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2016 PRIMARY YEARS KTO 6

EDUCATION “Every child is an artist; the problem is staying an artist when you grow up.” - Pablo Picasso At Riverside Theatres, we believe in fostering and preserving the CREATIVE SPIRIT that is alive in every child. CONTENTS Combining a sense of play with an active imagination in early life helps children become creative adults.

Access to quality arts experiences for all young people is key to their development, both as creative and inquisitive learners and as empathetic and aware members of society. ACCESS Our 2016 Primary Education Program provides students with a variety of quality arts experiences to both Access and Accessible Performances ��4 enhance curriculum based learning and aid their development as individuals. Our program ranges from THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS stage adaptations of popular books, productions that utilise immersive and interactive forms of storytelling, Mr Stink ��6 to music concerts and performances. Students also have the opportunity to write and direct their own short The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show ��8 performance. All of these experiences are carefully selected with learning in mind and link to a number of The Peasant Prince ��10 outcomes in a number of KLAs - helping you to get maximum value out of your excursions to Riverside. Saltbush ��12 We also believe in including all students regardless of their specific needs, and access continues to be a big priority The Little Prince ��14 for us. Please read our access information on page 4 which takes you through our access offerings for 2016. The Moon’s A Balloon ��16 What is perhaps most important of all though, is giving your students an experience that they will remember MUSIC and ENJOY. All of our offerings are guaranteed to make your students smile, giggle, ponder, wonder and Stookey & Snicket – The Composer Is Dead ��18 exclaim. An excursion to Riverside is an enjoyable one, because nothing beats the engagement of live theatre. Nick Parnell – Vibes Virtuoso ��20 I am very excited to present to you our 2016 Primary Education Program, and very much look forward to welcoming you and your students here soon. WORKSHOPS AND COMPETITIONS Sharp Short Theatre Competition ��22 Creatively yours, Sharp Short Theatre Workshop Day ��23 Tell It Storytelling Competition ��24

OTHER EVENTS Amy Matthews Sydney Writers’ Festival Primary School Days ��25 Program Coordinator - Education, Youth and Families Wicked ��25

MORE INFORMATION Extras ��26 Getting Here ��27 How to Book ��28 Booking Form 2016 ��29

Image by Tony Lewis

Image by Tim Standing ACCESS AT RIVERSIDE Riverside Theatres is committed to providing access to quality educational arts experiences for all students. This includes students with disability, special needs and students from low socio-economic backgrounds. Even though we have allocated certain AUSLAN INTERPRETATION performances where we provide specific services or modifications, students with any specific needs are welcome to attend any Some productions are selected to be interpreted using (Australian Sign Language) Auslan. This provides an opportunity for children performance in our program, not just those allocated as accessible performances. who are deaf, or families with a deaf member to access the theatre show. All the spoken words and important sounds that are essential to the storytelling and the theatrical experience are translated into sign language. If you have a group requiring this At Riverside, we believe it is important to ensure all students have the opportunity to participate and enjoy going to the theatre. service that you would like to bring to another event please let us know. In 2016 we are providing more specific, accessible performances than ever before including Auslan interpreted, Audio Described and relaxed performances. The Auslan performance for 2016 is: The Little Prince – Wednesday 29 June at 10am (See page 14) ‘Access Points’, described on the next page, will also help you to ensure you are selecting the right show for your students. SOCIAL STORIES, TOUCH TOURS, MEET AND GREETS AND SPECIAL SEATING REQUESTS WHEELCHAIR AND LEVEL ACCESS Social stories for each of our venues are available for download from our website on our “Accessibility” page. Upon request, we may be Wheelchair and level access is available in all of our venues. Please notify us if your booking requires this access so we can be able to provide other services other than those listed, to help make your students’ visit more comfortable. These could include arranging prepared to best accommodate you on the day. a pre-show touch tour, meet your seat or meet and greet with the cast, to allow your students time to become familiar with their surroundings. With notification, arrangements can be made for you to be seated early or near to an exit as an additional support measure. HEARING SYSTEM Simply contact us with any request you might have and we’ll do our best to arrange it for you. Our Riverside and Lennox Theatres are equipped with a hearing system that can be accessed through modern hearing aids. Headsets and receivers are also available for patrons who do not have hearing aids or whose hearing aid doesn’t work with our RIVERSIDE THEATRES’ ACCESS POINTS system. Please notify us if your booking requires access to the headsets. Access points are little indicators that let you know aspects of a production or event that may provide certain groups with a higher level of engagement related to their specific needs. There are 5 access points relating to aspects of the storytelling of the production that are AUDIO DESCRIPTION strongly influential and may assist access. These are: Vision Australia generously provides an Audio Description service. Through the use of the theatre’s headsets, patrons who use this Language: None service will hear someone describing the action and visual elements taking place on stage. This service is suitable for people with LN No text or dialogue is used in this production vision impairment or for people with intellectual disabilities where their comprehension of the performance may be assisted. Please notify us if your booking requires access to the headsets. Language: Easy LE The text or dialogue used in this production is limited, or simple. The Audio Described performance for 2016 is: The Peasant Prince - Friday 13 May at 12:30pm (See page 10) Music: M The production has a strong music focus (rather than a focus on language) If you have a group requiring this service that you would like to bring to another event please let us know. IP Interactive performance: The production provides a high level of audience interaction providing a less formal RELAXED PERFORMANCES environment, and also requiring less ‘passive’ attention by audience members. Select performances throughout the year are provided as relaxed performances, where the perceived ‘rules’ of theatre are modified Visual cues: The production has strong visual cues giving students a different reference point for comprehension to allow people with Autism and other special needs to enjoy the performance in a safe and welcoming environment. VC of the narrative or subject matter other than just language.

