As Victoria goes into a second state-wide lockdown, we at Dramawerkz prepare for another online term. We’ve got big plans of projects both large and small, and look forward to embracing our creativity in this second bout of isolation. It’s a time where we must look after each other, while also staying apart and thatContinue reading “We’re back online!”
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Dramawerkz Semester 1 2020 Newsletter
What a semester! The globe has been rocked by Covid-19, bushfires and worldwide protests and for the first time, these massive global events have really hit home, changing the way our small community interacts. Online classes and social distancing have been a challenge for all, but the way I have watched our students create, collaborateContinue reading “Dramawerkz Semester 1 2020 Newsletter”
Dramawerkz Short Films to Premier on YouTube!
This has been a big semester – both globally and in our classrooms – and in amongst all of the uncertainty, I have been consistently uplifted by the positive attitudes and artistic ability of Dramawerkz students. Term 2 has seen our students invest their time into the making of short films about anything their heartContinue reading “Dramawerkz Short Films to Premier on YouTube!”
First online class complete!
What a milestone! So proud of our students for their commitment and spirit today – we played some great games, told stories and even met some pets. We look forward to the term ahead!
An Update…
So, a lot has changed in the past few weeks. Our camp to Shakespeare on the River Festival in Stratford- which we were set to sail on in April – has been postponed while we reconfigure our lives and our practise within this pandemic. Similarly, students’ exams with Trinity College (London) have also been postponed.Continue reading “An Update…”
Drama Camp Fundraiser: Update
We understand that, in times like these, not everyone is keen on leaving their homes for social/fundraising calls, which makes our trivia night a little harder. Our trivia event is still going ahead (and we are keep up to date with Health Department directives) but for those of you who can’t make it, here’s aContinue reading “Drama Camp Fundraiser: Update”
Dramawerkz Goes to Stratford!
It’s official! Dramawerkz Youth Theatre will be returning to Stratford Shakespeare on the River Festival in 2020! We’re taking the town a brand new show: ‘Lyre Bird’, written and directed by Mia Boonen. Students will be in Stratford, Gippsland for 3 days – and we need your support to make this adventure accessible for allContinue reading “Dramawerkz Goes to Stratford!”
Registrations open for Semester 1, 2020!
Registrations are now open for Dramawerkz Youth Theatre in 2020! Perfect for ages 13-25, the DYT program trains students in performance skills as well as devising techniques and production management experience. Students are provided with many opportunities, including: – Internationally recognised accreditation with Trinity College, London. – A yearly drama camp – Community events –Continue reading “Registrations open for Semester 1, 2020!”
Semester 2 2018 Newsletter
Dramawerkz would like to thank everyone for their support in 2018… Watch a quick video of our semester here: ‘Such Sweet Sorrow’ is a musical co-written by Lisa Collins and Mia Boonen across the past two and a half years. It delves into the world of William Shakespeare – his life and his works. WeContinue reading “Semester 2 2018 Newsletter”
Semester 1 Newsletter
It’s been a huge semester for DramaWerkz students! Here’s a rundown: Dramawerkz Youth Theatre has had an incredible semester – including, but not limited to, taking our show ‘Such Sweet Sorrow’ to Stratford Shakespeare on the River Festival, Drama Camp 2019 and exams with Trinity College, London. Drama Camp 2019 took us to the glorious town ofContinue reading “Semester 1 Newsletter”
