# Boomerang-Shaped Amphitheaters Equity Office Designs the Wangun Amphitheatre in Victoria By Amy Duong | Published 2025-05-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wangun-amphitheatre References: [equity-office](https://equity-office.com/)  Australian firm Equity Office has completed the Wangun Amphitheatre which is located in the southeastern Victoria area. It functions as a [performance space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glasshouse-theatre) for the First Nation community that is sheltered by a canopy made with fabric and framed by steel. It is developed with the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC). Equity Office explains to Dezeen, "The project blended deep [community engagement with architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yutjuwala-djwarr) and education, exemplifying how inclusive co-creation tools can foster connection, understanding and respect between urban and regional communities. Just as we watch a wangun return back to us once thrown, traditional owners hope for people who enjoy shows at Wangun to return, to continue on a journey of knowledge sharing alongside Gunaikurnai people." Image Credit: Equity Office ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 40% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Inclusive Co-creation Spaces:** The rising trend of developing performance spaces through inclusive co-creation with community stakeholders strengthens cultural ties and showcases diverse narratives. - **Culturally-inspired Architectural Design:** Increasing interest in incorporating cultural stories and symbols into architectural design emphasizes a commitment to heritage and local community identity. - **Multi-functional Public Structures:** Designing public structures like amphitheaters with multi-functional capabilities fosters greater community use and encourages cultural exchange. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** The architecture industry embraces innovations that blend traditional elements with modern design in collaborative projects to enhance cultural preservation. - **Civic and Community Development:** Civic and community development industries are increasingly focusing on projects that engage local communities in the design process for enhanced social value. - **Entertainment and Events:** The entertainment and events industry explores new ways of integrating cultural and community-focused venues to offer enriched and diverse experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ring-Shaped Open-Air Amphitheaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luhu-ring-of-starlight.md) - [Bold Performance Pavilion Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-goes-around-bandstand.md) - [Everchanging Water-Based Theaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yichang-grand-theatre.md) - [Archival Performance Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/take-a-bow-centre.md) - [Perorated Brickwork Music Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-gong.md) - [Airborne Concert Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arka-nova.md) - [Heritage-Preserving Cultural Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wuyang-cultural-station.md) - [Alleyway-Inspired Art Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-bund-performing-arts-centre.md) - [Arched Garden-Topped Cultural Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hengqin-culture-and-art-complex.md)