MEDIA RELEASE • 19 OCTOBER 2022
Geelong Arts Centre is thrilled to present the 2023 Creative Learning program for kindergarten, primary and secondary school students from across the G21 region.
Delighted to have seen so many teachers and students keenly participating in Creative Learning workshops, theatre experiences and festivals in 2022, Geelong Arts Centre is excited to announce a brand new range of dynamic, multi-arts experiences in 2023.
The Creative Learning program offers teachers a unique and creative way to explore key themes and ideas embedded within the Victorian curriculum, ranging from sustainability to First Nations and immigration.
With the aim of offering a diverse suite of programs ranging from music to movement, puppetry and theatre, the program offers affordable and enriching educational arts experiences that are immersive and fun.
The Creative Learning program is designed to spark a love for the creative industries among students and open them to a world of opportunity.
An integral component of Geelong Arts Centre’s offering, Creative Learning is supported by professional theatre makers, technicians and artists.
The various workshops and performances offer both incursion and excursion options to enable participation from all schools.
A key element of the 2023 Creative Learning program is the chance for educators to engage in professional learning opportunities.
Geelong Arts Centre acknowledges the power of bringing teachers together to network, share ideas and to support the development of their own creative practice.
Teachers looking for engaging arts education experiences are encouraged to sign up to the Discover Creative Learning e-newsletter at geelongartscentre.org.au/creative-learning
For more information about the Creative Learning program, visit geelongartscentre.org.au/creative-learning. Please note: information is correct at the time of publishing and is subject to change.
If you are interested in any of Geelong Arts Centre’s 2023 Creative Learning programs, please submit an expression of interest form at geelongartscentre.org.au/creative-learning
Geelong Arts Centre’s 2023 Creative Learning program is proudly supported by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria, Major Artistic Partner, Deakin University, and Program Sponsor, APCO Foundation.
QUOTES ATTRIBUTABLE
“The Creative Learning programs are designed to enhance the imagination and creativity of all students, no matter their skills or experience. They provide an opportunity to explore ideas, shared and created in a supportive and safe space.”
Quote attributable to Penny McCabe
Geelong Arts Centre Head of Programming
“Geelong Arts Centre is committed to ensuring that all students have a voice and the opportunity to connect through sharing stories and multi-arts experiences. For many young people in our region, Creative Learning is one of their first dramatic arts experiences.”
Quote attributable to Joel McGuinness
Geelong Arts Centre CEO & Creative Director
FOR STUDENTS
PROMOTING CREATIVE PARTICIPATION
With every program, students have an opportunity to make, share, play and present a multitude of arts activities, facilitated by professional artists and technicians and delivered in professional, state-of-the-art theatre spaces. Incursion and excursion activities range from student workshops to professional performances.
FOR TEACHERS
CREATIVE CONVERSATIONS & PROFESSIONAL LEARNING
Teachers will have the opportunity to engage in creative conversations and professional learning workshops throughout the year, as well as access to engaging resources to assist in building lesson plans, inspiring student curiosity, and igniting meaningful conversations in the classroom.