Making of a Man
Making of a Man is a solo lecture performance by Quindell Orton blending dance, video, spoken word, and live camera to unpack how bodies ‘do’ masculinity.
Starting as a TED Talk and morphing into something more unruly, the piece journeys through pop culture, personal interviews, and dance to question the rigid codes of manhood. With silicone abs, shifting voices, and a highly physical presence, Orton explores vulnerability, identity, and the performative layers of gender.
Described as smart, subversive, and touching, Making of a Man challenges the gender binary with humour, insight, and care.
Presented by: The Blue Room Theatre & Quindell Orton
Quindell Orton is a dance artist working across Germany and Australia since 2008. Born on Wadjuk Boodjar Land, she began dancing at John Curtin College of the Arts and with STEPS Youth Dance Company, graduating with Honours in Dance from WAAPA. Quindell’s practice explores the body in context, as material, and as a reflective tool. She has worked with Chrissie Parrott, Jo Pollitt, and in long-term collaboration with Anna Konjetzky. She has toured internationally (performing at Reaktor Shanghai, Sommerszene Salzburg, Bipod Festival, Prisma Festival amongst others). As cofounder of Anything Is Valid Dance Theatre (2008–2018), her works received various awards, including Best Production (PAWA Awards) for Dust on the Shortbread and Best Dance (Adelaide Fringe) for Life in Miniature.
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1 Venue
Theatre at The Blue Room Theatre
The Blue Room Theatre, 53 James St Mall, Perth Cultural Centre, Perth
Perth Cultural Centre (PCC) rejuvenation project construction obstructs some pathways to the venue. Please see way finding signage on-site; or refer to the CITS website for updates (https://www.cits.wa.gov.au/infrastructure/perth-cultural-centre-rejuvenation).
- Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian
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