State Drama Camp – Year 11
Participants extend their skills through a series of intensive workshops with all major aspects of drama delivered by tutors from the performing arts industry. The emphasis at the camp is on active involvement, development of skills and enjoyment.
Workshops during the camp are led by industry specialists and exemplary teachers from NSW public schools. The camp is a residential camp with accommodation in cabins and full catering provided.
Applications for the State Drama Camp will open in Week 1 Term 1 2025
2025 dates
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Monday 30 June to Friday 4 July 2025
Venue
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State Drama Camp will be held at Collaroy Centre, Collaroy.
How to apply
- Submit your application using the link at the top of this page.
- Once you have submitted, an email will be sent to your teacher contact seeking an endorsement.
- Applications closed on Monday 17 March and students will be notified within two weeks.
Cost
- TBC for metro and non-metro students
- TBC for rural and remote students
All payments will be accepted online through our student payment portal.
Camp activities
- The program covers all major aspects of drama and includes devising in groups, workshop sessions led by exemplary teachers and specialists from the performing arts industry and professional performances.
- Working with an experienced tutor, students will develop an original group piece for performance at the end of camp.
- Workshop sessions offered may include set design, costume design, scriptwriting, individual performance, circus, physical theatre, devising, script Interpretation, advanced acting skills, voice and accents.
- Students will also experience a variety of performances, which may include professional acting troupes and exemplary HSC works from the year before.
Student eligibility
- High potential Year 11 drama students who are currently studying drama at a NSW public school.
- A maximum of 6 students will be accepted from the same school. This is negotiated with teachers once applications have closed.
- This camp is for students seeking to build on their current experiences in drama and extend their skills through a series of intensive workshops.
Teacher opportunities
State Drama Camp offers professional development opportunities for teachers.
Roles for teachers
- Camp tutor – supervise for the duration of the camp; lead specialised workshops; lead a camp group through the playbuilding process to a performance on the last evening.
- Residential mentorship program – for beginning or less experienced teachers where preference will be given to rural and remote applicants. Observe, participate and learn throughout the week under the guidance of an experienced mentor. Supervise and assist with camp duties – onsite for the duration of camp.
- Day mentee program – for teachers interested in State Drama Camp to observe and participate for one day (Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday) of the program. They will select workshops and sessions to attend to learn from experienced teachers in action as well as a Q&A on the devising processes and the HSC course. Schools must supply their own relief cover for this program.
Preference for the selection of tutors was given to teachers who are currently teaching the Drama Preliminary and HSC courses.
Please email drama.artsunit@det.nsw.edu.au with any enquiries about State Drama Camp.
All Arts Unit programs are inclusive. If support is required to participate in the State Drama Camp – Year 11, please email drama.artsunit@det.nsw.edu.au so that we can assist.
