Local arts programs – Metropolitan North

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

Enquiries

Jenni Bittar
Arts Coordination Officer
Email
jenni.bittar@det.nsw.edu.au
Phone
0413 972 004
Peter Hayward
Arts Coordination Officer
Email
peter.s.hayward@det.nsw.edu.au
Phone
0401 132 410
Lily Ferres
Arts Coordination Officer
Email
lily.ferres@det.nsw.edu.au

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
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.

Arts NorthWest Vocal Ensemble

Public schools Music
Years 7 to 12

This program allows individual vocalists to come together to form a choir for workshops and a performance at the Sydney Town Hall.
Ryde / North Turramurra

Bush Studio

Public schools Visual arts
Year 3 to 10 students

Students in Years 3 to 10 are invited to participate in a suite of immersive visual arts programs at Environmental Education Centres. 
    Wyong

    Central Coast Choral Festival

    Public schools Music

    The Central Coast Choral Festival provides an opportunity for NSW public schools to come together annually to showcase high-quality individual items and massed choral events.
    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.
    Sydney

    Film By the City

    Public schools Film
    Kindergarten to Year 12
    Film By the City is a new festival for public school students. The inaugural festival was held at Event Cinemas in George Street on 25 October 2022, with 2021 being a successful online festival.
    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.

    Greater Western Sydney Senior Dance Ensemble

    Public schools Dance
    Years 7 to 12
    An ensemble for talented dancers to develop performance skills and create works for performance at local, regional and state events.
    Kincumber

    Hi Res

    Public schools Visual arts
    Years 11 and 12, including students with a disability

    Hi Res is an artist in residence program for Year 11 and 12 visual arts students of all abilities focusing on strengthening art-making and art criticism skills and knowledge.
    Chatswood | Parramatta | Penrith | Wyong

    LightsUP Drama Festival Series

    Public schools Drama
    Kindergarten to Year 12
    A series of drama festivals held at 4 different performance venues showcasing public school drama pieces providing the opportunity for students to build knowledge, skills and understanding of performing and appreciating dramatic works.