Dates & Session Times


Wednesday 23 Oct - 6:00pm
Friday 25 Oct - 6:00pm
Sunday 27 Oct - 2:00pm

Venue

Bay 17, Carriageworks Sydney

245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh


Access

Our Chill Out Zone will be open all festival long, located in the Public Space and available for those in need of a spot of respite. And just ask the Front of House team if you would like access to our Quiet Space between performances.

Auslan Interpreted Performance: Sunday 27 October


Lead Artist
HOSSEI

Performers
NAHID
Eugene Choi
Julia Croft
Jonny Ellis
Tom Hungerford
Beau Lai
Sidney McMahon
Valentina Penkova
Maria White

Costume Designer
Tanja Mijan

Composer and Sound Engineer
Harri Harding

Band and Performer
Niki Johnson

Senior Choir
Linda Marr
Gemma Tamock

Stage Manager
Claire Finneran

Lighting Designer
Sam Whiteside

Production Manager
Verónica Barac

Hair Stylist
Haruka Sato

Makeup Artist
Alana Lucky

Commissioned by Performance Space

Experience the magic of THUNDERBLOOM-LIVE, a full-length theatrical extravaganza originally commissioned as a visual album by West Space (Victoria) and now brought to life at the 2024 Liveworks Festival by Performance Space at Carriageworks. This captivating show features HOSSEI, his mother NAHID, supporting singers, dancers, a local seniors choir, and live music. Infused with themes of healing, care, and humour, THUNDERBLOOM-LIVE showcases vibrant and colourful costumes, heartfelt music, and dynamic performances. Exploring health, migrant family dynamics, and the bond between mother and son, this performance promises to captivate audiences, spark meaningful conversations, and leave a lasting impact. Don’t miss this special event that celebrates life, love, and the power of connection.

Reviews for THUNDERBLOOM:

  • “It’s not often you enter a contemporary art space and encounter unbridled sincerity and joy, or the sound of warm laughter, from audiences.” - Sophia Cai, Art Forum

Duration:
60 Minutes

Ticketing:

Purchase tickets for 3 or more performances at once and enjoy a 20% discount. Liveworks Festival is curated to let you experience multiple shows in a single day—so why not make the most of it and see them all!

You can find the full schedule here, and the Archie Rose Liveworks Bar will be open all week for you to eat and drink before and between performances.

Release 1: 21 August
Standard: $50
Concession: $40
30 Down: $30
Artist: $25
Mob Tix: $20

Release 2: 9 September
Standard: $55
Concession: $45
30 Down: $35
Artist: $30
Mob Tix: $20

Release 3: 7 October
Standard: $60
Concession: $50
30 Down: $40
Artist: $35
Mob Tix: $20

Content Warnings:
Flashing Lights. Loud Noises.

Merchandise:
Shop THUNDERBLOOM-LIVE Merch here.



THUNDERBLOOM was originally commissioned by West Space. THUNDERBLOOM-LIVE has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body, the NSW Government through Create NSW, City of Sydney, UTS Gallery, Art & Collection and Parramatta Artist Studios.


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Carriageworks
Level 2, 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh

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+61 2 8571 9100

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