TOWARD THE CRIMSON SKY, Based on Japanese Poem, to Return to Glen Street Theatre, Sept 2-7

TaikOz return to Glen Street Theatre with a compelling new show based on a haiku by Japanese poet Miura Yuzuru, Toward the Crimson Sky. This extraordinary production has been written by TaikOz Artistic Director Ian Cleworth, evoking the poem's sensual, dramatic and often playful imagery of a cloud of dragonflies ascending into a deep red sky.

The thunderous drumming of the taiko is interwoven with the hypnotic melodies of the shakuhachi and shinobue bamboo flutes, voice and a rare performance on the bass koto, a traditional Japanese 17-stringed plucked instrument to be played by special guest artist.

The production will feature new works by the two youngest TaikOz members: from the peaceful meditation of Solace by Tom Royce-Hampton to the dynamic high energy of Exploration by Anton Lock.

Audiences are invited to experience the art of Japanese drumming with a free intimate drumming workshop on Thursday 4 September or Friday 5 September at 3pm. To secure a place at one of the workshops, simply purchase a ticket and contact Box Office to register.

For more information, visit www.glenstreet.com.au.

The Glen Street Theatre is located on the corner of Glen Street and Blackbutts Road, Belrose. Performances will run from 2 - 7 September. Performance Times: Tuesday 6.30pm, Wednesday 11am, Thursday - Saturday 8pm, Saturday 2pm, Sunday 5pm. The running time is 1 hr & 55 mins, including interval. Ticket are priced from $70 - $30. Student Rush tickets $15. To book tickets, visit www.glenstreet.com.au, email admin@glenstreet.com.au or call 9975 1455. Enjoy a Q&A session with the cast after the show on Tuesday 2 September.

Drumming workshops: Thursday 4 September and Friday 5 September at 3 - 4.30pm. Suitable for all skill levels age 16+.Bookings essential.