Australian Chamber Orchestra
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2 hours
(including interval, subject to change without notice)
A cinematic odyssey exploring the waterways that have shaped our world, in all their majesty and fragility.
For millions of years, rivers shaped landscapes and sustained communities. In flow, flood and drought, rivers gave life and carried it away. In two short centuries, humans have begun to re-shape rivers. We build dams upstream to sustain our cities. We alter flood plains and vary flows. Downstream, the changes can be catastrophic.
Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) Artistic Director Richard Tognetti and Director Jennifer Peedom follow their acclaimed Mountain with this cinematic exploration of the waterways that have shaped our world. On screen, the rivers flow in rhythm and harmony with music from outstanding composers. The result is an awe-inspiring combination of timeless music, captivating cinematography, and distinctive narration from Academy Award™ winner Willem Dafoe.
The score features iconic works by composers including Bach and Ravel, music by Jonny Greenwood and Radiohead, and new original music by Richard Tognetti and peerless Indigenous composer William Barton. The soundtrack won ARIA and AACTA awards. Performed live by Richard Tognetti and the ACO, alongside Jennifer Peedom’s astonishing visuals, the effect is even more powerful.
River: film live in concert, featuring music by
Bach
Vivaldi
Mahler
Sibelius
Ravel
Thomas Adès
Peteris Vasks
Richard Tognetti
Radiohead
Jonny Greenwood
William Barton
Musical Director, Composer and Violin
Composer, Vocals and Didgeridoo
Vocals and Violin
Orchestra
Writer, Director and Producer
Writer
Producer
Producer
Co-Writer and Co-Director
Principal Cinematography
Principal Cinematography
Principal Cinematography
Principal Cinematography
Principal Cinematography
Narrator
Staging Director
Lighting Design
Accessibility at QPAC
For wheelchair users, Companion Card holders or those requiring assistance, dedicated seating options are available, and bookings can be made through our Call Centre by calling 136 246. You can also find information on access and accessibility .
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