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Torres Strait song and dance

Understand how culture and history are passed on through song, dance, and childhood games.

While childhood games may just seem like pure fun, they are also an important record of our history. From spinning tops to string figures, this wildly entertaining and colourfully costumed ensemble show how culture and history are passed on through singing, dancing and games. By comparing their own childhood games to those from the Torres Strait, students come to understand the importance of traditions, and to be thankful to those who teach them.

Presented by Musica Viva Australia In Schools in conjunction with NAISDA Dance College.

JEANETTE FABILA DANCE, THOERAM, VOCALS, WARUP 
DUJON NIUE DANCE, GUITAR, THOERAM, VOCALS, WARUP
AROHA PEHI DANCE, THOERAM, VOCALS, WARUP
NEVILLE WILLIAMS BONEY DANCE, THOERAM, VOCALS, WARUP

 

 

Suitability 
Suitable for students up to Year 8.

Cross curriculum priorities
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures, Sustainability

Links to other learning
English, HASS, Health and Physical Education, Mathematics, The Arts

Key general capabilities
Literacy, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Capability, Critical and Creative thinking, Ethical Understanding, Personal and Social Capability, Intercultural Understanding

"The roars of laughter and moments of pure engagement in another culture from the children is something out of this world."
— Cairns Hinterland Steiner School, QLD

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JEANETTE FABILA DANCE, THOERAM, VOCALS, WARUP 
DUJON NIUE DANCE, GUITAR, THOERAM, VOCALS, WARUP
AROHA PEHI DANCE, THOERAM, VOCALS, WARUP
NEVILLE WILLIAMS BONEY DANCE, THOERAM, VOCALS, WARUP

Event and Ticketing Details

Live In School Tour Dates

Illawarra & South Coast NSW
2024 - Term 4 (Oct 28 - Nov 15)
Melbourne & Geelong VIC
2025 - Term 2 (23-27 Jun)
Adelaide SA
2025 - Term 3 (23 Jul - 1 Aug)
Country South SA
2025 - Term 3 (4 - 8 Aug)
South West QLD
2025 - Term 3 (25 - 29 Aug)
Darling Downs QLD
2025 - Term 3 (25 - 29 Aug)
Brisbane, Logan & Gold Coast QLD
2025 - Term 3 (1 - 4 Sep)
Sydney East & City NSW
2025 - Term 4 (20 - 28 Oct)

Pricing

2024 $9.50 - per student (min. 150 students per concert) An exemption to the minimum student numbers may be available for small schools.
2025 $10.50 - per student (min. 150 students per concert) An exemption to the minimum student numbers may be available for small schools.

Professional Development

By booking a 2025 program, you have access to a free Professional Development Webinar exploring your chosen ensemble and the teaching and learning resources.

Find out more here.

Resources

Musica Viva In Schools includes online teaching and learning resources that guide you through the program you’ve booked and enhance students’ concert experience.

Teaching resources contain:

  • Interactive activities
  • Multimedia content, compatible with Interactive Whiteboard
  • Music and creative arts curriculum-specific content
  • Cross-curriculum links aligned with state and national curricula

Event notes

Financial Assistance

Musica Viva Australia is able to offer financial assistance to schools in need through our Equal Music program.

Support is available for low ICSEA and small schools, and for students facing financial or geographical barriers that would otherwise prohibit them from participating. Contact your state office or find out more information here.

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