UNLOCKING ACCESS
In 2025 Barking Gecko is proud to launch our Access School Touring Program intended to bridge the current access gap to high quality arts programs. By bringing our productions directly to schools and school communities, we ensure that children unable to travel to the city can still enjoy live theatre, making our programs more inclusive and accessible to everyone.
We are proud to announce Keystart as our inaugural Access Partner enabling us to roll out this program to the five outer metropolitan areas; City of Kwinana (Koorliny Performing Arts Centre confirmed), City of Gosnells (Don Russell Performing Arts Centre confirmed), City of Kalamunda (Kalamunda Performing Arts Centre confirmed), City of Joondalup and City of Cockburn.
CEO of Keystart Mark Tomasz announced, “Keystart is excited to continue our support for Barking Gecko and the launch of the inaugural Access Touring Program. This partnership will bring the magic of theatre directly to children in their own communities, making the arts more accessible. We’ve proud to have partnered with Barking Gecko since 2020.
We share some common goals with Barking Gecko; we’re both passionate about removing barriers. At Keystart, we enable people to overcome obstacles to homeownership. Similarly Barking Gecko ensures more people can access and experience the transformative power of the arts.”
IN THE COMMUNITY
In two weeks Barking Gecko will be making our Telethon Family Festival debut!
In 2024 we are proud to join the Telethon Beneficiary community receiving a grant for our Ticketing Access Program providing family entertainment packages to vulnerable and disadvantaged young people in our community including tickets to our forthcoming production of HOUSE and the first copies of our HOUSE Picture Book.
Be sure to visit our activation at the Charity Zone inside the RAC Arena on Sunday 20 October 10am – 4pm. This fabulous free event will provide fun for the whole family featuring entertainment, market stalls, information on all the worthy beneficiaries and our programs.
Since 2013, Barking Gecko Arts has proudly Partnered with Woodside Energy to uplift kids, ignite creativity, and enrich communities through the power of the Arts. This week our Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager Adina Rabbone visited Mia Yellagonga to showcase our upcoming season of HOUSE and share some activities with the youngest members of their community.
Our Partners enjoy a shared vision with Barking Gecko which positively impacts the lives of children through the magic of stories. If you are interested in a Corporate or Community Partnership or more information on individual Philanthropy, contact our Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager Adina Rabbone on 0439 991 818 or email adina.rabbone@barkinggecko.com.au.
