Throughout the year, we offer performances for schools in selected venues across Australia, with post-performance 'In Conversation' sessions wherever possible. This experience allows students to deepen their connection with the company, as well as our First Nations histories and cultures, while learning about the artistic processes involved in the creation of a Bangarra production.
WILAY PROGRAM
Wilay is the Wiradjuri word for Brushtail Possum. We are grateful for Wiradjuri elder, Uncle Stan Grant Senior, for permission to use this word for the program.
Our Wilay program enables Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander school students to access a dedicated matinee performance, at a discounted price. The performance is followed by an 'In Conversation' with some of the dancers and creatives. Wilay allows us to build a relationship with the next generation of those who share the rich culture and history that is sewn through our storytelling; it's important to pass these stories down.
Wilay performances and tickets are for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students aged 12 and over.
WILAY PERFORMANCES
- Cross Curriculum Priority: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures
- General Capabilities: Intercultural Understanding, Critical and Creative Thinking, Ethical Understanding
- Learning Areas: Arts (Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Arts), Humanities and Social Science (History, Geography, Civics and Citizenship), Language
SYDNEY | Tuesday 27 May 2025, 12pm | Gadigal Country | Roslyn Packer Theatre | Book Online
BRISBANE | Wednesday 6 August 2025, 12:30pm | Meanjin | Playhouse, QPAC | Book Online
MELBOURNE | Wednesday 10 September 2025, 2pm | Wurundjeri Country | Playhouse Theatre, Arts Centre Melbourne | Book Online
SCHOOLS' PERFORMANCES
- Cross Curriculum Priority: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures
- General Capabilities: Intercultural Understanding, Critical and Creative Thinking, Ethical Understanding
- Learning Areas: Arts (Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Arts), Humanities and Social Science (History, Geography, Civics and Citizenship), Language
SYDNEY | Wednesday 28 May 2025, 12pm | Gadigal Country | Roslyn Packer Theatre | Book Online
BRISBANE | Wednesday 6 August 2025, 12:30pm | Meanjin | Playhouse, QPAC | Contact QPAC Box Office at 136 246 or email [email protected] Monday to Saturday 9am to 6pm.
MELBOURNE | Wednesday 10 September 2025, 2pm | Wurundjeri Country | Playhouse Theatre, Arts Centre Melbourne | Book Online
Educational resources will be available closer to the date of the performance.
For questions regarding curriculum and educational resources, please contact [email protected].
USEFUL LINKS
Wilay is made possible through the generous support of The Balnaves Foundation.
