Overview
Inspired by the work, Saplings, panel discussion explores the difference between equality and equity, asking what fairness really looks like for young people growing up in inequitable systems.
Through conversation about storytelling, lived experience and social change, the panel will unpack how theatre can challenge perspectives, foster empathy, and open conversations about justice, access and belonging.
Featuring artists, educators, young people and community voices, this conversation invites audiences to reflect on how stories can shape a fairer future.
Panelists to be announced shortly.
Curriculum Links
Tertiary Students studying: Law & Justice, Philosophy & Ethics, Education, Humanities & Social Sciences and Health & Social Services
The Arts (Drama, Film and Media, Visual Art, Dance), English (General & Literature), Humanities and Social Sciences (Civics & Citizenship – Year 10), Legal Studies, Modern History, Social & Community Studies (Applied), Philosophy & Reason, Health & Physical Education
QPAC's Creative Learning Program
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Sheltering For Schools: Sheltering
9 - 18 Jul 2026Glasshouse TheatrePart of QPAC's Creative Learning Program, this program of three powerful works honours Bangarra’s past while looking to the future.
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Lost & Found: Drama Workshop
Artists in ClassroomsThrough Process Drama, Teaching Artists Dave Burton and Emily Burton guide students into an imagined world shaped by curiosity, challenge and discovery.
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Songs of Protest Workshop
Artists in ClassroomsGuided by First Nations musicians, students will explore how song becomes a voice for truth and transformation – investigating stories of colonialism, the Stolen Generations, and resilience.
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SaplingsPhotography by Clare Hawley For Schools: Saplings
15 - 18 Jul 2026Cremorne TheatrePart of QPAC's Creative Learning Program, this is a collection of hilarious and heartbreaking stories born from workshops with young people experiencing the youth justice system from Marrickville to Moree.
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Music Workshop: Songs of Protest
16 Jul 2026, 11:30amPlayhouse LoungeGuided by First Nations musicians, students will explore how song becomes a voice for truth and transformation – investigating stories of colonialism, the Stolen Generations, and resilience.
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Permission Granted For Schools: Permission Granted
23 - 25 Jul 2026Cremorne TheatrePart of QPAC's Creative Learning Program, in this production human sound machine Tom Thum has teamed up with harmony wizard and keys-sensation Tnee Dyer to give you the cheat codes to turn any sound into music.
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Permission to Dance - Street Dance Workshop
23 Jul 2026, 11:30amMelbourne Street GreenAn energetic street dance workshop designed to deepen students’ understanding of the relationship between music and movement.
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Permission to Create - Music Technology Workshop
23 Jul 2026, 11:30amPlayhouse LoungeLed by industry professionals, this interactive session explores beat-making, sound design and the use of technology in contemporary performance, encouraging students to experiment, collaborate and create.