Which Way Home?
Two black faces in a very white suburb.
Dad still reckons he’s the King of Cool, but he’s an old fella now.
This time, it’s Tash who’s behind the wheel – taking him home.
Our Story
Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company produces award-winning world-class theatre that is exciting, insightful, authentic, and culturally appropriate. In over 30 years Yirra Yaakin has commissioned and premiered more than 60 new works reaching 13 countries on 5 continents. Yirra Yaakin has won many awards including Best Mainstage Production (PAWA) for Hecatè 2021, and Outstanding Ensemble, Musicals & Opera for Panawathi Girl 2022, and a prestigious Sidney Myer Award for our outstanding record of facilitating indigenous artistic programs.
Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company is a locally cherished and nationally important company that supports Aboriginal theatre and culture. We are committed to fostering the next generation of Aboriginal artists, sharing incredible stories told through an Aboriginal lens, and constantly expanding our community engagement and education programs.
Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company leads by honouring the past, investing in the future, and embracing the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Theatre. We respect the generations past and invest in a thriving future for our artists and arts workers.
At What Cost?
Boyd has been walking a tightrope for years – balancing his duty to land and people.
He has a baby on the way and an ancestor to bring home. But something’s shifting. He can feel it – like a change in the wind.
Every year, more people show up claiming to be Palawa. Some he knows. Most he doesn’t. Where have they been all this time? Are they genuine? Or just ticking a box?
Who gets to decide? And what happens when identity is up for debate?
Dates 17 July – 1 August 2026
Written by Nathan Maynard (Trawlwoolway)
Directed by Maitland Schnaars (Nyaki-Nyaki)
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Each year Yirra Yaakin presents a vital and strong education program suitable for young people. We create youth-focused productions, undertake residencies and conduct workshops across the state. We tour locally and regionally, providing unique cultural experiences to some of the most remote communities in the world.
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