Modifications will differ depending on the show, but can include: For each production, we have also indicated the venue within Riverside that the event will take place in. This is to help you understand • Opening the doors to the theatre early to allow students to find their seats and become familiar with the space what the experience of the venue is like – for seeing, hearing and entering the space. All the theatres use the same foyer area. • The house lights being dimmed but not turned all the way down Riverside Theatre: 761 seats with around 534 seats in the stalls (ground level). This is the biggest space with a high ceiling, balcony seating, lots of red chairs and a raised stage. Shows in this venue will be the biggest and busiest. There is level seating/ wheelchair • The understanding that patrons may come and go from the theatre as needed access in row P (around the middle of the stalls). • Elements of the show that might include loud noises or sudden bright lights being toned down or removed from the performance. Lennox Theatre: Seats 213 people and is a large room with a high ceiling, grey concrete walls, a black floor and black curtains. The seating is tiered and goes 10 rows back, with stair access to all but the first row (wheelchair access being available in the first row). The relaxed performance for 2016 is: The black allows different sets to become the focus of the space. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show - Thursday 28 April at 10am (See page 8) Riverside Stage: The solid ‘safety curtain’ blocks off the stage from the auditorium making a new intimate performance space shared by If you have a group requiring similar modifications that you would like to bring to another event please let us know. both audience and performers. A portable tiered seating bank may be situated in the space but students may also be invited to sit on the floor. The capacity is 140 people and entry will be via a long, well lit corridor. TOUCH TOURS Held prior to a performance, these tours give students a chance to see and feel the set, props and costumes up close and in context. MORE INFORMATION Tours are by prior arrangement and are particularly relevant for productions being audio described. More information on access: Sophie Clausen, Program Coordinator - Access [email protected] 02 8839 3368

4 5 CDP THEATRE PRODUCERS PRESENTS MR STINK BASED ON THE BOOK ‘MR STINK’ BY DAVID WALLIAMS

A PLAY BY David Walliams’ (Little Britain) award-winning book comes to life on stage in this brand new Maryam Master production directed by Jonathan Biggins (Pete The Sheep). THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS DIRECTOR It all starts when Chloe, just about the loneliest girl in the world, makes friends with Mr Stink, the Jonathan Biggins local tramp. Sure he smells a bit, but he’s the only person who’s ever been nice to her. 1 So, when Mr Stink needs a place to stay, Chloe decides to hide him in the garden shed. SUITABLE FOR But Chloe’s about to learn that some secrets have a way of leading to disaster. And speaking of YEARS secrets, there just might be more to Mr Stink than meets the nose… TERM 3 – 6 The team behind the stage productions of The 13- 26- and 52-Storey Treehouses return with this very smelly tale…hold on to your nose! “Comic genius… A joy for kids both big and small.” - Edinburgh Evening News on the book VENUE: RIVERSIDE THEATRE

DURATION DATES & TIMES PRICE 60 minutes no interval Friday 1 April at 11:30am & 1:30pm $21 per student & additional teacher

NSW STATE CURRICULUM LINKS From the Program Coordinator… SUBJECT CONTENT OUTCOMES I am so excited about this brand new production of this seriously funny book. Stage 2 English Texts which are widely regarded as quality literature EN2- 4A, EN2-6B, EN2-8B, EN2-10C, Not only is it based on the book written by David Walliams (of Little Britain fame), EN2-11D but with a director like Jonathan Biggins (Google him) this will be side-splittingly Drama Drama Forms: Storytelling, Movement, Playbuilding DRAS2.1, DRAS2.4 spectacular. And getting your students this excited about a BOOK (the thing written Stage 3 on paper and bound with cardboard) can never be a bad thing right? It also has English Texts which are widely regarded as quality literature EN3-3A, EN3-5B, EN3-7C, EN3-8D some really important lessons about prejudice, stereotypes and human relationships. Drama Drama Forms: Storytelling, Movement, Playbuilding DRAS3.2, DRAS3.4 But don’t tell your students that - they’ll just be having a great time! 6 For more detailed curriculum information go to riversideparramatta.com.au/education 7 RIVERSIDE THEATRES PRESENTS From the Program Coordinator… JWR PRODUCTIONS AUSTRALIA & MICHAEL SIEDERS This gorgeous, magical production literally brings Eric Carle’s wonderful books to life. The VISUAL element of the show is spectacular, making Carle’s illustrations leap off the page like a THE VERY HUNGRY life sized pop-up book. The quality of the PUPPETS and sets will amaze you. The simple and familiar language used, straight from Carle’s books, makes this show particularly good for younger CATERPILLAR SHOW students and early readers, helping them to recognise language

BASED ON ERIC CARLE’S BOOKS conventions in different mediums. This show comes highly THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS recommended by my 5 year old son - who says this is his most CREATED BY “and - pop! - out of the egg came a tiny and very hungry caterpillar.”

Jonathan Worsley favourite theatre show ever (and he sees a lot of them)! 2 One of the most-read and famous children’s books of all time, DIRECTOR The Very Hungry Caterpillar emerges off the page in a masterful theatrical experience for the whole family. Naomi Edwards

PRODUCER Journey through Eric Carle’s incredible stories as they come to life on stage in this enchanting TERM Michael Sieders show. Featuring some other delightful characters from three of Eric Carle’s bestselling classic SET DESIGNER tales including, The Artist Who Painted A Blue Horse, Mister Seahorse and The Very Lonely Firefly. James Browne This Australian made show will excite, educate and entertain new readers and first-time PUPPETS CREATED BY theatre-goers, while those who grew up with these books will delight in experiencing one The Puppet Kitchen of the most popular children’s books ever written live on stage. COSTUME DESIGNER Andrea Espinoza With 75 beautiful puppets created by New York’s Puppet Kitchen, story time doesn’t get much LIGHTING DESIGNER more magical than this. Nicholas Rayment COMPOSER / SOUND DESIGNER Nate Edmondson “Beautiful, rhythmic and faithful to the author’s works, The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a triumph COMPOSER for first time theatregoers.” - Time Out Steven Baker WITH Gavin James Clarke POINTS: ACCESS Dannielle Jackson SUITABLE FOR Justine Warner Drew Wilson YEARS K – 2

DURATION DATES & TIMES PRICE 50 minutes no interval Wednesday 27 April at 10am & 12pm, Thursday 28 April at 10am & 12pm, $18 per student & additional teachers Relaxed performance Thursday 28 April at 10am

