Gapu Ŋupan (Chasing the Rainbow) - Darwin Festival

A coming together of artists across borders and ancestry.

Weaving together Yolŋu songlines from North East Arnhem Land and storytelling from Paiwan and Amis artists from Taiwan, Gapu Ŋupan offers a rare glimpse into ancient cultures forging a future vision.

Created over five years of cross-cultural collaboration in a powerful seamless unity, Gapu Ŋupan resounds with pride in culture and deep nourishment in spirit and connection. Seasoned performers and artists from Bangarra Dance Theatre and Yothu Yindi intersect with spine-tingling songs in Paiwan language, stunning costumes and traditional instruments. Set against a background of striking videos, come on a journey to Country with dance, song, live instrumentation and exquisite costuming.

Following its critically acclaimed world premiere season at Asia TOPA 2025, don't miss Gapu Ŋupan in its return home to the NT.