Reflections of Service: A Performance by Richard J Frankland

Join us this NAIDOC Week for a special performance by Gunditjmara musician, playwright and veteran Richard J Frankland.

Through music and storytelling, Richard will reflect on his time in the Australian Army and honour the service of First Peoples in Australia's armed forces.

After the performance, join us for a moving Last Post Service(opens in a new window) where we remember and honour the enduring contribution of First Peoples in Australia’s military history.

Bookings essential. This event is free for Shrine Friends and Volunteers.

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About Richard

Richard J Frankland has a long family history of military service. His grandfather Chris Saunders served in the First World War, and his uncles Reg and Harry Saunders served in the Second World War. Reg became the first Aboriginal Australian commissioned as an officer and later served in Korea. Harry was killed on the Kokoda Trail and became the inspiration for one of Richard’s early films Harry’s War.

From 2015 to 2018 Richard was Head of the Wilin Centre at The Victorian College of the Arts. He is a Professor at Deakin University, Melbourne and was Elder-in-Residence at the National Institute of Dramatic Arts.

Richard has produced over 50 films and documentaries, and beyond his creative pursuits, he is closely involved with land rights and Aboriginal affairs generally.

Content advisory

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this performance contains references to deceased persons.

This performance also contains themes of suicide that may be distressing for some audience members. Viewer discretion is advised.