Labyrinth

Stone. Sweat. Fear. From deep within – a low, strange moan. This is a place of terror. Of sacrifice. Of reckoning. This is the Labyrinth. In the haunting corridors beneath Abbotsford Convent, Forest Collective presents a reimagining of their highly successful opera-ballet & piano concerto.

Through this immersive theatrical experience, you will descend into the labyrinth of Greek myth, witnessing first-hand the ordeal of Theseus, Ariadne and her half-brother, the Minotaur. Evan J Lawson’s music and Daniel Szesiong Todd’s libretto confront themes of shame, isolation and redemption, while maverick Melbourne pianist Danaë Killian gives powerful voice to the work’s dramatically-embedded piano concerto. Ashley Dougan’s visceral, yet lyrical choreography and the vision of director Cathy Hunt bring a desperate humanity to this epic tale. Re-enter the Labyrinth in 2025.

“Labyrinth, is packed a full range of energy and emotion into a new interpretation of the Greek tale of the Minotaur” - Classic Melbourne “The effect [of the operatic verses and music] was magic, with the space seemingly perfect for creating the echoing chamber of music that formed the basis of this piece” - Theatre Travels “Start to finish, every element combines in an absorbing theatrical experience.” - Arts Review