SIR Robert Helpmann Theatre manager Frank Morello has described the performance by the Yamato Drummers of Japan as exhilarating for theatre-goers.
Exploding onto stage yesterday, the performers brought centuries of Japanese culture and tradition to the Blue Lake city.
“It was wonderful to have Millicent High School Japanese language students attend the workshop and learn about taiko drumming and how important it is to Japanese culture,” Mr Morello said.
“It was a high energy workshop and the students were put through their paces physically, rhythmically and musically.”
He said it was a great for the students to be exposed to such an expressive art form, adding they seemed to enjoy the experience.
Mr Morello said the Yamato Drummers also performed on the Helpmann stage last night and wowed the audience with their skill and intensity.
This year marks Yamato’s 25th anniversary, celebrating more than 3700 performances in 54 countries and reaching more than seven million fans.
The talented musicians present a thrilling and explosive interpretation of the Taiko tradition.
