The Australian dancer fuses sexy choreography and touching theatricality to take a stand against ableism. His whole life, the Australian disabled dancer Dan Daw has been told that he’s brave’ or an inspiration’. Now, he’s turning the spotlight inward, to find his own truth through a subject that holds the power to both challenge and liberate: kink. This daring International Festival debut fuses sexy choreography and touching theatricality to take a stand against the disabling forces of society. Joined by collaborator Christopher Owen, Daw reclaims power through domination and submission - on his own terms. Through the lens of identity, kink becomes an act of defiance and radical self-acceptance in this hybrid work directed by Mark Maughan. Nominated for multiple dance awards, The Dan Daw Show peeps into the push-pull of living with shame while bursting with pride. Exploring intimacy and resilience, this is an uplifting performance about letting go and reclaiming yourself. Dan Daw & Christopher Owen Performers & Collaborators Mark Maughan Director Thyrza Abrahams Assistant Director Sarah Blanc Movement & Rehearsal Director Emma Bailey Designer Nao Nagai Lighting Designer Guy Connelly Composer & Sound Designer Brian Lobel Dramaturg Dr Kate Marsh Artistic Peer Support There will be a post-show talk on 3 Aug. Post-show talks are an informal opportunity for you to connect further with artists. It will begin 10 minutes after the performance ends and is expected to last no more than 30 minutes. You are welcome to stay for as little or as long as suits you.