NSW STATE CURRICULUM LINKS SUBJECT CONTENT OUTCOMES Early Stage 1 English Texts which are widely regarded as quality literature; ENe-6B, ENe-8B, ENe-10C, ENe-11D VENUE: RIVERSIDE THEATRE Author Study: Eric Carle Drama Drama Forms: Puppetry, Storytelling DRAES1.4 Visual Arts Picture Book Illustration VAES1.3 Sculpture: Theatrical Sets, Puppetry Stage 1 English Texts which are widely regarded as quality literature; EN1-4A, EN1-6B, EN1-8B, EN1-10C, Author Study: Eric Carle EN1-11D Drama Drama Forms: Puppetry, Storytelling DRAS1.4 Visual Arts Picture Book Illustration VAS1.3, VAS1.4 Sculpture: Theatrical Sets, Puppetry

8 For more detailed curriculum information go to riversideparramatta.com.au/education 9 RIVERSIDE THEATRES PRESENTS From the Program MONKEY BAA THEATRE COMPANY Coordinator… As an Australian story, a book adaptation, a text that links THE PEASANT PRINCE directly into the ‘Asia and Australia’s relationship with Asia’ BASED ON THE BOOK BY LI CUNXIN CROSS-CURRICULUM priority, a ADAPTED BY EVA DI CESARE, SANDRA ELRIDGE AND TIM MCGARRY biographical text and a tale about

DIRECTOR “You have your secret dreams. Follow them. Make them come true.” overcoming adversity, this show’s THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS Tim McGarry Li Cunxin’s iconic autobiography was first published as a children’s picture book, links to learning are plentiful! Li COMPOSER Mao’s Last Dancer The Peasant Prince. Award-winning children’s theatre company Monkey Baa, is honoured to be Daryl Wallis Cuxnin, now the Artistic Director 2 adapting this story for the stage. CHOREOGRAPHER of the Queensland Ballet, is a Danielle Micich Li, a 10-year old peasant boy, is plucked from his village in rural China and sent to a ballet academy wonderful case study in how to DRAMATURGE in the big city. He leaves everything and everyone he knows, including his beloved parents. Over TERM Camilla Ah Kin years of gruelling training and determination, this boy transforms from an impoverished peasant to a DREAM big and make great things SCRIPT CONSULTANT giant of the international dance scene. Li’s courage, resilience and unwavering hope for a better life happen for you despite the hurdles Li Cunxin makes The Peasant Prince a story to ignite our own aspirations to be the best person we can be. in your way. And he’s made them DESIGNER Audiences will be captivated by this inspiring story. Definitely not to be missed! all happen right here in our own Michael Hankin LIGHTING DESIGNER Free in-school workshops run by Monkey Baa are available SUITABLE FOR backyard. For so many reasons, Sian James-Holland by request prior to the performance season. These are limited this show is a must see! to the first two schools to express interest, so book early! YEARS 3 – 6 Audio Described performance Friday 13 May at 12:30pm

DURATION DATES & TIMES PRICE 55 minutes no interval Friday 13 May at 10am & 12:30pm $20 per student & additional teachers VENUE: RIVERSIDE THEATRE

NSW STATE CURRICULUM LINKS SUBJECT CONTENT OUTCOMES Stage 2 English Texts written about intercultural experiences; Texts that provide insights EN2-2A, EN2- 4A, EN2-6B, EN2-8B, about the peoples and cultures of Asia EN2-10C, EN2-11D Drama Drama Forms: Storytelling, Movement DRAS2.1, DRAS2.3, DRAS2.4 Units of Work: Explorers Dance Contexts: Ballet; DAS2.1, DAS2.3 Unit of Work: Making Connections HSIE Cultures CUS2.3, CUS2.4 Languages - Chinese Understanding Language - Listening and Responding; Making Linguistic 2.UL.1, 2.MLC.1, 2.MBC.1, 2.MBC.2 Connections; Moving Between Cultures Stage 3 English Texts written about intercultural experiences; Texts that provide insights EN2-2A, EN2- 4A, EN2-6B, EN2-8B, about the peoples and cultures of Asia EN2-10C, EN2-11D Drama Drama Forms: Storytelling, Movement DRAS2.1, DRAS2.3, DRAS2.4 Units of Work: Explorers Dance Contexts: Ballet; DAS2.1, DAS2.3 Unit of Work: Making Connections HSIE Cultures CUS2.3, CUS2.4 Languages - Chinese Understanding Language - Listening and Responding; Making Linguistic 2.UL.1, 2.MLC.1, 2.MBC.1, 2.MBC.2 Connections; Moving Between Cultures Australian Curriculum Cross Curriculum Priorities: Asia and Australia’s Engagement with Asia. Illustration by Anne Spudvilas 10 For more detailed curriculum information go to riversideparramatta.com.au/education 11 RIVERSIDE THEATRES PRESENTS From the Program Coordinator… COMPAGNIA TPO & INSITE ARTS IN CO-PRODUCTION WITH TEATRO METASTASIO STABILE DELLA TOSCANA This show has strong curriculum links to the ever important Australian Indigenous content, but it’s the way it’s presented that is really special. This is just such a truly BEAUTIFUL and magical show - unlike anything your students will have experienced before. They will be delighted at the interactive magic carpet, and be truly immersed SALTBUSH in the performance and the music. It will also help them appreciate the story, as the INTERACTIVITY makes them part of it. Performances like this for young students are CHILDREN’S CHEERING CARPET rare, so don’t miss the opportunity. To get a better idea of the production, watch the

CO-ARTISTIC DIRECTORS Saltbush is an interactive journey through Aboriginal culture, celebrated through dance, music, video on the website – sometimes pictures are better than words. THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS Davide Venturini song and stories. and Jason Cross Not your typical theatrical performance, students gather around the space like an informal

DRAMATURGY 2 Sasha Zahra meeting of friends. They are active in the performance, become part of it, helping to tell the story. COMPOSER/MUSICIAN Inspired by the Aboriginal artists’ personal relationships to their home and country, Saltbush

Lou Bennett takes its visual cues primarily from the paintings of Aboriginal artist Delwyn Mannix. Performed TERM CHOREOGRAPHER on a touch-sensitive carpet that triggers image, sound and animation, the landscape is magically Deon Hastie brought to life in a kaleidoscope of patterns and vibrant colours. Contemporary choreography fuses the traditions of separate cultures and combines with a soundtrack of didgeridoo, voice and clapping sticks to produce a powerful sensory journey. This visually stunning production makes the complex ideas of kinship, lore, reconciliation SUITABLE FOR and relationships to the land accessible. YEARS K – 4

