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Author:agent Ian Sinclair

Issue Details: First known date: 2018... 2018 The Farmer's Daughter

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'A bond between a girl and her grandfather, the smells of earth, water and fire, the collision of light, puppet and body in an astounding visual celebration of the powerful relationship between people and the environment.

'Inspired by stories from the Merredin community, The Farmer's Daughter explores themes of change and resilience while celebrating the lives of the people who live and work on the land.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

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Production Details

Presented in partnership with Collgar Wind Farm, CBH Group, the Shire of Merredin, and the Cummins Theatre.

Produced by Spare Parts Puppet Theatre, Fremantle, 30 June to 20 July 2018.

Director: Philip Mitchell.

Designer: Matt McVeigh.

Composer: Lee Buddle.

Lighting Designer: Graham Walne.

Production Manager: Elliot Chambers.

Performers: Ruth Battle, Rebecca Bradley, St John Cowcher, Chloe Flockart.

Voiceover artists: Humphrey Bower and Chloe Flockart.