Transplanting Swan Lake from Europe to Fremantle, West Australian Ballet weaves Noongar storytelling through the beloved classic in a bold and beautiful move, writes Nina Levy.
![A dark bird-like creature with dazzling hues rippling through its wings leaps into the air. Behind it, water glistens in star light, though the dark clouds cast a dangerous and moody pallor. This is a scene from WA Ballet's Swan Lake. Noongar thread gives classic an exhilarating spin](https://www.seesawmag.com.au/wp-content/uploads/fly-images/50610/Matthew-Lehmann-as-The-Eagle-in-Swan-Lake.-Photo-by-Bradbury-Photography-410x273-c.jpg)
Western Australia’s arts playground
Western Australia’s arts playground
21 November 2022
Transplanting Swan Lake from Europe to Fremantle, West Australian Ballet weaves Noongar storytelling through the beloved classic in a bold and beautiful move, writes Nina Levy.