Banjos, Boots & Beyoncé

Overview

Throw on your dancing shoes — the young legends at St Martins Youth Arts Centre are hosting a very different kind of bush dance. The latest project from the celebrated youth theatre company, Banjos, Boots and Beyoncé will take over The Substation in Newport from July 6 through July 8. In a hilarious subversion, kids will call the shots over three nights of rowdy dance and bants for grown-ups.

This interactive performance is billed as a contemporary reimagining of an Aussie folk tradition and an examination of the conventions and relevance of social dance. Directed by Luke Kerridge and choreographed by Ghenoa Gela, the show will also feature sound by iconic local DJ MzRizk. The company has quite the resume, having previously presented works in partnership with Dance Massive, Dark Mofo and Melbourne Festival.

In a cheeky effort to bring out your inner youth, guests will be treated to Iced Vovos throughout the night. For those who are not quite ready to jump on in, wallflower tickets are also available for five bucks — but the dancefloor will of course be where the party's at.