Ghenoa Gela Ghenoa Gela i(A149952 works by)
Gender: Female
Heritage: Torres Strait Islander
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BiographyHistory

'A proud Koedal – Aubaith Clan Wagadagam, Mualgal Poid and Aragan, Samsep and Peidu Woman, Gela is a multidisciplinary storyteller who has worked with Force Majeure Dance Theatre Company, Marrugeku Dance Theatre Company, Shaun Parker & Company, Bell Shakespeare and Circus Oz' (Creative Australia).

She has a background in Torres Strait Islander dancing and holds a diploma in Careers in Dance (NAISDA) (RealTime).

Source: RealBlak: 'Aspire to Inspire' RealTime No. 111; Creative Australia (https://www.booksandpublishing.com.au/articles/2024/01/23/245745/first-nations-storytelling-funding-recipients-announced/).

Most Referenced Works

Personal Awards

2024 recipient Australia Council Grants, Awards and Fellowships Elevate : First Nations Storytelling
2022 Sidney Myer Creative Fellowship
2020 recipient Australia Council Grants, Awards and Fellowships Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups $50,000
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