Workshop
Detention
Unpack themes of displacement, belonging and shared humanity through creative and reflective activities inspired by the play
Detention
Students will unpack themes of displacement, belonging and shared humanity through creative and reflective activities inspired by the play. Guided by experienced Teaching Artists, participants will engage with the storytelling process, exploring how theatre can ignite conversations and inspire change.
This workshop is suitable for students in Years 5 to 8, with activities tailored to their age group. Each two-hour session accommodates up to 30 students at $25 + GST per student, with a minimum charge of $500.
Each one-hour session is tailored to students from Year 5 to 8, with content adjusted to suit their age and needs. Workshops can accommodate up to 30 students at $15 + GST per student, with a minimum charge of $300, and are available across Australia.
- Venue In your classroom
- Duration 1 hour
- Years 5-8
The Arts
This workshop aligns with key outcomes in The Arts, encouraging creativity and fostering an understanding of how theatre communicates powerful narratives.
Drama: Students explore themes of displacement and belonging through role-playing and scene creation, developing their understanding of character, narrative and the transformative power of storytelling.
Critical and Creative Thinking: Students analyse the themes and structure of Detention, using creative activities to engage with complex social issues and develop innovative responses through performance and discussion.
English
The workshop supports the English curriculum by fostering literacy, empathy, and communication skills through theatrical exploration.
Narrative Exploration: Students examine how Detention tells its story, reflecting on its structure, themes and character arcs, and creating their own scenes inspired by the production.
Empathy and Perspective-Taking:
By engaging with characters and themes, students deepen their understanding of diverse experiences, enhancing their ability to analyse and empathise with different viewpoints.
Personal and Social Capability
Through collaborative and reflective activities, students develop essential interpersonal and self-awareness skills.
Collaboration and Communication: Students work in teams to create and perform, practicing effective communication and active listening.
Empathy and Social Awareness: Exploring the refugee experience and marginalisation, students build empathy and gain insight into the shared humanity that connects us all.
Critical and Creative Thinking
The workshop develops students' capacity to think critically and imaginatively about social issues through the lens of theatre.
Problem-Solving: Students engage with complex themes and challenges, using creativity to find ways to represent ideas and emotions theatrically.
Innovation: Participants experiment with storytelling techniques, devising original responses to the themes of Detention while thinking beyond conventional approaches.