Explore the ancient paths of Noongar Boodjar through sound, story and striking visuals

To mark National Reconciliation Week, KAYA returns for its second year with an extended program, inviting audiences on a powerful journey through the landscapes and legends of Noongar Boodjar. This immersive experience weaves together storytelling, music and breathtaking projected visuals, celebrating the enduring spirit of Noongar culture.

Featuring the Sounds of Marawar, KAYA is a vibrant showcase of tradition and talent—where ancient stories meet contemporary artistry in a spectacle of sound and movement.

This free, family-friendly event features an outstanding lineup of emerging and established Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, including Bobby Bennell, Tahlia Pabai, Indigo Ellis, and Gina Williams & Guy Ghouse.

Feel the ancestral rhythms

Renowned for his masterful storytelling through music, Phil Walleystack leads the performance with an electrifying blend of history and modernity. The Sounds of Marawar—a string quartet founded by Walleystack and Grammy-winning violinist Emily Gelineau—brings Noongar chants and didgeridoo to life with stunning compositions.

As the performance unfolds, the rich stories of the past come alive in a way that’s both moving and unforgettable.

Event & artist highlights:

—Smoking Ceremony & Welcome to Country | A traditional opening honouring Noongar Boodjar.

—Phil Walleystack | Acclaimed musician and storyteller leading the feature performance.

—Sounds of Marawar | A unique fusion of Noongar vocals, didgeridoo and orchestral strings.

—KAYA dancers | Captivating traditional dance performances.

—Live music | Performances by Bobby Bennell, Tahlia Pabai, Indigo Ellis, Gina Williams & Guy Ghouse.

KAYA is presented by Aboriginal Shows and Productions and proudly supported by Tourism WA.

Event details

When
Sunday 18 May | 6.30pm - 8.30pm

Where
Yagan Square Amphitheatre

Directions
Yagan Square Amphitheatre is located to the rear of Yagan Square (Horseshoe Bridge side) and situated next to the Perth Underground Train Station and Busport for easy travel.