National Black Theatre

Cultural organisation

Aboriginal theatre group based in Redfern which grew out of political struggles for land rights. The centre held workshops in modern dancing, tribal dancing, writing for theatre, karate and photography, and provided a venue for new Aboriginal drama.

Milestone

Born

1934

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Formed

1970

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Dissolved

1977

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Name

Alternate

Black Theatre

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Alternate

The Black Theatre Arts and Cultural Centre

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Occupation

Teacher

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Position

Teacher

Tranby Aboriginal Cooperative College

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Student

Tranby Aboriginal Cooperative College

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Founded by

Sheehan, Jenny

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Founded by

Foley, Gary

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Founded by

Maza, Bob

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Founded by

Coe, Paul

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Founded by

Bostock, Lester

1970

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Founded by

Syron, Brian

1974

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Type

Cultural organisation

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National Black Theatre

Zoe Pollock

2008

Founded by young Aboriginal activists, National Black Theatre tried to tell the stories of Aboriginal life with political impact. From 1974 the group had some government funding and moved from street and sketch theatre to full productions of new plays by Aboriginal playwrights. Despite its success, the company lost its funding and closed in 1977.

The Dictionary of Sydney was archived in 2021.

The Dictionary of Sydney was archived in 2021.

National Black Theatre