Welcome to Gothla AU, Australia's first and only multi-day festival dedicated to the dark side of dance. Sister festival to Gothla UK, the UK's biggest, best, and longest running bellydance festival, now in its 17th year, and with offshoots in France, Italy, Spain, Florida and Brazil! Celebrating gothic, metal, theatrical and dark dance styles, a home for the offbeat and left of centre. Come join us at 'Cabaret of Curiosities' on Friday night - our dark fusion showcase spectacular, featuring all of our amazing teachers and other incredible talents. Drape yourself in velvet, adorn yourself in lace and watch some of the most creative and unique dance performances from our stunning array of professional dancers. Afterwards, join us for cocktail hour hosted by the Vampire Lounge, and enjoy one of the signature absinthe cocktails on offer We acknowledge that this event is held on the stolen lands of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging. Sovereignty was never ceded.