Local arts programs – Rural North

Please note public school students are eligible to apply for ANY program across NSW where they meet the criteria for inclusion.

Enquiries

Di Hall
Arts Coordination Officer
Tamworth Education Office
Email
di.c.hall@det.nsw.edu.au
Phone
0439 472 448
Di Reichelt
Arts Coordination Officer
Dubbo Education Office
Email
dianne.reichelt@det.nsw.edu.au
Phone
0448 627 438
Simon Kermode
Arts Coordination Officer
Coffs Harbour
Email
simon.kermode1@det.nsw.edu.au
Phone
0448 529 847

Filters

Event type
Audience
Subject
Narrabri

Bandlink Narrabri

Public schools Music
Years 4 to 12
An opportunity for rural students to play in a large ensemble under the guidance of professional conductors and musicians including workshops and performances.
Quirindi | Singleton

Bandlink New England

Public schools Music
Years 5 to 12
A series of 2 day workshops for vocalists and musicians who play a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument to work with professional musicians to further develop their skills.
Tamworth

CAPERS

Public schools Dance Drama Music Visual arts
Kindergarten to Year 12
CAPERS is an arena-style production. The Tamworth Entertainment Centre comes alive with art displays, music, dance and drama performances.
Kempsey

Centre Stage Drama Festival

Public schools Drama
Years 7 to 12
A local festival showcasing drama works created in schools by students and teachers and providing the opportunity for students to perform in a professional venue.
Lismore

Curtain Call Drama Festival

Public schools Drama
Kindergarten to Year 12
A 2 day festival showcasing school drama works providing the opportunity to take their classroom skills to a higher and more demanding level to perform in a professional theatre before a public audience
Lismore

Far North Coast Dance Festival

Public schools Dance
Kindergarten to Year 12

The Far North Coast Dance Festival involves over 1000 students from public, primary and high schools from the Tweed, Murwillumbah and Lismore districts.
Gunnedah

New England Band and Vocal Camp

Public schools Music
Years 5 to 12
The camp provides rural students an opportunity to rehearse and perform in a complete ensemble and to build correct practice and performance skills.
Gunnedah

New England Dance Camp

Public schools Dance
Years 5 to 12
A 5 day residential camp providing an opportunity for regional and rural students to collaborate, connect and participate in a variety of dance workshops led by professional dancers, choreographers and teachers.
Tamworth

New England Dance Festival

Public schools Dance
Kindergarten to Year 12
The festival highlights and celebrates the skills and creativity of students and teachers as they explore the art of dance. Students gain valuable experience performing in a professional venue.
Tamworth

New England Dance Senior Study Day

Public schools Dance
Year 11 and 12 dance students and teachers
Opportunity to work with an experienced senior dance marker in preparation of performance and written responses for the HSC.
Tamworth | Armidale

New England Solo Performance Workshops

Public schools Music
Years 3 to 12
A series of workshops for solo artists to learn and practice performance in small and large spaces. Students learn the art of presenting for auditions and on stage.
Lennox Head

North Coast Creative Arts Camp

Public schools Dance Drama Music Visual arts
Years 5 to 12
This 5 day camp provides students with the opportunity to extend their skills and knowledge in creative arts offering quality extension activities that are not usually available in the classroom.
Tamworth

Senior Music Workshop Tamworth

Public schools Music
Year 11 and 12 music students and teachers
The opportunity for HSC music students to spend a day with an experienced senior music marker to support their preparation for performance and written responses. 
Rural and remote schools

Surround Sound

Public schools Music
Years 7 to 12
A band competition for students in rural and remote areas bridging the gap and providing performance and mentoring opportunities to successful schools.
Mumbil

Western NSW Music Camp

Public schools Music
Years 5 to 12
The camp provides rural students an opportunity to rehearse and perform in a complete ensemble and to build correct practice and performance skills.
Mumbil

Western NSW Rock Camp

Public schools Music
Years 6 to 12
An opportunity for students to learn and perform with other like-minded students as they work with teachers and professional musicians on techniques and skills to enhance their musical and vocal ability.