Andrea James is a descendant of the Yorta Yorta and Gunnaikurnai Aboriginal nations and a graduate of the Victorian College of the Arts. She makes work that reflects her identity, sharing historical and contemporary stories of Aboriginal experiences in ways that honour traditional and ongoing cultural practice within sharp contemporary theatrical language and form. Hers is a fiercely political, deeply humane and spiritual practice, offering solidarity for her own community while bringing these stories to new audiences. Andrea is a highly experienced collaborator, playwright, producer and director.
Bio: Playlab Theatre
Photo: Marnya Rothe, courtesy of Performing Lines
