FABULOUS FESTIVAL FUN FOR FAMILIES INCLUDES WORLD PREMIERE
A world premiere collaboration between Terrapin Puppet Theatre and the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
(TSO) heads the family-friendly component of Ten Days on the Island in 2013, with ground-breaking use of
the NBN to create a new work, Shadow Dreams.

Artistic Director Jo Duffy said that Shadow Dreams is distinctly Tasmanian, but also nation-leading.
“Not only is Shadow Dreams a world premiere event, it also utilises the NBN, so that it is presented
simultaneously in Burnie, Launceston and Hobart,” Ms Duffy said.

“It is a story of two boys experiencing each other’s dreams, even though one lives in the city and the other
in the bush, and it is unlike anything ever undertaken in Tasmania, or even nationally, as it requires the NBN
technology that is only available in Tasmania.

“As a statewide festival, we are uniquely placed to deliver Shadow Dreams as a statewide event.
“We are confident it will be both entertaining as a piece of theatre and impressive as a showcase of
communications technology.”

Dance lovers have not been overlooked for the 2013 festival, with Tasmania’s leading dance company
Tasdance presenting Luminous Flux, an electrifying double bill that explores light.

For theatre lovers, I Heart Alice Heart I from Ireland is a joyous piece of theatre about two women who defy
stereotypes to share something they’ve never shared before. A fresh, human and hilarious piece, I Heart
Alice Heart I will be performed in both Burnie and Deloraine.

“Ten Days on the Island has always sought to celebrate Tasmanian artists within the festival, while also
ensuring our youngest audience members can join in the fun, and 2013 will be no exception,” Ms Duffy said.

“We are looking forward to announcing details on more festival events in coming months.”

Tickets and more information about these events will be available from

Thursday 27 September online at tendaysontheisland.com.
Terrapin Puppet Theatre was awarded an Australia Council Broadband Arts Initiative grant to support the
development and delivery of Shadow Dreams.

VENUE INFORMATION
Shadow Dreams: Burnie Arts & Function Centre, 77 Wilmot Street, Burnie, Sunday 17 March
Luminous Flux: Devonport Entertainment & Convention Centre, Tuesday 19 & Wednesday 20 March
I Heart Alice Heart I: Deloraine Little Theatre, 18 March
Burnie High School Performing Arts Centre, 21 March