Junior Drama Ensembles

Region: Metro, Metropolitan South | Metro Sydney
Years 7 and 8

The Sydney-based weekly ensemble aims to foster the development of talented students in drama in Years 7 and 8. Performance and industry partnerships offer unique learning extension opportunities. Audition only.
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How to apply

Applications for the 2025 Junior Drama Ensembles are now open until Friday 14 February 2025.
Auditions will be held at The Arts Unit in Lewisham in Term 1. Preparation is not necessary.

Fees – $395
Fees cover the hire of regular tutors and industry professionals for intensive workshops, a Drama Ensemble t-shirt, and the sourcing and supply of costumes from professional designers for ensemble performances. Students will need to cover their travel and/or accommodation costs if needed. All prices include GST.

Your commitment

For successful students obtaining a position in the drama ensembles program, a full commitment to the program must be made. Students will attend weekly rehearsals after school hours on Wednesdays and some Sundays at The Arts Unit, Lewisham.

Auditions

  • Wednesday 26 February 2025, 5 pm to 7 pm
  • Sunday 9 March 2025, 10 am to 12 pm

Callback auditions 

Students will be notified after their open audition whether or not they are invited to the callback audition on Sunday 16 March 2025.

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Weekly rehearsals

Year 7 and Year 8 Drama Ensembles will begin on Wednesday 30 April 2025 (Term 2 Week 1).

Wednesday rehearsal times are 5 pm to 7 pm.

Sunday rehearsals will take place from 10 am to 4 pm on Sunday 15 June, Sunday 21 September and Sunday 19 October 2025.

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Performance opportunities

Junior Drama Ensembles will participate in either the Drama Festival or Drama Festival Virtual.

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Enquiries

The drama team
The Arts Unit
drama.artsunit@det.nsw.edu.au
02 8512 1175

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All Arts Unit programs are inclusive. If support is required to participate in the Junior Drama Ensembles, please email drama.artsunit@det.nsw.edu.au so that we can assist.