Creative Bama Connections is a First Nations-led creative company grounded in culture, language, and connection to Country. Since its beginnings supporting Mamu Elders through a grassroots language program, CBC has grown into a dynamic platform delivering creative, culturally connected spaces across community, education, and the arts. Working alongside organisations, artists, and cultural practitioners, CBC holds space for reclamation—where stories, language, and knowledge are shared, strengthened, and carried forward through a creative and cultural lens.

Birmba is the company’s first touring children’s theatre work, marking an exciting new chapter through its Bama In Theatre initiative. This piece has been developed through a deeply respectful and collaborative process, guided by Elders and shaped through on-Country creative developments. These processes ensure that stories are grounded, culturally informed, and held with integrity as they move to the stage.

As CBC continues to grow, a slate of future theatre and screen projects are on the horizon—each led by the same commitment to culture, collaboration, and truth-telling. Birmba is the beginning of this journey in theatre: a heartfelt, language-rich work that invites young audiences and their communities to connect, listen, and celebrate the strength of story grounded in Country.

Sean Dow - Kukubaka (Talk to Much)
Troy Schrieber - Junkurrji (Strong One)/Soundscape
Cleopatra Pryce - Jankaji (Knowledge Women)
Wawumun (Felicity Schrieber) - Ukelele/Guitar/Vox Support
Linton Schrieber - Bass/Cajon/Didgerdoo/Bilma (Clapsticks)/Vox Support
Nikki Doll - Percussionsist/Live Soundscape/Vox Support
Daphne Naden - Elder in Residence (Language & Cultural Guidance)
Nadine McDonald-Dowd - Director/Tour Support
Merindi Schrieber - Creative Producer/Playwright/Music Director

The Birmba team acknowledge the many voices who have made this piece possible including QPAC's Sparks program, Creative Life Cairns and the many other creatives who have joined the journey to date.

We also acknowledge that this first nations story is one of many throughout this nation yet to shared and honour the elders and ancestors of the lands on which Birmba will tour.

This production is complimented by a dedicated team of creatives all passionate about sharing stories from the tropical north in its rawest yet finest and relatable form. This unique multi-sensory theatre work is grounded in First Nations storytelling, culture, and connection to Country.

Highlighting the power of intuitive and collective voice, unity, and care for each other and the natural world, Birmba offers an immersive timeless experience that resonates across generations. Its themes of belonging, resilience, and shared responsibility make it highly appealing to families, schools, and diverse audiences seeking meaningful, culturally grounded theatre that both inspires and connects.

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NOTE: Updated marketing material will be available from late 2026

Beyond the performance, we offer a range of creative and culturally grounded engagement activities that deepen connection and learning. These include workshops in movement and performance, music and sound, visual arts, creative writing, and Caring for Country practices, alongside woven sensory sessions with schools and community groups, including First Nations women weaving sessions.

We have have avialable (late 2026) curriculum-linked school resources such as teacher packs, classroom activities, cultural context guides, and digital content, supporting continued learning before and after the show.

These activities meaningfully engage communities by creating safe, creative spaces for storytelling, cultural exchange, and connection to Country. The cultural legacy of the tour is strengthened relationships, increased cultural understanding, and creative resources that remain with schools and communities. We also encourage ongoing connection with local First Nations Elders and knowledge holders, ensuring the work continues beyond the tour.