Rapture
Dance | Exhibition | Dinner – an intimate evening shaped by tides and coastline with woven sculpture, immersive projections and soundscapes.
"There is a rapture on the lonely shore, There is society where none intrudes, By the deep Sea, and music in its roar.” Byron
An intimate evening of dance, sculpture, and sound inspired by the tides, the moon, and the healing power of the sea. Performed by a trio of professional dancers with video projections, woven sculptures by Lizzie Riley, and immersive soundscapes.
Friday 5 June 2026 – from 3:30pm (performance 5:00pm)
3:30pm, Turbulence exhibition opening
5:00pm, Rapture performance
6:30pm, Dinner at Whalers Galley Cafe
Drawing on the rhythms of the ocean and the beauty of the Torndirrup coastline, this sensory performance explores the space where land and sea meet in a celebration of movement, memory, and the sea’s restorative power.
Join us in the Historic Whaling Station Gallery for a glass of wine from our favourite local wineries whilst immersed in the suspended woven sculptures of Lizzie Riley’s Turbulence exhibition, before wondering up to the oil tank theatre for the one-off performance of Rapture a unique and richly layered sensory experience delivered through the interplay of movement, projection, and sound. Finish the evening at Whalers Galley Cafe for a delicious dinner and spectacular views over King George Sound.
Book tickets here -
https://bit.ly/Rapture2026
Your ticket includes:
- Invite to Turbulence VIP gallery opening, light refreshments provided.
- Rapture performance, approx. 45 minutes in duration.
- Dinner at Whalers Galley Cafe, pre-selected menu option with 2 drinks included.
Rapture is directed by John Carberry, choreography by Talitha Maslin, Tash Rolfe and Jessica Ruggera.
Please note – This is an 18+ only event, please dress for the weather as our site can be cold during winter months.
Supported by City of Albany.
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