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y separately published work icon From Campfire to Stage Light. single work   drama   - 60 mins
Issue Details: First known date: 2022... 2022 From Campfire to Stage Light.
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'From Campfire to Stage Light is an epic journey toward self-determination and Indigenous pride, as told through the life experience of David Bindi Hudson, well-known and loved cultural leader and global ambassador for Indigenous Australia.

'David is the ultimate storyteller, singer-songwriter, dancer, visual artist and actor and the performance is brought to life through storytelling, songs, and extraordinary visual design.

'The stories take us from David’s traditional lands to the international mega stages as David traversed the world musically, educating people about his culture. He co-founded the award-winning dance troupe ‘Tjapukai’, whose achievements include being Australia’s longest-running theatrical production. David has emerged as a strong cultural leader with a significant arts practice.

'This play, directed by nationally recognised First Nations Director, Isaac Drandic, with music and lyrics by Nereace, Nigel Pegrum and David Bindi Hudson, will take the audience on a culturally rich journey of Far North Queensland and the world.'  (Production summary)

Production Details

  • From Campfire to Stage Light was first co-produced by JUTE Theatre Company and Didge-ralia at the Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Cairns from 6 – 16 July, 2022.

    Cast: David Bindi Hudson, Nereace, Nigel Pegrum
    Playwrights: David Hudson, with Kathryn Ash and Cindy Hudson
    Director: Isaac Drandic
    Set, Costume and Production Designer: Josh McIntosh
    Production Artist: Jedess Hudson
    Production Manager and Lighting Designer: Sam Gibb
    Projection Designer: Keith Deverell
    Sound Designer: Nigel Pegrum
    Stage Manager: Sarah O’Neill
    Music and Lyrics: Nereace, Nigel Pegrum and David Hudson
    Musicians: David Hudson, Nigel Pegrum and Nereace

Publication Details of Only Known VersionEarliest 2 Known Versions of

First known date: 2022
    • Fortitude Valley, Fortitude Valley - New Farm area, Brisbane - North East, Brisbane, Queensland,: Playlab , 2023 .
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      Extent: 1vp.
      ISBN: 9781922424815

Works about this Work

Story-teller Lights a Fire 2024 single work column
— Appears in: Koori Mail , 19 June no. 828 2024; (p. 34)
'David Bindi Hudson, a descendant  of the Ewamian-Western Yalanji peoples of the western Far North Queensland region,  is know for his star quality and rare combination of talents that shine bright in whatever pursuit he is engaged - be it as singer, songwriter, dancer, actor, visual artist or cultural leader for Indigenous Australia - and audiences across Queensland have an opportunity to see his work, up close.' 
Theatre Review : From Campfire to Stage Light Doug Robins , 2022 single work review
— Appears in: ArtsHub , July 2022;

— Review of From Campfire to Stage Light. David Hudson , 2022 single work drama

'A captivating Indigenous life story told through words and music.'

Theatre Review : From Campfire to Stage Light Doug Robins , 2022 single work review
— Appears in: ArtsHub , July 2022;

— Review of From Campfire to Stage Light. David Hudson , 2022 single work drama

'A captivating Indigenous life story told through words and music.'

Story-teller Lights a Fire 2024 single work column
— Appears in: Koori Mail , 19 June no. 828 2024; (p. 34)
'David Bindi Hudson, a descendant  of the Ewamian-Western Yalanji peoples of the western Far North Queensland region,  is know for his star quality and rare combination of talents that shine bright in whatever pursuit he is engaged - be it as singer, songwriter, dancer, actor, visual artist or cultural leader for Indigenous Australia - and audiences across Queensland have an opportunity to see his work, up close.' 
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