Memories and Elephants: The art of casual racism
A play adaptation based on the book by Meaghan Katrak Harris
8pm, Friday 23 February 2024
Powerhouse Precinct, Mildura
Adapted and directed by Fiona Blair
Performed by Kimberly Lovegrove, Madelaine Nunn and Richard Bligh
Cultural Consultation - Annabelle Sharman and Richard Frankland
Lighting design - Rob Irwin
Tickets $10
Memories and Elephants: The art of casual racism is a thought-provoking collection of memoir-based essays that delves into the sociopolitical landscape of Australian society. Written by Meaghan Katrak Harris, these essays offer a unique exploration of the intersectionality of Australian culture, classism, racism, and identity.
Through her powerful personal narrative, Meaghan draws on her experiences as a teenage mother, a member of a large multicultural family, a social worker, and an academic. With clarity and compassion, she sheds light on the often uncomfortable aspects of our society - the elephants in the room that have been historically downplayed and ignored.
From memories of country life to the bustling city, from the streets to national television, Memories and Elephants invites readers to challenge the dominant narrative of Australian identity. It encourages us to think critically about the complexities of our multicultural society and the impact of casual racism.