Local arts programs – Metro South and West

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

Enquiries

Peter Hayward
Arts Coordination Officer
Email
peter.s.hayward@det.nsw.edu.au
Phone
0401 132 410
Jenni Bittar
Arts Coordination Officer
Email
jenni.bittar@det.nsw.edu.au
Phone
0413 972 004
Michelle Murphy
Arts Coordination Officer
Riverwood Education Office
Email
michelle.murphy3@det.nsw.edu.au
Phone
0425 384 484

COVID-19 notice

The operation of these programs are contingent on advice provided by the NSW Department of Education in consultation with NSW Health. All activities will adhere to the DoE COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions.

Visit the COVID-19 and public schools in NSW web page for more information.

Filters

Event type
Audience
Subject
Casula

Aboriginal Vocal Identification Program

Public schools Music
Years 7 to 12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Enhancing the vocal talents of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through workshops and mentoring.
Newcastle/Gosford/Penrith

Art Matters

Public schools Visual arts
Years 5 to 10

Workshops that focus on developing knowledge, understanding and skills in the making of artworks and the exploration of a variety of media, techniques and tools.
Sydney North and West

Arts NorthWest Music Festival

Public schools Music
Kindergarten to Year 12
An annual showcase of individual items and combined school choirs provide an opportunity to develop, refine and highlight music and performance skills in a premiere performance venue.
Penrith

Blue Mountains/Nepean Dance Festival

Public schools Dance
Kindergarten to Year 12 students
An annual festival celebrating and promoting dance as a performing art in our local schools.
Parramatta | Pennant Hills I Penrith I Virtual

CoLab Senior Drama Workshops

Public schools Drama
Year 12 drama students and teachers
Intensive workshops providing expertise to assist students to further develop and refine the skills needed to succeed in HSC group performances. 

Combined Schools Signing Choir

Public schools Music
Years 4 to 12 students
Students from Years 4 to 12 with some Auslan experience are invited to join the Combined Schools Signing Choir to perform at the Primary Proms concert.

Film By Invitation

Public schools Film
Kindergarten to Year 12
A ‘best of the best’ film festival called Film By Invitation will be held in November 2023.
Online

Film By Online

Public schools Film
Kindergarten to Year 8
Film By Online showcases the creativity and imagination of NSW public school students. Digitally delivered, the festival is available to everyone to enjoy and share.
Westmead

Film By the Hospital

Public schools Film
Kindergarten to Year 12
Film By the Hospital is a new festival the NSW Department of Education is piloting with Westmead Children’s Hospital.
The Cowpastures

Film By the Pasture

Public schools Film
Kindergarten to Year 12
Film by the Pasture was established in 2021. The festival supports local schools in the Cowpasture District to submit films. In 2023 films will be showcased online.
Sutherland Shire

Film By the Sea

Public schools Film
Kindergarten to Year 12
Film By the Sea is now in its 13th year and still growing! This year the festival will be held at Event Cinemas in Miranda on 24 October 2023.
Penrith

Greater Western Sydney Drama Ensembles

Public schools Drama
Years 5 to 12
Designed as an extension of the curriculum in which gifted and talented drama students are provided with the opportunity to be extended in their knowledge and skills of drama.
Penrith

Greater Western Sydney Primary Dance Ensemble

Public schools Dance
Years 5 and 6
An ensemble for talented dancers who rehearse weekly to develop performance skills and create works for performance at local, regional and state events.
Penrith

Greater Western Sydney Concert Band

Public schools Music
Years 4 to 12
An ensemble program which aims to provide high-quality opportunities for musical performance at local, regional and state events.
Penrith

Greater Western Sydney Strings

Public schools Music
Years 4 to 12
Students in the ensemble participate in a series of workshops and rehearsals culminating in a performance.
Penrith

Greater Western Sydney Vocal Ensemble

Public schools Music
Years 7 to 12
A series of workshops and regular rehearsals for talented vocalists to develop and enhance their vocal and performance skills as part of a vocal ensemble.