DURATION DATES & TIMES PRICE 50 minutes no interval plus Q&A Thursday 23 June at 10am & 12:30pm, Friday 24 June at 10am & 12:30pm $16 per student & additional teachers ACCESS POINTS: ACCESS

NSW STATE CURRICULUM LINKS SUBJECT CONTENT OUTCOMES Early Stage 1 HSIE Cultures - Identities; Environments - Relationship with places CUES1, ENES1 Creative Arts - Dance Australian Indigenous Dance, Interactive Dance Performance, DAES1.1, DAES1.2, DAES1.3 Storytelling through Movement Creative Arts - Visual Arts Australian Indigenous Art, Interactive Art Technology VAES1.3 Stage 1 HSIE Cultures - Identities, Cultural Diversity; Environments - Relationship CUS1.3, CUS1.4, ENS1.6 with places Creative Arts - Dance Australian Indigenous Dance, Interactive Dance Performance, DAS1.1, DAS1.3 VENUE: RIVERSIDE STAGE Storytelling through Movement Creative Arts - Visual Arts Australian Indigenous Art, Interactive Art Technology VAS1.3, VAS1.4

Stage 2

HSIE Cultures - Identities, Cultural Diversity; Environments - Relationship CUS2.3, CUS2.4, ENS2.6 with places Creative Arts - Dance Australian Indigenous Dance, Interactive Dance Performance, DAS2.1, DAS2.3 Storytelling through Movement Creative Arts - Visual Arts Australian Indigenous Art, Interactive Art Technology VAS2.3, VAS2.4 AUSTRALIAN CURRICULUM Cross-Curriculum Priorities Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures Image by Tim Standing 12 For more detailed curriculum information go to riversideparramatta.com.au/education 13 RIVERSIDE THEATRES PRESENTS From the Program Coordinator… SPARE PARTS PUPPET THEATRE Engaging your students with a text that has stood the test of time can really give them a broader appreciation for literature and expand their view of the world beyond modern stories and popular culture. Spare Parts Puppet Theatre breathes new life into this classic text solidifying your students’ UNDERSTANDING and THE LITTLE PRINCE giving them another point of reference for further exploration of the text. ADAPTED FROM THE BOOK BY ANTOINE DE SAINT-EXUPÉRY This particular story is a wonderful METAPHOR for human nature, and the DIRECTOR “It is only with the heart that one can see rightly. What is essential is invisible to the eye.” classroom learning activities are boundless when it comes to studying Michael Barlow Let your imagination take flight with this beautiful production of adapted from the characters The Little Prince meets on his journey and analysing their THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS ADAPTING WRITER The Little Prince the book by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. With its timeless message of the importance of forming characteristics and meaning. Simon Clarke friendships, The Little Prince is an adventure story that celebrates the strength of our imagination.

DESIGNER 2 Jiri Zmitko One of the most widely read books in history - 140 million copies sold worldwide - Saint- COMPOSER Exupéry’s exquisite and mysterious tale tells the adventures of a young and very curious prince

Lee Buddle who leaves his tiny home planet and journeys across the universe. Along the way he meets a pilot TERM LIGHTING DESIGNER crash-landed in the desert, a cunning snake, a wild fox and an oddball cast of grown-ups with Karen Cook some very silly ideas about the things that really matter. PUPPET CONSTRUCTION “The Little Prince leaps out from boxes and into hearts.” - Australian Stage Jiri Zmitko Kipling Smith PERFORMERS Shane Adamczak Jessica Lewis

SUITABLE FOR YEARS K – 4 VENUE: RIVERSIDE THEATRE

Auslan interpreted Wednesday 29 June at 10am

DURATION DATES & TIMES PRICE 50 minutes no interval plus Q&A Tuesday 28 June at 10am, Wednesday 29 June at 10am & 12:30pm $18 per student & additional teachers

NSW STATE CURRICULUM LINKS SUBJECT CONTENT OUTCOMES Early Stage 1 English Texts which are widely regarded as quality literature ENe-6B, ENe-8B, ENe-10C, ENe-11D

Drama Drama Forms: Puppetry, Storytelling DRAES1.4 Stage 1 English Texts which are widely regarded as quality literature EN1-4A, EN1-6B, EN1-8B, EN1-10C, EN1-11D Drama Drama Forms: Puppetry, Storytelling DRAS1.4 Stage 2 English Texts which are widely regarded as quality literature EN2-4A, EN2-6B, EN2-8B, EN2-10C, EN2-11D Drama Drama Forms: Puppetry, Storytelling Unit of Work: Explorers DRAS2.4 Image by Jessica Wyld 14 For more detailed curriculum information go to riversideparramatta.com.au/education 15 RIVERSIDE THEATRES PRESENTS Image by Tony Lewis THE MOON’S A BALLOON BY PATCH THEATRE COMPANY Is the Moon a Balloon? It can be. A balloon can be whatever you want it to be... SUITABLE FOR A balloon can be a friend to play with or a maker of friendships. YEARS It can hold its breath for days and disappear in an instant. K – 3 It can make your hair stand on end and fill you with laughter. THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS The Moon’s A Balloon is a moving and eloquent story that explores childhood play, invention,

friendship and connection in a highly visual performance that is beautifully complemented by 3 magical lighting, digital imagery and a stunning soundscape. “And oh - the balloons! This is must-see children’s theatre.” - The Advertiser TERM “Visually stunning, great sound, beautifully moved, gorgeous, clever, slick, happy show… a true gift of an experience…” - Susannah Sweeney, Adelaide Festival Centre

DURATION DATES & TIMES PRICE ACCESS POINTS: ACCESS 45 minutes no interval Thursday 21 July at 10am & 1pm $16 per student & additional teachers

