Mardi Gras: Colour and Movement

The Mardi Gras workshop in the early 80s introduced the aesthetics and principles of community art to the parade. It was a miracle considering the meagre resources available. Ron Smith talks about Peter Tully, the Mardi Gras workshop and Imelda’s Shoes. John Wall explains what it took to put Cronulla Gay Group floats together. Betty Hounslow reflects on Lesbian visibility in the parade over time and Paul O’Grady talks about the vibrancy of Mardi Gras.