cleo doyle

Age Group: 11/12
Title: Ochre – Contemporary Aboriginal Dance
Theme: Country and Connection
Medium: Video

My name is Cleo Doyle, and I am a proud Kamilaroi performer and choreographer with a deep passion for Aboriginal contemporary dance, based on Awabakal Country (Lake Macquarie/ Newcastle). My choreographic work ‘Ochre’ is a deeply personal and powerful reflection of my journey, reconnecting to culture and identity as a proud Aboriginal woman. Ochre, as a material and symbol, is central to this work – it represents the earth, history, ceremony and the enduring spirit of our people. For me, ochre embodies the stories, struggles, and strength of my ancestors and community; it is something we wear with pride, a physical and spiritual reminder of who we are and where we come from. Through ‘Ochre’, I honour the resilience, beauty and sacred connection between land, culture and self, making it a powerful act of cultural celebration and healing for both myself and my community.