NSW STATE CURRICULUM LINKS SUBJECT CONTENT OUTCOMES Early Stage 1 English Visual/ Non-Verbal Texts; Texts in different media and technologies; ENe-4A, ENe-8B, ENe-10C, ENe-11D Symbolism in texts Creative Arts - Drama Playbuilding, Dramatic Movement DRAES1.4 Creative Arts - Dance The Components of Dance: Dancers, Movement, Physical Settings DAES1.2 Unit of work: I Can Dance Stage 1 From the Program Coordinator… English Visual/ Non-Verbal Texts; Texts in different media and technologies; EN1-4A, EN1-8B, EN1-10C, EN1-11D Symbolism in texts Children just love playing with balloons. Watching them float, drop and whirl around can be Creative Arts - Drama Playbuilding, Dramatic Movement DRAS1.4 one of the best things ever. This is a show based on that very concept - except taking it to VENUE: RIVERSIDE THEATRE Creative Arts - Dance The Components of Dance: Dancers, Movement, Physical Settings DAS1.3 Unit of Work: Get Ready, Let’s Dance the extreme! Big balloons, small balloons, balloons filled with light, balloons filled with sand, Stage 2 balloons that are floaty, balloons that are bouncy - all kinds! PLAYFUL, very visual and utterly MESMERISING, this is a show that will appeal to your students’ curiosity and help English Visual/ Non-Verbal Texts; Texts in different media and technologies; EN2-4A, EN2-8B, EN2-10C, EN2-11D them look at an ordinary object in many different ways encouraging creative, imaginative Symbolism in texts and metaphoric thinking. To help you explore this concept further, Patch Theatre Company Creative Arts - Drama Playbuilding, Dramatic Movement DRAS2.4 have created some wonderful resources including some pre and post show activities you Creative Arts - Dance The Components of Dance: Dancers, Movement, Physical Settings DAS2.3 can do within the subject areas of Visual Arts and Drama, and they have also written a Unit of Work: Making Connections song for you to learn and practice beforehand so you can join in during the performance. 16 For more detailed curriculum information go to riversideparramatta.com.au/education 17 SYDNEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PRESENTS Multi-day Pop-up Music Camp

Be a part of this special MUSIC orchestral experience! STOOKEY & SNICKET - Talented student musicians who play an 2 orchestral instrument have the opportunity THE COMPOSER IS DEAD to be mentored by the TERM Sydney Symphony CONDUCTOR TOBY THATCHER Orchestra Fellows at a multi-day pop-up music NARRATOR AND THE INSPECTOR FRANK WOODLEY camp. Full details at Riverside welcomes the return of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra with concerts for Western Sydney sydneysymphony.com/ students. Their performance of The Composer is Dead is a unique introduction to the orchestra orchestral-workshops incorporating all the humour and wit of Lemony Snicket. Inspector Frank Woodley will endeavour to solve the mystery of one dead composer – and a whole orchestra of suspects! He will cast a quizzical eye over the Strings, and the suspicious-looking Brass. He will investigate the Percussionists, and as for the Winds’ alibi…

The Composer is Dead is a brilliant musical whodunit and a wonderful introduction to the symphony POINTS: ACCESS orchestra, with text by Lemony Snicket and music by Nathaniel Stookey. Teachers will receive digital resources to support learning around this concert and there is an accredited Professional Learning workshop available. Bookings through SSO only: Visit sydneysymphony.com/schools For further information and enquiries 8215 4603 or [email protected]

DURATION DATES & TIMES PRICE 60 minutes no interval Wednesday 18 May at 12pm (Stages 2-3), Thursday 19 May at 10.30am $9 per person (plus a one off $50 (Stages 2-3), Friday 20 May at 10.30am (Early Stage 1, Stage 1) school participation fee which includes one place in the teacher

workshop and digital resources) VENUE: RIVERSIDE THEATRE

NSW STATE CURRICULUM LINKS SUBJECT CONTENT OUTCOMES Stage ES1 Creative Arts - Music Instrumental Music, Performing, Listening MUES 1.1, MUES 1.4 Creative Arts - Drama Making, Performing, Appreciating DRAES1.1, DRAES1.3, DRAES1.4 English Speaking and Listening (Communicating); Expressing themselves ENe-6B, ENe-11D Stage 1 Creative Arts - Music Instrumental Music, Performing, Listening MUS1.1, MUS 1.4 Creative Arts - Drama Making, Performing , Appreciating DRAS1.1, DRAS1.2, DRAS1.3 DRAS1.4 English Speaking and Listening (Communicating); Expressing themselves EN1-6B, EN1-11D From the Program Coordinator… Stage 2 Creative Arts - Music Instrumental Music, Performing, Listening MUS2.1, MUS2.4 This is the second year of a wonderful partnership with the Sydney Creative Arts - Drama Making, Performing, Appreciating DRAS2.1, DRAS2.2, DRAS2.3, DRAS2.4 Symphony Orchestra bringing their fantastic school concerts to Riverside. English Speaking and Listening (Communicating); Expressing themselves EN2-6B, EN2-11D This one will be a real winner! Not only does this show provide students with Stage 3 a fun demonstration of the orchestra and the different orchestral families Creative Arts - Music Instrumental Music, Performing, Listening MUS3.1, MUS3.4 Creative Arts - Drama Making, Performing, Appreciating DRAS3.1, DRAS3.2, DRAS3.3, DRAS3.4 but it’s also got English links as it’s based on a book. Your students will English Speaking and Listening(Communicating); Responding and composing; EN3-1A, EN3-5B, EN3-8D learn about PERSONIFICATION, NARRATIVE STRUCTURE and the genre of Expressing themselves mystery. Plus Frank Woodley is in it! You really can’t go wrong with this one. 18 For more detailed curriculum information go to riversideparramatta.com.au/education 19 RIVERSIDE THEATRES PRESENTS From the Program Coordinator…

This show is a rare opportunity for your students to have, what is essentially MUSIC a very fun percussion lesson, directly from one of Australia’s leading

