ Spillett
Creative Producer: Britt Guy
Administrator: Debbie Micairan & Jocelyn Tribe
Bookkeeper: It Figures
Auditors: AMW Audit

Committee Members: Chairperson: Max Dewa Stretton/David Taylor. Treasurer: Glenn Bernardin. Ordinary Members: Andrea Wicking, David Taylor, Max Stretton, Lachlan Peattie, Rachael Wallis, Anna Lindsay, Venaska Cheliah, Sarah Rennie. Ex-Officio: David McMicken, Sean Pardy

Photos

52 Actions presented by Artspace at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Photograph: Bryony Nainby. David McMicken and ?

52 Actions presented by Artspace at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Photograph: Bryony Nainby. Kelly Beneforti

52 Actions presented by Artspace at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Photograph: Bryony Nainby. Kelly beneforti, Jenelle Saunders

52 Actions presented by Artspace at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Photograph: Bryony Nainby. Jenelle Saunders and gallery visitors

52 Actions presented by Artspace at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Photograph: Bryony Nainby. Kelly Beneforti, SJ Spillett, Jess Devereux, David McMicken

SJ Spillett, David McMicken. 52 Actions presented by Artspace at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Photograph: Duane Preston

SJ Spillett, . 52 Actions presented by Artspace at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Photograph: Duane Preston

David McMicken. 52 Actions presented by Artspace at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Photograph: Duane Preston

Join us!

Open to all, Society Meetings (dance classes) are held in an inclusive and supportive studio space led by Tracks' experienced dance facilitators. At the end of the course, there will be an optional pop-up performance opportunity to show off the dance in front of an audience, or just bust out your new moves, anytime, anywhere.

Venue

Tracks Dance Studio, Darwin

Cost

4-week course: $50

What you need to know

· DSDS course costs $50, whether you attend 1 class or all 4

· You need to sign up before it starts (places are limited, so grab your friends and book!)

· Dead Singers Dance Society is for people 18 years+

· All movers are welcome, from zero dance experience right up to super-trained dancers

· Wear comfy clothes you can move/feel good in

· Moving barefoot or wearing soft dance shoes is best for Tracks' dancefloor

More Older Adults Information

Tracks has had a consistent focus on dancing and the older adult, wherever we go. We believe that our elders hold valuable cultural information that only comes from age and experience. Their wisdom guides much of what we do, ensuring our focus on dance as a whole of life activity remains core to our thinking.

Feedback from Episode 1

"Well run, on time, professional"

"Great representation [to cultures other than my own]"

"Heard more about different cultures and panellists' experiences"

"Critical conversations was thought-provoking and funny and engaging, and informative"

"Generous storytelling, authentic connections, and well facilitated, did not focus on just one individual or have audience ‘personalities’ take over"

"It was interesting hearing the opinions and experiences of the panellists"

"Connection through art is vital, especially now when some countries/people seem to be moving away from true commonalities that make us human; the event was encouraging that Tracks values and actively works to support people connecting through art."

"Relationships being mentioned made me reflective of the ones that I have made, and failed to make."

"Thanks for your commitment to art and community"

"Looking forward to future critical conversations."

Past Residents

Aaron Lim
Ade Suharto
Alexandra Jordan
Anokai Lancaster
Bronwyn Warmington
Bryn Wackett
Caleb Japanangka Patrick (Lajamanu)
Chloe Lauverjon
Crystal Thomas
DCity Rockers B* Boy Crew
Debbie Micairan
Darryl Butler
David McMicken & Darryl Butler
Felicity Wardle
Feras Shaheen (Detour)
Flynn
Hungry Hearts
Jay Clarke
Jedda Scott
Jen Ma (Detour)
Jess Devereux
Jess Devereux & Kris Keogh
Jess Devereux & Susan van den Ham
Jess Ford
Jin Jing
Jordan Bretherton, Darren Edwards, Mitchel Aldridge
Jordan Bretherton & Madeleine Turnbull
Jules Gabor
Katy Moir
Kate Mornane
Kelly Beneforti
Kelly Beneforti & Nick Yates
Kinetic (Brisbane/East Timor)
Kyle Walmsley
Lizzi Webb
Lucy Found
Lushdance
Mim Ellen-Barwell
Molly O’Hagen
Natalie Hafsteins
Rochelle Cabry
Sheila Rose
Slovenia Croatia Australia exchange - Accomplice
Tara Schmidt, Jenelle Saunders & Kate Mornane (The Brunettes)
Tiny Toones (Cambodia) & Nick Power - Accomplice
Venaska Cheliah

Darwin Classes

Feb - Dec Fridays 9.30 - 11am Tracks Dance Studio, Darwin All classes are a $10 Donation Contact Tracks for more info.
Tutor: David McMicken with guests

Coomalie Classes

Feb - Dec Wednesdays 10am - 12pm
Litchfield Motel, Batchelor
All classes are a $10 Donation
Contact Tracks for more info.
Tutor: Darryl Butler, assisted by Ellen Hankin

"It's like having champagne in your bloodstream" Nan - Coomalie Chapter

Explore Further

Older Adults Home Page

We Are Local Review - Alana James

"A generous and deeply local p[performance presented as a balm for the modern world we live in."

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Australian Leisure Management article

AUDIENCE FEEDBACK

"An exquisite show that gave all the joy with humour and community!"

"Such a beautiful and connective show. It was heart-warming and reaffirming."

"It felt like a dream of what the world could be."

"The stories connected me to our joint sense of humanity."

"A beautiful setting, amazing music, dance and blending of different cultures"
"Entertaining, engaging and heartfelt"

"Tracks is the most genuinely community-minded company I know; I love their work always."

"What a feast for the senses! From music to dance to costumes to storytelling and comedy, the range of ages - all so impressive but, in every way, what I have come to expect and love in a Tracks show."