Community Engagement Workshops
Barking Gecko Theatre believes all young people should be able to engage with the Arts regardless of geographic location ... and wherever possible in person!
We love working alongside communities across Western Australia to deliver workshops and creative experiences for children and young people. We have a wide variety of existing programs available and are always excited to explore bespoke content for your community.
To start your journey, please contact the Creative Learning Team to discuss ideas and opportunities at learning@barkinggecko.com.au
INSPIRE KARRATHA COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT WORKSHOPS
ENROLMENTS OPEN MONDAY 6 MAY!
Join us at the City of Karratha Library in June as we present our exciting workshop series: Theatre Games and Improvisation and Character and Devising. Each program will offer workshops designed for participants aged 8 – 12 years, as well as secondary students.
These fun-filled 90-minute sessions are designed to spark imaginations and build skills in a joyful and supportive environment. Led by Barking Gecko Senior Teaching Artist, Michelle Hall, these workshops will encourage children and young people to explore drama and performance-based skills whilst developing their self-confidence in these creative and inspiring sessions.
INSPIRE KARRATHA WORKSHOP PROGRAMS:
This workshop will explore the fundamentals of theatre games, improvisation and imagination! Participants will discover the art of spontaneous storytelling and playful exploration.
Through collaborative exercises and a sprinkle of silliness, this workshop will foster confidence, quick thinking and creativity. Participants will have the opportunity to hone their listening and responding skills whilst journeying into the realm of endless possibilities through imagination!
Date: Wednesday 12 June
Time: 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12 Years
Venue: Read Room, City of Karratha Library
Capacity: 16 Participants
Cost: $10
This highly subsidised rate is possible thanks to the support of Woodside Energy and City of Karratha.
Enrolments: Please click here to enrol
Enrolments Open: Monday 6 May 2024
Enrolments Close: Wednesday 5 June 2024 (Unless sold out prior)
Please note, a minimum of 10 participants is required to confirm this workshop.
For any queries, please contact learning@barkinggecko.com.au
This workshop will explore the fundamentals of theatre games, improvisation and imagination! Suited to secondary students, participants are invited to unleash their creativity and discover the art of spontaneous storytelling.
Through collaborative games and exercises, participants will learn to trust their instincts, think on their feet and collaborate with peers to explore story and character through imagination while fostering confidence, quick thinking and creativity.
Date: Wednesday 19 June
Time: 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ages: Year 7 - 12
Venue: Read Room, City of Karratha Library
Capacity: 16 Participants
Cost: $10
This highly subsidised rate is possible thanks to the support of Woodside Energy and City of Karratha.
Enrolments: Please click here to enrol
Enrolments Open: Monday 6 May 2024
Enrolments Close: Thursday 13 June 2024
Please note, a minimum of 10 participants is required to confirm this workshop.
For any queries, please contact learning@barkinggecko.com.au
Designed for secondary students, this workshop will delve into the exciting process of exploring character alongside the art of devised performance.
Exploring physicality, voice and movement together with the unbridled possibility of their own imaginations, participants will engage in a series of exercises that help us understand how we might create our own characters and story from simple ideas and inspirations.
Date: Saturday 22 June
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am
Ages: Year 7 - 12
Venue: Read Room, City of Karratha Library
Capacity: 16 Participants
Cost: $10
This highly subsidised rate is possible thanks to the support of Woodside Energy and City of Karratha.
Enrolments: Please click here to enrol
Enrolments Open: Monday 6 May 2024
Enrolments Close: Saturday 15 June 2024
Please note, a minimum of 10 participants is required to confirm this workshop.
For any queries, please contact learning@barkinggecko.com.au
This workshop will delve into the exciting process of exploring character alongside the art of devised performance.
Exploring physicality, voice and movement together with the unbridled possibility of their own imaginations, participants will engage in a series of exercises that help us understand how we might create our own characters and story from simple ideas and inspirations.
Date: Saturday 22 June
Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Venue: Read Room, City of Karratha Library
Capacity: 16 Participants
Cost: $10
This highly subsidised rate is possible thanks to the support of Woodside Energy and City of Karratha.
Enrolments: Please click here to enrol
Enrolments Open: Monday 6 May 2024
Enrolments Close: Saturday 15 June 2024
Please note, a minimum of 10 participants is required to confirm this workshop.
For any queries, please contact learning@barkinggecko.com.au
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