Araluen Arts Centre: 
Desert Hothouse | Public Property
PUBLIC PROPOERTY | Madeleine Krenek
Inspired by the grim spectacle of depression era dance competitions of the 1920s and 30s, Public Property reflects on the darker side of human entertainment, showcasing suffering and endurance for public spectacle.
In a contemporary context, it critiques the ongoing commodification of risk and vulnerability through the digital exposure of people's lives, increasingly available for human consumption and public commentary. With a particular focus on the often invisible and undervalued labour of women, the work also draws parallels between historical and modern forms of exploitation.
Through layered physicality, absurdity, spectacle and real time choreography, Public Property challenges traditional spectatorship, inviting the audience to question their complicity - implicating you in the spectacle of endurance, emotional vulnerability, and exhaustion on display.
Experience Public Property from the inside
A limited number of ticket holders are invited to experience Public Property from within the performance space, alongside the performers.
As an inside guest, you will:
- Experience the work from within the performance space, in close proximity to the performers, for approximately 45 minutes.
- Need to be comfortable with light physical movement, including getting up from and sitting down on chairs and moving around the space.
- Be filmed as part of live camera work and performance documentation.
Register your interest here, with more info to follow.
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About Madeleine
Madeleine Krenek is an Aotearoa-born dancer, choreographer, and educator who co-founded GUTS Dance // Central Australia with Frankie Snowdon in 2018. Her choreographic work has been presented in Australia, New Zealand, and the USA. She brings deep experience across professional performance, tertiary education, and community-based practice in regional and remote Australia.
Creative Team
Choreographer: Madeleine Krenek
Collaborating Performers: Ash Musk, Karlia Cook, Kady Mansour, Bella Waru, and Madeleine Krenek
Sound Composition/Design: Serina Pech and Anna Whitaker
Lighting, Spatial and Set Design: Jen Hector
Video Artist: Samuel James
Live Videography: Ivan Trigo Miras
Costume Design & Manufacturing: Geoffrey Watson
Leatherwork for Public Property: James Young
Design Consultant for Public Property: Elliat Rich
Dramaturge: Ash Musk
Dramaturge and Creative Consultant for territory: Amala Groom
Creative Producer: Frances Robinson
Production Management: Triptic Event Management
Thought Leader: Erica McCalman
Creative Consultant: Ping Flynn
SUPPORTERS AND PARTNERS
Desert Hothouse is presented by GUTS Dance // Central Australia in partnership with the Araluen Arts Centre.
Desert Hothouse is assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body, Regional Arts Australia and the Northern Territory Government through Arts NT.
GUTS Dance is supported by the Tim Fairfax Family Foundation and receives funding from Creative Australia through the Australian Cultural Fund and also receives organisational funding through Arts NT, Creative Australia and Future Generations Australia.
Photography Credit: Ivan Trigo Miras
Dates
Times
6.30pm
Prices
Adult
$35
Concession
$30
Student
$30
Child (Under 12)
$20
2026 Araluen Member
$30
Genre
Location
Central Australian Aviation Museum Carpark
Extra information
Online ticketing is available up until one hour prior to the performance.
For ticket purchases after this time, please visit the Araluen Box Office or call us on (08) 8951 1122.
Accessibility
Warnings
Loud sound, please note this performance is outdoors, located at the Central Australian Aviation Museum Carpark, and is standing only. If you require a chair, please get in touch after purchasing your ticket.
Booking Fee
For this event, a one-off service fee of $2.50 per transaction applies on all purchases online. All ticket prices include GST.
