An electrifying performance, WHITE NOISE has emerged from award-winning creator/performer Alisha McLennan Marler’s lived experience of disability, as an artist, mother, and person. Through a fusion of striking visuals and choreography, live sound manipulation and digital design, audiences are invited to confront their assumptions while exploring the intimate and universal dynamics of communication and parenthood.
A powerful celebration of agency and narrative, this piece is both deeply personal and utterly communal, drawing us to consider our own place in the conversation. Co-choreographed by Jessie McCall, and presented with a short work from Touch Compass’ Oro: Resonance development programme.
Please note: WHITE NOISE features colour-changing lighting, light smoke and haze and reflective acrylic mirror panels that may create visual distortion. The soundscape used includes short periods of sharp or sudden sounds. Parental discretion is advised.
Recommended 14+
Presented as part of Tempo Dance Festival 13–18 October 2026. For the full programme visit: www.tempodancefestival.co.nz
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