For Rhoda Roberts, SOH Head of Indigenous Programming, Homeground is an experience all Australians can share.

Homeground is a celebration of the very best First Nations artists from Australia and around the world. Limelight‘s Jo Litson spoke to the Sydney Opera House’s Head of Indigenous Programming about what audiences can expect at this year’s festival.

How much has the event evolved since last year?

Over the last year we have increased the footprint of the event and incorporated the project Dance Rites. It’s bigger and better than ever. It’s all about access and encouraging as many Australians to have an immersive experience with First Nations culture at the Opera House – you will be surprised!

^{Brisbane band Dub Marine will be at Homeground}

Which events and artists are you particularly excited about this year?

This year we have looked at artists and their connections to each other and country. East Journey join us from the homelands of East Arnhem Land, they are also connected as family to one of Australia’s most phenomenal bands Yothu Yindi, remember their song Treaty?  Joining us from PNG is Airileke and the PNG Drummers with their incredible log drumming, Papuan...