After 12 years with the Bangarra Dance Theatre, Frances Rings is delivering her first piece since stepping in as artistic director for the company.

'Yuldea' is a deeply personal ceremonial affirmation of history and heritage, inspired by her family’s connection to the area.

The piece tells the story of the Aṉangu people of the Great Victorian Desert and the abrupt moment that traditional life collided with the industrial ambition of a growing nation in South Australia.

In Yuldea, the ancient water soak, Yooldil Kapi, connected important trading routes and dreaming stories that crossed through the site for thousands of years.

We spoke with Frances ahead of Bangarra's shows on Kaurna Yerta.