Tantrum Theatre has a commitment to providing access to inclusive arts programs for the young people of Newcastle and the Hunter region.

Tantrum Theatre offers high quality drama programs to primary and secondary schools which are fresh and appealing.  Our programs, delivered by high calibre workshop facilitators, support the NSW Curriculum and engage students in professional and innovative ways -  reflecting the dynamism of each school community, and develop partnerships between schools and the arts.

These programs use drama as a tool for participants to creatively develop advanced critical and collaborative thinking, build on self esteem, school and community pride and develop valuable skills and a wider understanding of the arts/arts practice.

Tantrum’s experienced artists work closely with each school to explore particular needs, addressing NSW Curriculum key learning outcomes through basic performance and drama activities.  Throughout our workshop program, Tantrum places young people at the centre of the creative process, which involves rigorous yet playful investigation of concepts such as identity, independence and community.

Our workshops are challenging and rewarding for particpants and school communities alike, and we promote an environment which is free of discrimination and any barriers to participation and ensure that all Tantrum activities are culturally responsible and culturally accurate.

We very much hope Tantrum will be able to share the expertise and creativity for which we are known, with your school community in the future.

In-Schools Pilot Program - RIGHTS, RESPECT AND RESPONSIBILITIES  - Term 2 2010

Tantrum Theatre delivered an innovative drama workshop program in four local Newcastle schools to promote community awareness, multiculturalism and anti-racism.

This program entitled Rights, Respect and Responsibility was delivered over a nine week period in Term 2 to schools with a culturally diverse demographic.  These hands-on workshops used drama as a tool for exploring attitudes towards other cultures and used participants own experiences as a starting point from which to explore multiculturalism and community.  The workshops also used role-play to help students understand the value of getting along, respect, tolerance and helping others.

The following schools participated in this pilot program:

Callaghan College Waratah, Islington Public School, Carrington Public School and Mayfield East Public School. 

Thanks to these schools for hosting Tantrum – it was a marvellous experience and very rewarding!

This pilot program was made possible with the generous funding from the NSW Department of Community Services through the Area Assistance Scheme.

For more information please contact Tantrum.