
Raised in Big Spirit Country
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Raised in Big Spirit Country is a vibrant concert event celebrating the legacy and future of the “Broome sound, a distinctive fusion of music, movement and storytelling born from Australia’s Kimberley region. Led by Naomi Pigram-Mitchell with a powerhouse ensemble of musicians, vocalists and dancers, it’s an exhilarating night of rhythm, heart and connection. Blending concert, theatre and cultural celebration, the work showcases world-class artists and intergenerational collaboration. With its sell-out premiere at Perth’s State Theatre Centre, the production has proven audience appeal and adaptability across theatres, festivals and outdoor stages. Raised in Big Spirit Country offers presenters a joyous, high-impact event that celebrates culture, community and the enduring spirit of Big Spirit Country.
Company
Pigram Productions & Black Swan State Theatre Company
Company / Artist Bio
Naomi Pigram-Mitchell is a multifaceted Yawuru and Wadjarri creative from Broome, Western Australia, and the daughter of Stephen Pigram. Immersed in the "Broome sound," her early career featured roles in the Bran Nue Dae cabarets and the national tour of Corrugation Road. She created and directed the acclaimed concert event Raised in Big Spirit Country. Naomi currently serves as the Associate Artistic Director for the Black Swan State Theatre Company. In this role, she mentors emerging Indigenous talent, develops new works, and strengthens the artistic connection between the Kimberley and the Perth arts scene, dedicated to celebrating and preserving Indigenous storytelling.
Location
Western Australia, Australia
Presentation Type
Showcase - Excerpt
Artform
TheatreMulti-artform/HybridContemporary Music
Venue suitability
Proscenium archConcert hallOutdoors
Reviews
"In a night of music, laughter, and dance, the audience is transported in mere seconds to Broome through songs... and a strong sense of story and place." - Perth Arts Live
Instagram
@blackswanstc
Facebook
@blackswanstatetheatrecompany
Contact Name
Naomi Pigram-Mitchell
Contact Phone
0416 538 691
Contact Email
n.pigram@blackswantheatre.com.au