Primary-aged programs ignite the imaginations of young people as they create spectacular worlds, tackle big ideas, discover new skills and unleash bucket-loads of energy in an inclusive, supportive environment.
Secondary-aged programs offer specialised intensives that develop performance skills and introduce young artists to new techniques in areas such as devising, movement, auditions, screen acting, musical theatre, and much more.
See below for upcoming workshops and book your spot!
JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
A PLAY IN FOUR DAYS!
Step inside a space where tiny ideas can grow into extraordinary worlds and the smallest details can spark entire universes. Led by a professional theatre director, participants will be introduced to, and guided through the complete creative process – fostering essential skills and collaborative attitudes, whilst also learning the tenants of play building.
Across four dynamic days, young artists will work together to build an original short performance inspired by the way a theatrical play can emerge in the smallest of time frames. Creative, expansive, and full of unexpected turns, this workshop invites participants to see how they can be their own storytellers, directors, and favourite characters.
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Who You Are
Are you in Years 1–6 and ready to make art, make friends, and build expansive new worlds?
This workshop is perfect for young people who enjoy imagination, storytelling, and exploring new ideas in a supportive, inclusive environment.
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| WHO | School Years 1-6 |
| WHEN | 6–9 July or 13–16 July 9:00am – 3:00pm daily Performance sharing: Thursday 2:30pm |
| WHERE | Gorman Arts Centre, Braddon |
| COST | $495 |
| NOTE | All participants must be members of Canberra Youth Theatre. Membership Fee: $25 You can find out more about membership here. Membership fees and member prices are applied when invoices are generated. |
HOP IN! – An Interactive Theatre Workshop
It’s a new world.
It’s an oversized adventure.
And this time… you’re part of it.
What happens when a gallery becomes a theatre?
Step inside Hop In! An Immersive World of Play at Canberra Museum and Gallery, where giant bunnies, playful spaces and unexpected details come to life, as rooms shift in scale and size. In this new interactive, place-based workshop, young artists will experiment with theatrical form, as they foster essential skills and collaborative attitudes.
Over three days, young people will work with theatre-makers to create an immersive performance, building a world that audiences can walk through, explore, and experience.
As part of the experience, participants will also:
- enjoy a backstage tour of Canberra Theatre Centre
- share their work with an invited audience
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Who You Are
Are you in Years 4–6 and ready to try something creative and a little different?
This workshop is perfect for young people who enjoy imagination, storytelling, and exploring new ideas in a supportive, inclusive environment.
| WHO | School Years 4-6 |
| WHEN | 13–15 July 9:00am – 3:00pm daily Performance sharing: Wednesday afternoon |
| WHERE | Canberra Museum and Gallery |
| COST | $410 |
| NOTE | All participants must be members of Canberra Youth Theatre. Membership Fee: $25 You can find out more about membership here. Membership fees and member prices are applied when invoices are generated. |
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