MZAZA: The Birth and Death of Stars
Thu, 02 Oct
|Trades Hall - ETU Ballroom
Co-presented by The Boite, multi-award-winning band MZAZA performs at Melbourne Fringe Festival for a season of their critically-acclaimed theatrical production The Birth and Death of Stars. The production was rated 4-stars by ArtsHub and has toured to leading festivals and venues in Australia.
Time & Location
02 Oct 2025, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Trades Hall - ETU Ballroom, Trades Hall Pl, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
About the Event
In partnership with The Boite, Human Symphony, Nicholas Clark Management and MZAZA present The Birth and Death of Stars - A captivating evening of award-winning folk music, collage animation and theatrical storytelling. Embark on an unforgettable theatrical journey with MZAZA, one of Australia’s most captivating world music ensembles. This extraordinary production blends enchanting melodies, rare and exotic instruments, and mesmerizing animated visuals to create an experience that’s as beautiful to watch as it is to hear. You’ll be transported to another cosmic realm featuring mesmerising Balkan and French inspired music, stunning visuals, and compelling storytelling exploring what connects us to the world and each other. Much more than a concert, The Birth and Death of Stars is brought to the stage by a powerful collaboration of leading creative minds featuring accomplished theatre director Benjamin Knapton (CIRCA), Finnish animator Laura Matikainen and writer Pauline Maudy. The production has received widespread acclaim, premiering at Brisbane Festival before…