ECHOES IN THE DOME
SUNDAY 15 FEBRUARY
7:00PM + 8:15PM
INDEPENDENT RUNWAYS
Echoes in the Dome presents an immersive salon show redefining the relationship between fashion, movement, and space. Curated by the RMIT Cohort in collaboration with the RMIT RUSU Fashion Society, and presented at the Norla Dome at the Mission to Seafarers Victoria, a heritage-listed Docklands landmark since 1917, Echoes in the Dome unfolds within historic walls that echo a century of maritime and architectural legacy, bringing avant-garde design into dialogue with heritage architecture.
Unlike a traditional runway, Echoes in the Dome unfolds as a slow, reflective performance—an experiential journey where models and performers move freely within the space. Through choreographed interactions of body, fabric and sound, audiences are invited to engage with fashion as living art. The show merges live music and contemporary choreography by the dance academy, creating a dialogue between heritage, sustainability and modern craftsmanship.
A highlight of the show is The Sort for Good project, which showcases the creative transformation of otherwise unwearable clothing collected through Australia’s first dual-stream pilot. Through innovative upcycling the project demonstrates the value of textile “waste” as a resource, highlights design leadership in circularity, and reveals new possibilities for sustainable fashion in Australia. This initiative is brought to life through the collaboration of: SCR Group, RMIT, Wrap Asia Pacific and Reground led by Professor Alice Payne and Dr Lydia Mathieson.
Each designer from RMIT reinterprets time-honoured techniques such as tailoring, weaving and textile manipulation through digital fabrication and experimental silhouettes. The result is a collection that celebrates longevity, adaptability and circular design, highlighting the future of sustainable fashion.Set within the breathtaking architecture of the Norla Dome, Echoes in the Dome delivers a reflective, powerful experience uniting art, culture and innovation.
At its core, Echoes in the Dome invites audiences to reconsider the role of fashion in a changing world—not only as an expression of beauty, but as a medium for dialogue, awareness, and connection. Through the fusion of movement, sound, and design, the show encourages viewers to slow down, witness, and imagine fashion as a catalyst for meaningful change.
The Dome, The Mission to Seafarers Victoria, 717 Flinders St, Docklands
Tickets from $30
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Ticket price range:
Concession $30 / General Entry $35 / Premium Entry $50Session start times: 7:00pm and 8:15pm
Flashing lights
Loud audio or music
18+ only event
Serving alcohol (available to purchase) -
Venue accessibility information
Accessible for wheelchair users
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The Revive and Thrive RMIT COHORT runway, in collaboration with the RMIT the Mission to Seafarers Victoria, unites Taungurung/Dja Dja Wurrung artist Cassie Fisher-Patterson, fashion visionary Thea Basiliou and live performances by musicians and dancers.
Together, they merge culture, fashion and performance—celebrating creativity, innovation and storytelling through an immersive showcase that bridges tradition, movement and contemporary design. Source for Good Australia’s first dual-stream pilot (collaboration with SCR Group, RMIT, Wrap Asia Pacific and Reground).
RMIT Emerging Artist:
Ashley Galea
Camille Meric
Fay Russell
George Dumac
Jessica O'Reilly
Katrina Zhuang
Lola Murray White
Rui Yang
Sadie Niall
Santiago Vender-Zambrano
Sacha Chavoshi
Source for Good Australia’s first dual-stream pilot (collaboration with SCR Group, RMIT, Wrap Asia Pacific and Reground).
Project Members:
Dr Denise Sprynskyj
Blake Barns
Nadya Korchev
Jessica O’Reilly
Fay Russell
Associate Professor Tarun Panwar
Dr Aayushi Badhwar
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For more information, please contact the event organiser:
Revive & Thrive
sophialoutit@gmail.com