Education

This 1 day workshop run by Bud Kelly was primarily developed for schools but it is also highly suitable for corporate events and cultural training.

The workshop are divided into morning and afternoon sessions. Note: For schools with limited budgets the morning or afternoon sessions can be purchased as 'stand alone'.

Morning Session:

Duration 2 x 1 hour separate sessions.

This session is undertaken (repeated) twice in the morning to allow the school to manage numbers and class timetables.

Content

1 x 40 minute multimedia presentation covering the history of Aboriginal

artefacts (eg: didgeridoo, boomerang)
traditional and contemporary culture
dance and music (from the local area)
traditional customs
folklore and stories

1 x 20 minute interactive dance session

The audience is taught some dance moves by the performer and then encouraged to join in and dance in a light hearted and enjoyable manner.

Afternoon Session

Please note that this presentation does not repeat information provided in the morning session.

4 x 45 minute theatre and dance classes to separate groups

Comprising of

1 x 15 minute multi media presentation on Indigenous storytelling and dance covering

traditional customs
folklore and stories
styles between areas
social interaction
corroborees
legacy of knowledge and history
hunting and food gathering
animal behaviour
totems (Bagarr) and people's connections with specific animals

1 x 30 minute dance and drama workshops.

This session is where each class learns a different dance and drama piece.

The Finalé

The 4 classes are combined into a 1 hour dance and story production for parents and staff.

Other performances and services

Burrgati Performance Group can tailor a performance and schedule to suit your particular circumstances. Please contact us with your requirements.