Míddjarn: Aboriginal ceremony in Maningrida

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The traditional Míddjarn ceremonial dance of the Ndjébbana people is carried out by men and boys in the school grounds at Maningrida Aboriginal community in the north of Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory of Australia. It is a serious ceremony, but also fun for the children to participate in. Everyone is welcome.

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  • Language:Tiwi
  • Location:Nguiu, Bathurst Island, NT, AUSTRALIA
  • Duration:00:07:21
  • Camera:Ludo Kuipers
  • Sound Recordist:Ludo Kuipers
  • English Subtitles:No
  • Genre:Traditional Stories and Dances
  • Year Completed:1987
  • Editor:Ludo Kuipers
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