In the Spotlight Drama Festival
In the Spotlight Drama Festival showcases the skills and talents of NSW public school students and teachers in creating and performing drama for students from Preschool to Year 12.
The festival is not only a showcase of school drama works but also a valuable platform for encouraging drama in schools. The festival demands of students a higher degree of focus, commitment and performance.
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2025 program
In the Spotlight Drama Festival will take place on Tuesday 5 August and Wednesday 6 August 2025 (Term 3 Week 3) at Campbelltown Arts Centre.
Performance times
- Evening performance 1: 6 pm – 7 pm
- Evening performance 2: 7:45 pm – 8:45 pm
How to apply
Nominations for the 2025 festival will open in Term 1, 2025.
Teachers are encouraged to download and read the festival guidelines (PDF, 110KB) for details on how to apply before completing their submission.
Cost
- $220.00 including GST per item.
Refund policy
- By participating in In the Spotlight Drama Festival, the participating school understands that the festival may be required to change delivery methods event dates or be cancelled at short notice to accommodate current COVID-19 advice and the safety and wellbeing of all participating schools and staff.
- Should the festival be cancelled and no alternative offered, a full refund will be provided.
- In the event of a COVID-19 related withdrawal prior to Friday 4 July 2025 (Term 2 Week 10) a full refund will be offered the school. For withdrawals made after Friday 4 July 2025 (Term 2 Week 10), no refund will be offered.
T-shirts
Students and staff participating in the festival have the option to purchase festival t-shirts. Please refer to the t-shirt size guide to view the design and ensure you order the correct size.
Prices are as follows:
- Long-sleeved t-shirt: $28.00 (including GST)
Please note, there will be no refunds on t-shirt orders once the order has been placed with the company.
Schools will be able to complete the In the Spotlight Drama Festival t-shirt order form in 2025.
Tickets
Audience tickets will go on sale at 9 am Tuesday 22 July 2025 (Term 3 Week 1) and will be available to purchase via Trybooking.
Ticket prices evening
- Child (2 – 17 years or K–12): $12.00
- Pensioner/concession or student: $18.00
- Adult: $22.00
Ticket prices include GST. Booking and transaction fees may apply.
Professional learning resources
Should you want to sharpen your skills in preparing and videoing your item, check out these digital resources:
Enquiries
1 Art Gallery Rd
Campbelltown NSW 2560
Australia
Gallery
All Arts Units programs are inclusive. If support is required to participate in In the Spotlight Drama Festival, please email samantha.dennis2@det.nsw.edu.au so we can assist.
