Community Engagement Workshops
Barking Gecko Arts 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 EXMOUTH COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT WORKSHOPS
ENROLMENTS OPEN MONDAY 30 SEPTEMBER!
Get your creative juices flowing with Barking Gecko Arts INSPIRE Exmouth Community Engagement Workshops!
Join us at the Mandu Mandu Function Centre in October and November 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 aged 13+.
These fun-filled 90-minute sessions are designed to spark imaginations and build skills in a joyful and supportive environment. Led by Barking Gecko Teaching Artists, Mark Storen and Georgia King , these workshops will encourage children and young people to explore drama and performance-based skills whilst developing their self-confidence and self-expression in these creative and inspiring sessions.
INSPIRE Exmouth is presented as part of the Woodside Arts Access Initiative supported by Woodside Energy, with Venue Support thanks to the Shire of Exmouth.
INSPIRE EXMOUTH WORKSHOP PROGRAMS:
Date: Monday 28 October 2024
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Suitable for: Primary | Ages 8-12
Venue: Mandu Mandu Function Centre (at the Ningaloo Centre Exmouth)
Capacity: 16 Participants
Cost: $10
This highly subsidised rate is possible thanks to the support of Woodside Energy and Shire of Exmouth.
Enrolments: VIA THIS LINK
Enrolments Open: Monday 30 September 2024
Enrolments Close: Monday 28 October 2024 (Unless sold out prior)
This fun filled 90-minute 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!
This workshop will be led by Barking Gecko Theatre’s Teaching Artists Mark Storen and Georgia King.
If you have any further questions or queries about the workshops and their content, please contact Carla Nirella our Artistic Associate – Creative Learning, at carla.nirella@barkinggeckotheatre.com.au or on (08) 6184 4905.
Date: Wednesday 30 October 2024
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Suitable for: Secondary | Ages 13+ (Secondary Students Year 7-12)
Venue: Mandu Mandu Function Centre (at the Ningaloo Centre Exmouth)
Capacity: 16 Participants
Cost: $10
This highly subsidised rate is possible thanks to the support of Woodside Energy and Shire of Exmouth.
This fun filled 90-minute 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.
This workshop will be led by Barking Gecko Theatre’s Teaching Artists Mark Storen and Georgia King.
If you have any further questions or queries about the workshops and their content, please contact Carla Nirella our Artistic Associate – Creative Learning, at carla.nirella@barkinggeckotheatre.com.au or on (08) 6184 4905.
Date: Tuesday 5 November 2024
Suitable for: Primary | Ages 8-12
Venue: Mandu Mandu Function Centre (at the Ningaloo Centre Exmouth)
Capacity: 16 Participants
Cost: $10
This highly subsidised rate is possible thanks to the support of Woodside Energy and Shire of Exmouth.
Enrolments: VIA THIS LINK
Enrolments Open: Monday 30 September 2024
Enrolments Close: Tuesday 5 November 2024 (unless sold out prior)
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.
This workshop will be led by Barking Gecko Theatre’s Teaching Artists Mark Storen and Georgia King.
If you have any further questions or queries about the workshops and their content, please contact Carla Nirella our Artistic Associate – Creative Learning, on carla.nirella@barkinggeckotheatre.com.au or on (08) 6184 4905.
Date: Wednesday 6 November 2024
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Suitable for: Secondary | Ages 13+ (Secondary Students Years 7-12)
Venue: Mandu Mandu Function Centre (at the Ningaloo Centre Exmouth)
Capacity: 16 Participants
Cost: $10
This highly subsidised rate is possible thanks to the support of Woodside Energy and Shire of Exmouth.
Enrolments: CLOSED
Enrolments Open: Monday 30 September 2024
Enrolments Close: Wednesday 6 November 2024 (unless sold out prior)
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.
This workshop will be led by Barking Gecko Theatre’s Teaching Artists Mark Storen and Georgia King.
If you have any further questions or queries about the workshops and their content, please contact Carla Nirella our Artistic Associate – Creative Learning, on carla.nirella@barkinggeckotheatre.com.au or on (08) 6184 4905.
Woodside Arts Access Initiative
Venue Support
