FIRST LIGHTS acknowledges the Whadjuk Nyoongar People whose land we live and make on. We acknowledge elders past, present and emerging for their part in the continuation of culture and care for country. We are grateful for their passing of knowledge so we can move through country with awareness and form collaborations that are ethical and rightful.

First Lights – Cowaramup

20 May 2023 Cowaramup Bay, Gracetown

Date and Time

20 May 2023

Entry

FREE

Accessibility

Led by Wadandi matriarchs, Mitchella Hutchins and Vivian Brockman-Webb, First Lights — Cowaramup brings an ancient tale transcending space and time. This story takes place in the beginning, when life stirred into existence and formed a great assembly to decide who would be Custodian of all creation. Located on the shores of Gracetown, the bay is transformed, opening a portal to a time when the world was Dreaming.

Co-presented with The Farm Margaret River.

Artists: Mitchella Hutchins & Vivian Brockman-Webb
Sound Design: Envelope Audio
Animation: Jarrad Russell
Technical Partner: Stellar Lights
Sound Production: EAVP
Livestream & Videography: Kitecast

This event is generously supported by: The Farm Margaret River, Caroline de Mori, Simon Bedbrook, Justin Vivian, Marie Forrest, Chris Ryder, Vanya Cullen, Rodney Silberstein, Neil McKaracher, and Wayne Martin.

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Event Information

We have in place traffic management, and with advice from the Department of Biodiversity and Attractions will provide bunting for sensitive areas of the beach.

Road closures:
– Cowaramup Bay Road (if all Gracetown carparks are filled)
Please note: Gracetown residents will still be admitted with their pink vehicle access sticker.

Traffic Management will be in place from 4pm to manage parking. We advise against local road use between 4pm – 7pm as there may be congestion. We will close Cowaramup Bay Road once our audience capacity is reached.

In the event of inclement weather, the show will be postponed to a date to be advised. For all
updates, please visit https://firstlights.com.au/projects/gracetown/, or follow our Instagram
@first__lights.

WHERE TO SEE THE SHOW –
The best viewing is from Gracetown Beach, at Cowaramup Bay. Please follow the directions of our event staff to approach the beach.

Residents are also welcome to view the show from their verandah or balcony, and listen in through the livestream, which can be accessed via www.firstlights.com.au/projects/gracetown.

If the beach reaches capacity of 2,000 people, viewers will be redirected to an alternative viewing location to be announced. Again, please visit www.firstlights.com.au/projects/gracetown for the most up-to-date information. You can also find our site map, and all relevant access information on this webpage.

TIME –
Saturday 20 May
5pm – 6pm Audience arrive
6pm Welcome to Country and First Lights – Cowaramup
6.40pm Event ends

We highly recommend that attendees arrive early to avoid traffic congestions and ensure a place on the beach.

WHAT TO BRING –
– Weather appropriate clothing
– A picnic blanket or towel to sit on
– A torch
– Food & water

Please note there will be no food trucks or liquor license for this event to ensure the environmental impact is minimised.
Please take your rubbish with you.

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