Throughout the year, we offer performances for schools in selected venues across Australia, with a post-performance 'In Conversation' session 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. 

Education Contact

[email protected]
02 9251 5333

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 schools matinee performance, at a discounted price. The performance is followed by an 'In Conversation' with some of our 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 tickets are for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students aged 12 and over and can be purchased alongside full price schools’ tickets during the booking process. Wilay tickets are available for our Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane Schools performances. Please email [email protected] for further information about our Wilay program or for assistance when booking. 

WILAY PERFORMANCES

SHELTERING

Ngunnawal Country | Canberra Theatre Centre | Wednesday 27 May 12:30pm
How to book: Contact Canberra Theatre Centre on (02) 6275 2700 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm.

Gadigal Country | Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House | Wednesday 10 June 1:30pm
How to book: Book online or request an invoice via our school booking form.
For further information, contact our Box Office team on (02) 9251 5333 or email [email protected] Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm. 

Wurundjeri Country | Arts Centre Melbourne | Wednesday 24 June 2:00pm
How to book: Book online or request an invoice via our school booking form.
For further information, contact our Box Office team on (02) 9251 5333 or email [email protected] Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm. 

Meanjin | Queensland Performing Arts Centre | Wednesday 15 July 12:30pm
How to book: Request an invoice via our school booking form.
For further information, contact our Box Office team on (02) 9251 5333 or email [email protected] Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm. 

SCHOOLS' PERFORMANCES

SHELTERING

Ngunnawal Country | Canberra Theatre Centre | Wednesday 27 May 12:30pm
How to book: Call Canberra Theatre Centre Box Office on (02) 6275 2700 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm.

Gadigal Country | Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House | Wednesday 10 June 1:30pm
How to book: Book online or request an invoice via our school booking form.
For further information, contact our Box Office team on (02) 9251 5333 or email [email protected] Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm. 

Wurundjeri Country | Arts Centre Melbourne | Wednesday 24 June 2:00pm
How to book: Book online or request an invoice via our school booking form.
For further information, contact our Box Office team on (02) 9251 5333 or email [email protected] Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm. 

Meanjin | Queensland Performing Arts Centre | Wednesday 15 July 12:30pm
How to book: Use the QPAC school booking form.
For further information, contact the QPAC Group Bookings team on (07) 3840 7466 or email [email protected] Monday to Saturday 9am to 6pm. 

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.

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