NICK PARNELL – VIBES musicians. Nick Parnell has a really wonderful way of making his music 2 ACCESSIBLE for students, involving them in the interactive performance and VIRTUOSO SCHOOL SHOW! engaging them with the instruments and various musical styles he uses. Your TERM students will leave with knowledge about INSTRUMENTS they never knew Hailed as Australia’s leading vibraphonist and percussionist, Nick Parnell has the supreme existed (or things they didn’t know could be used as instruments), as well as ability to transform anything ‘beatable’ into the stuff of rhythmic and musical genius. a brand new appreciation for music in general. The only risk is you may find SUITABLE FOR them forming their own percussion ensemble on the bus on the way home! YEARS In his interactive schools percussion performance, Nick proves that percussion is not only about the beat, but melody and harmony too. It showcases the newest member of the 3 – 6 percussion family, the vibraphone, over a colourful range of musical styles including tango, jazz, rock and classical. The kids will be immersed in the world of percussion with music by Gershwin, Handel and Coldplay. Volunteers are used throughout and students are encouraged to ask questions in this fun and interactive show. “.... absolutely entranced the crowd………. It’s acts like this that provide a reason to get involved in music in the first place!” – DB Magazine ACCESS POINTS: ACCESS VENUE: LENNOX THEATRE

DURATION DATES & TIMES PRICE 45 minutes no interval Monday 30 May at 10am $16 per student & additional teachers

NSW STATE CURRICULUM LINKS SUBJECT CONTENT OUTCOMES Stage 2 Creative Arts - Music Instrumental Music (Percussion), Performing, Listening MUS2.1, MUS2.4

Stage 3 Creative Arts - Music Instrumental Music (Percussion), Performing, Listening MUS3.1, MUS3.4

20 For more detailed curriculum information go to riversideparramatta.com.au/education 21 WORKSHOPS & COMPETITIONS WORKSHOPS & WORKSHOPS & COMPETITIONS WORKSHOPS & RIVERSIDE THEATRES PRESENTS RIVERSIDE THEATRES PRESENTS 1 2 SHARP SHORT THEATRE SHARP SHORT THEATRE TERM TERM COMPETITION WORKSHOP DAY Calling Primary School groups to enter our Sharp Short Theatre Competition and give the This is the perfect chance to learn some basic skills, tips and tricks to enhance your entry in the Secondary students a run for their money! 2016 Sharp Short Theatre short play competition. The two workshops are open to everyone (not SUITABLE FOR SUITABLE FOR just Sharp Short Theatre entrants) and there is a package discount if you attend both. Sharp Short Theatre is a short play competition for writers, directors and performers under YEARS the age of 18. YEARS PLAYWRITING WITH LACHLAN PHILPOTT 3 – 6 Plays are entered into a heat with the best from each heat moving forward into the final. 3 – 6 This lively workshop will give you an introduction to some of the tools you will need to write a All plays must be ten minutes or less in duration and written, performed and directed by people short play. You will learn about characters, plot and tension as well as the creation of strong and who are 18 years of age or younger. Producers should be over 18, for example a teacher, believable dialogue. parent or responsible adult. DIRECTING WITH KATE WORSLEY Eight prizes will be awarded at the Final in four categories - Writing, Performing, Directing Learn fun ways to create magic on stage! and Overall. The Directing category will be split into Primary and Secondary. This workshop is an introduction to directing a stage play. You will learn about staging (where Sharp Short Theatre is a youth arts initiative with a focus on promoting the works of students in things are) and blocking (where people are). You will learn how to transform the stage into THEATRE theatre. Its aim is to unearth and cultivate the next generation of Australian theatre professionals. another world using only your imagination, some actors, props and costumes. ENTRIES/ PARTICIPANTS So what are you waiting for? Get into the spirit and register now. DANCE DATES & TIMES PRICE Heats Monday 23 May - Thursday 26 May at 7:30pm Registration fee $15 per entry Final FridayW 10ORD June at 7:30pm Entries Close Friday 29 April THEATRE ENTRIES/ PARTICIPANTS AUDIENCE MEMBERS DANCE DATES & TIMES PRICE DATES & TIMES PRICE Sunday 6W MarchORD $25 for single workshop per student Heats Monday 23 May - Thursday 26 May at 7:30pm Heats $18 Adult, $12 Concession Playwriting for Primary Students 9am – 1pm $40 for both workshops per student Final Friday 10 June at 7:30pm Final $20 all tickets Directing for Primary Students 2pm – 6pm

NSW STATE CURRICULUM LINKS NSW STATE CURRICULUM LINKS SUBJECT CONTENT OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES SUBJECT CONTENT OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES Stage 2 Stage 2 English Creative Writing; Drama Scripts EN2-1A, EN2-2A, EN2-6B, EN2-7B, EN2-10C, English Creative Writing; Drama Scripts EN2-1A, EN2-2A, EN2-6B, EN2-7B, EN2-10C, EN2-11D EN2-11D Drama Playbuilding, Storytelling, Directing, The Elements of Drama DRAS2.1, DRAS2.2, DRAS2.3 Drama Playbuilding, Storytelling, Directing, The Elements of Drama DRAS2.1, DRAS2.2, DRAS2.3 Stage 3 Stage 3 English Creative Writing; Drama Scripts EN3-1A, EN3-2A, EN3-5B, EN3-7C, EN3-8D English Creative Writing; Drama Scripts EN3-1A, EN3-2A, EN3-5B, EN3-7C, EN3-8D Drama Playbuilding, Storytelling, Directing, The Elements of Drama DRAS3.1, DRAS3.2, DRAS3.3 Drama Playbuilding, Storytelling, Directing, The Elements of Drama DRAS3.1, DRAS3.2, DRAS3.3

