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Desert Hothouse | Public Property
Fri
31
Fri 31 Jul 6:30 PM
Aviation Carpark
General Admission
July
PUBLIC PROPERTY | Madeleine Krenek
Inspired by the grim spectacle of depression era dance competitions of the 1920s and 30s, Public Property reflects on the darker side of human entertainment, showcasing suffering and endurance for public spectacle.
In a contemporary context, it critiques the ongoing commodification of risk and vulnerability through the digital exposure of people's lives, increasingly available for human consumption and public commentary. With a particular focus on the often invisible and undervalued labour of women, the work also draws parallels between historical and modern forms of exploitation.
Through layered physicality, absurdity, spectacle and real time choreography, Public Property challenges traditional spectatorship, inviting the audience to question their complicity - implicating you in the spectacle of endurance, emotional vulnerability, and exhaustion on display.
Call for participants
Alongside witnessing the work unfold, you can choose to step inside it. A limited number of audience members are invited to register as active participants - becoming part of the live choreography and the emotional terrain of the performance. No performance experience is required - just a willingness to engage, respond, and be part of the unfolding work in real time. Participants will be required to move around the space, interact with the performers and will be live-streamed onto screens in the performance space.
Participant Tickets (Stage 1: Expression of Interest)
Curious to be more than a spectator? Register your interest in a Participant Ticket when booking. You’ll receive a follow-up with some more information about what’s involved, so you can decide if you’d like to proceed.
This show will also be performed on Saturday 1 August at 6.30pm and individual tickets will be on sale soon.
In the meantime, check out our exclusive full-day Saturday pass to see all three Desert Hothouse shows, including a long-table meal and curated conversations.
Link to Saturday pass here: Desert Hothouse | Saturday Pass | Araluen Arts Centre
About Madeleine
Madeleine Krenek is an Aotearoa-born dancer, choreographer, and educator who co-founded GUTS Dance // Central Australia with Frankie Snowdon in 2018. Her choreographic work has been presented in Australia, New Zealand, and the USA. She brings deep experience across professional performance, tertiary education, and community-based practice in regional and remote Australia.
Choreographer: Madeleine Krenek
Collaborating Performers: Ash Musk, Karlia Cook, Kady Mansour, Bella Waru, and Madeleine Krenek
Sound Composition/Design: Serina Pech and Anna Whitaker
Lighting, Spatial and Set Design: Jen Hector
Video Artist: Samuel James
Live Videography: Ivan Trigo Miras
Design Consultant for Public Property: Elliat Rich
Dramaturge: Ash Musk
Creative Producer: Frances Robinson
Production Management: Triptic Event Management
Thought Leader: Art Oracle, Erica McCalman
Creative Consultant: Ping Flynn
SUPPORTERS AND PARTNERS
Desert Hothouse is presented by GUTS Dance // Central Australia in partnership with the Araluen Arts Centre. Desert Hothouse is assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body. GUTS Dance is supported by the Tim Fairfax Family Foundation and receives funding from Creative Australia through the Australian Cultural Fund.
GUTS Dance also receives organisational funding through Arts NT and Future Generations Australia.
Warnings: Loud sound.
Inspired by the grim spectacle of depression era dance competitions of the 1920s and 30s, Public Property reflects on the darker side of human entertainment, showcasing suffering and endurance for public spectacle.
In a contemporary context, it critiques the ongoing commodification of risk and vulnerability through the digital exposure of people's lives, increasingly available for human consumption and public commentary. With a particular focus on the often invisible and undervalued labour of women, the work also draws parallels between historical and modern forms of exploitation.
Through layered physicality, absurdity, spectacle and real time choreography, Public Property challenges traditional spectatorship, inviting the audience to question their complicity - implicating you in the spectacle of endurance, emotional vulnerability, and exhaustion on display.
Call for participants
Alongside witnessing the work unfold, you can choose to step inside it. A limited number of audience members are invited to register as active participants - becoming part of the live choreography and the emotional terrain of the performance. No performance experience is required - just a willingness to engage, respond, and be part of the unfolding work in real time. Participants will be required to move around the space, interact with the performers and will be live-streamed onto screens in the performance space.
Participant Tickets (Stage 1: Expression of Interest)
Curious to be more than a spectator? Register your interest in a Participant Ticket when booking. You’ll receive a follow-up with some more information about what’s involved, so you can decide if you’d like to proceed.
This show will also be performed on Saturday 1 August at 6.30pm and individual tickets will be on sale soon.
In the meantime, check out our exclusive full-day Saturday pass to see all three Desert Hothouse shows, including a long-table meal and curated conversations.
Link to Saturday pass here: Desert Hothouse | Saturday Pass | Araluen Arts Centre
About Madeleine
Madeleine Krenek is an Aotearoa-born dancer, choreographer, and educator who co-founded GUTS Dance // Central Australia with Frankie Snowdon in 2018. Her choreographic work has been presented in Australia, New Zealand, and the USA. She brings deep experience across professional performance, tertiary education, and community-based practice in regional and remote Australia.
Choreographer: Madeleine Krenek
Collaborating Performers: Ash Musk, Karlia Cook, Kady Mansour, Bella Waru, and Madeleine Krenek
Sound Composition/Design: Serina Pech and Anna Whitaker
Lighting, Spatial and Set Design: Jen Hector
Video Artist: Samuel James
Live Videography: Ivan Trigo Miras
Design Consultant for Public Property: Elliat Rich
Dramaturge: Ash Musk
Creative Producer: Frances Robinson
Production Management: Triptic Event Management
Thought Leader: Art Oracle, Erica McCalman
Creative Consultant: Ping Flynn
SUPPORTERS AND PARTNERS
Desert Hothouse is presented by GUTS Dance // Central Australia in partnership with the Araluen Arts Centre. Desert Hothouse is assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body. GUTS Dance is supported by the Tim Fairfax Family Foundation and receives funding from Creative Australia through the Australian Cultural Fund.
GUTS Dance also receives organisational funding through Arts NT and Future Generations Australia.
Warnings: Loud sound.