How the Birds Got Their Colours | Mackay Festival of Arts 2026

Next date: Saturday, 04 July 2026 | 11:00 AM

Where Imagination Takes Flight

Presented in the open air against a living backdrop of sky, flora and fauna, Living Sculptures: How the Birds Got Their Colours is a striking, Indigenous-led contemporary performance.

Created by ARC Circus Co. in collaboration with Luther Cora and Yugambeh Aboriginal Dancers, this visually rich work blends traditional First Nations dance and storytelling with contemporary circus.

Inspired by the Dreamtime story, the performance unfolds as living artworks before your eyes, exploring themes of belonging, identity and the beauty of our
differences.

Heartfelt, immersive and unforgettable, Living Sculptures invites audiences to see the world anew and let your imagination take flight.

When

Saturday, 04 July 2026 | 11:00 AM
Saturday, 04 July 2026 | 02:00 PM
Sunday, 05 July 2026 | 11:00 AM
Sunday, 05 July 2026 | 02:00 PM

Location

Sun Lawn, Botanic Gardens, 9 Lagoon Street, West Mackay, 4740, View map

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Saturday and Sunday
July 4 and 5, 2026

11.00am and 2.00pm
Sun Lawn, Botanic Gardens

Cost:

Early Bird prices available until Saturday 30 May 2026, 11.59pm:

$20 Early Bird Admission

Prices available from Sunday 31 May 2026, 12am:

$25 Admission

$3.20 Phone Administration Fee

Tickets will be issued in a digital, PDF format and will be sent by email to the ticket purchaser, not to each individual.

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Age Recommendation:

All ages