22 For more detailed curriculum information go to riversideparramatta.com.au/education 23 OTHER EVENTS

WORKSHOPS & COMPETITIONS WORKSHOPS & NATIONAL THEATRE OF PARRAMATTA PRESENTS 3

TERM TELL IT STORYTELLING COMPETITION Monday 16 May 2016 Oral storytelling is an ancient and intimate tradition from every culture around the world. SUITABLE FOR This competition is a wonderful opportunity for your students to share their stories beyond 10am - 2pm the classroom walls. YEARS Tickets: $25 Tell It is a youth arts initiative with a focus on promoting the literary creativity of 5 & 6 students. Its aim is to unearth and cultivate the next generation of Australian professional (AGES 10+) writers and storytellers. The best entries will not only win prizes but also have an opportunity to tell their stories at the inaugural storytelling festival to be held at Riverside Theatres in October 2016. All stories must be five minutes or less in duration and should be written and told by PACKEMIN PRODUCTIONS a person who is 18 years of age or younger. Production of Prizes will be awarded for Best Story, Listener Engagement, People’s Choice and Encouragement Award. To enter, students need to submit a video submission of themselves telling their story. For more details visit our website riversideparramatta.com.au/tellit “Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world today.” Robert McKee “There’s always room for a story that can transport people to another place.” J.K. Rowling Music and Lyrics by Book by Stephen Schwartz Winnie Holzman ENTRIES Based on the novel by Gregory Maguire Registration fee $5 or $20 for 5 entries (from one school) Orchestrations by William David Brohn DATES & TIMES PRICE Music Arrangements Tuesday 6 September at 7:30pm (rehearsals from 1:30pm) All tickets $15 Alex Lacamoire & Stephen Oremus Entries close 1 August By arrangement with Hal Leonard Australia Pty Ltd Exclusive agent for Music Theatre International (NY) NSW STATE CURRICULUM LINKS SUBJECT CONTENT OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES 29 July - 13 August 2016 Stage 3 School Matinee Performance Friday 29 July 11am English Creative Writing; Storytelling EN3-1A, EN3-2A, EN3-5B, EN3-7C, EN3-8D riversideparramatta.com.au 02 8839 3399

24 For more detailed curriculum information go to riversideparramatta.com.au/education 25 EXTRAS GETTING HERE BACKSTAGE TOURS TRANSPORT Share the magic of the theatre with your students by booking a Backstage Tour as an add-on to your show or workshop. Riverside Theatres is located on the banks of the Parramatta River within walking distance of the ferry terminal, bus stops Tours of Riverside increase your understanding of how a professional theatre works. Backstage tours visit areas not usually and Parramatta train station. MORE INFORMATION seen by the public and can be adapted to suit the learning needs of students and special interest groups. All tours must be Parramatta is linked from all directions by train. The theatre is approximately a 15 minute walk from the train station and booked in advance. Please note, tours may be slightly restricted depending on the productions we have running on the day. the ferry terminal. Safe and easy drop off/ pick up for private buses and coaches is located immediately behind the theatre Price: With show $5 per student. Without show $10 per student. on Market Street. How to book? Simply add it to the allocated space on your booking form. For more details about getting to Riverside visit riversideparramatta.com.au or call the Transport Info Line: 131 500. GIVING BACK TO EDUCATORS VISITING RIVERSIDE THEATRES Riverside would like to acknowledge the hard work you do. When you organise an excursion for your students to Riverside you are Please ensure your group arrives a minimum of 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Latecomers will be admitted in a suitable expanding their minds and we’d like to REWARD YOU for taking the time to do so. Book and pay the deposit for your school group break in the event if possible. Riverside Theatres encourages students to leave bags at home or at school as secure storage is not of 15 students or more by Monday 28 February 2016 and you’ll receive TWO COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS to Riverside to one of our available. Restrooms are located at both ends of the Riverside Theatres foyer for students including those requiring disabled access. 2016 Season Shows!* Risk assessment for our venues can be downloaded from our website riversideparramatta.com.au/education *Subject to Availability THEATRE ETIQUETTE JOIN OUR EDUCATION E-NEWS LIST. JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA. For some students this may be their first experience with live theatre. For many, this can be very exciting and we want you and your students, as well as all the other patrons coming to the theatre, to have the best theatre experience possible. If it is likely Sign up to receive our regular newsletters to keep up to date with our productions and special offers. Email your name, school, subject that your students are unfamiliar with general theatre etiquette (or even if they are and might need reminding) we strongly and age group to [email protected]. Connect with us on: suggest going over it with them in preparation for your excursion, and discussing why the following things are important: facebook.com/riversidetheatres twitter.com/RiversideParra • Mobile phones should be switched off whilst in the theatre • Food or drink, if allowed into that particular performance, should be consumed discreetly and all rubbish should be pinterest.com/riversideparra instagram.com/riversideparra disposed of in the bins provided • Responding to and interacting with the performers on stage in an appropriate way is encouraged, but talking loudly during inappropriate moments or in ways that may disturb other patrons is strongly discouraged. 2 A more detailed ‘Guide to Theatre Etiquette’ is available via our website riversideparramatta.com.au/education

1 NOVOTEL 20 meters distance

PARKROYAL 200 meters distance

EAT STREET 200 meters distance

1. Riverside Theatres – cnr Church & Market Streets 2. Prince Alfred Square (Park)

26 2727 HOW TO BOOK SCHOOLS BOOKING FORM 2016 BOOKING 1. USE BOOKING FORM OR DOWNLOAD IT FROM THE WEBSITE STEP ONE: School and Contact Details All bookings require a completed Booking Form. Risk assessments and education support Title: Mr Mrs Ms Dr Mx Teacher’s Name: materials (where provided) are available online. STEP-BY-STEP School Name: Phone: Fax: 2. SEND YOUR BOOKING FORM TO US Fax or email your booking form to Riverside Education Address: Postcode:

Fax: 02 9683 3267 Teacher’s Email*: Mobile Number: Scan and email: [email protected] Mail: Riverside Education, PO Box 3636, Parramatta, NSW, 2124. Subject and Year Group of Students attending: N.B. Please do not send any payments with your booking form. Riverside will confirm your booking and then forward a tax invoice for your deposit. Bookings are made in strict order of *Your email address will be used for all essential communication about the event and for invoicing. receipt of booking forms. Would you like to be on our Education E-news List? Yes

3. RIVERSIDE WILL CONFIRM YOUR BOOKING This school is a: DEC School Catholic Systemic School Independent School Special Needs School Riverside will confirm your booking and invoice the school for a non-refundable $125 deposit. Teachers receive complimentary seating on a 20:1 ratio (unless otherwise specified). Once you STEP TWO: Booking Terms and Conditions have paid your deposit, your booking is secure. An invoice for the deposit amount of $125 will be issued upon receipt of this form. Payment of the deposit is due within 10 working days 4. FINAL PAYMENT to confirm the reservation. The deposit is non-refundable and will be deducted from the total amount due. Confirmation of final numbers and final balance is required 4 school weeks prior to the performance date. If a change of numbers You can request changes to student numbers up to 4 school weeks prior to the performance. is required, a new invoice with the adjusted amount will be issued. Requests for additional tickets must be submitted in writing and We strongly recommend making the cut-off point for students to pay the school and confirm are subject to availability. Riverside will accommodate your preferred performance times if possible but cannot guarantee availability. their attendance at around 5 - 6 weeks before the performance or workshop date, giving Please check your invoice carefully as this is confirmation of your booking date and time. Bookings are by first come, first served basis. yourself plenty of time to confirm final numbers. I have read and understand the terms and conditions Riverside will invoice you for the balance, payable 4 school weeks before your performance or workshop date. At that stage student numbers are final. Bookings cannot be held if your final Sign: Print Name: Date: payment is not received and the deposit is forfeited. An increase of numbers is possible after the final payment day and is subject to availability. STEP THREE: Help Riverside reach you better How did you hear about this performance/s?

