ARTISTIC DIRECTOR’S ADDRESS
As arts educators we always aim for innovation, new ideas and close collaboration with schools and 2024 was a year of big new projects.
The programs were a huge success this year. Our “Key Frameworks for Ideas” seminar was heralded by some as the best PD they have ever attended.
In addition to this productions that were conducted at the Malthouse gave students access to live performance, where it would otherwise, not have been possible.
WHAT’S ON IN 2025
In 2025 we are offering programs more specifically tailored to different teaching goals. Workshops can explore different interpretations or one specified reading. Schools can now request more traditional or more interpretive, provocative performances. For example, Oedipus will be offered either as a period piece or as contemporary performance highlighting the continuing relevance of the play today.
Some topics and texts, relating to indigenous content, seem to not be selected as often as others. We believe this may be in part due to a lack of access to cultural educators. We’ve had a close relationship with powerhouse indigenous artist and cultural educator Shiralee Hood for 20+ years. In 2025 she will co-create and deliver our; “Getting Inside Rainbow’s End” program, our “Writing about Country” workshop, and assist with the “Teachers Professional Development Seminar” at the Malthouse.
It’s a big year ahead but as Shiralee would put it – BRING IT ON.