5. FINAL INFORMATION SENT TO SCHOOLS Riverside 2016 Education brochure (mailed) Riverside E-newsletter Word of Mouth A letter of confirmation will be issued instead of individual tickets if you are attending Riverside 2016 Education brochure (picked one up) Riverside website a performance that has been allocated as a schools matinee. For other general public Riverside 2016 Education brochure (given to me by colleague) Fax broadcast performances, you will be issued with tickets which you will be required to collect from Box Office before the performance. Prior to your visit, we will send you detailed information via email to Other (Please specify): ensure you have a hassle-free excursion. This will include updating you on any possible changes to running times or more detailed information as it emerges from the rehearsal process. Why we have chosen this particular performance/s: (feel free to tick more than one) Please ensure you have given a valid email address on your booking form. It relates directly to the syllabus/ what we’re studying It is very relevant to my students in content

6. ATTEND AND ENJOY! It looked like something my students would enjoy I wanted to bring my students to Riverside Seating at schools performances is general admission (unless otherwise specified) and schools will be asked to enter the theatre as a group. We advise arriving at the theatre approximately 30 Other (please specify): minutes prior to your performance. Please note all school bookings made within 4 school weeks of a performance date must be paid STEP FOUR: Access Requirements (Please indicate if you will require any of the following) in full within 1 week of confirmation and are final. There are no refunds or changes to numbers Wheelchair Seating Level access (no stairs) Hearing assistance Seating Near Exits Social Story or dates on these bookings. If you have concerns about meeting the terms and conditions, please contact us on 8839 3308. Seating at front for visual and hearing impaired students Relaxed Performance Pre-show Touch Tour Other special needs (Please specify):

Do you require extra carers/ teachers to meet these needs? How many?

How many students require the above? (indicate numbers for each event)

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STEP FIVE: Indicate your preferred performance dates and numbers attending

SHOW/ EVENT NAME 1ST PREFERENCE 2ND PREFERENCE 3RD PREFERENCE NUMBERS ATTENDING PRIMARY Day Date Time Day Date Time Day Date Time No of Stu. No. of No. of PRINCIPAL PARTNER PARTNER MAJOR PARTNER Teach Teach (GOVERNMENT) (GOVERNMENT) (paying)* (free) Mr Stink RIVERSIDE THEATRES The Very Hungry Caterpillar Cnr Church and Market Streets Parramatta NSW 2150 Show PO Box 3636 Parramatta NSW 2124 The Peasant Prince riversideparramatta.com.au Saltbush Riverside Theatres is a business unit of Parramatta City Council ABN 499 07 174 773 The Little Prince The Moon’s A Balloon PROGRAM COORDINATOR – EDUCATION, YOUTH AND FAMILIES Stookey & Snicket – Contact Sydney Symphony Orchestra 02 8215 4603 Amy Matthews The Composer Is Dead Ph 02 8839 3352 Nick Parnell – Vibes Virtuoso Fax 02 9683 3267 Sharp Short Theatre Email [email protected] Competition riversideparramatta.com.au/education Tell It Storytelling EDUCATION BOOKING COORDINATOR Competition Ph 02 8839 3308 Other Show/ Workshop Email [email protected] (specify) OPENING HOURS EXTRAS Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm Backstage Tour – with Saturday 9:30am - 1pm performance Plus one hour prior to performances Backstage Tour – without performance RIVERSIDE EDUCATORS PANEL Sharon Bower Cumberland High School Note: Riverside offers one (1) free teacher’s ticket for every twenty (20) paying students for performances (unless otherwise specified). Chantell Fuller Blacktown Boys High School Additional teachers are charged at the student price. Additional carers/ teachers required for special needs purposes will not be charged. Carolyn Gandouin Bradfield Senior College Jo George Knox Grammar School STEP SIX: Checklist (before submitting your form) Fiona Mackenzie Marayla Public School Have you… Valerie Miller Muirfield High School Rachel North St Vincent’s Primary School Provided your full and correct contact details in step one (especially your email address) Anthony Quelch Marsden High School Read and signed for the booking terms and conditions in step two Dane Ropa Northern Beaches Secondary College - Balgowlah Boys Campus Accounted for all students with special needs and requirements in step four Henrietta Stathopoulos St Andrews College Selected three (3) preferences (where applicable) for the date and time you’d like to see the performance in step five Aaron Wormald Camden High School Provided the numbers attending as close to accurate as possible in step five (can be confirmed upon payment of balance subject to availability) Details in this brochure are correct at the time of printing. Riverside reserves the right to add, withdraw and substitute artists and vary the program and prices should the STEP SEVEN: Submit your form necessity arise. Please note that some performances may contain smoke, strobe lighting and loud noise. Where available we will indicate this in our program and website, and also BY POST Riverside Education, PO Box 3636, PARRAMATTA NSW 2124 in the theatre foyer at the time of the performance. BY FAX 02 9683 3267 BY EMAIL [email protected] Curriculum links are a guide only as to what outcomes and content our events might link IN PERSON Corner of Church and Market Streets, PARRAMATTA NSW 2150 to. They are not exhaustive and are not intended to imply that the outcomes can be fully satisfied by attending one of our events. They are to be used at the teacher’s discretion. Please direct all enquiries to our Education Booking Coordinator 02 8839 3308 EDUCATION