School Bookings & Resources
Live theatre is an experience that goes beyond textbooks and classrooms, offering a multi-sensory journey that has the power to reshape perspectives, ignite robust discussion and elevate learning on multiple levels.
Our school recommended productions are diverse in form, content and themes. From bold new Australian works to fresh takes on classic stories, our 2027 Season offers Year 11 and 12 students rich opportunities to experience theatre, explore ideas and deepen their learning through our new production-aligned workshops detailed on the School Workshop Page.
For access to learning resources from past productions, please email learn@blackswantheatre.com.au.
UPCOMING RECOMMENDED SHOWS FOR SCHOOLS
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20 May - 05 Jun
On sale now
Wicked Little Beasts
by Gita Bezard
An electric new work bristling with social commentary about the limitations of modern medical practice, and the power of young female...
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17 Jul - 08 Aug
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The Father
Written by Florian Zeller, and translated by Christopher Hampton
A precious window into the mind of a man fighting to hold on to who he is, and a daughter trying against all odds to help him.
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08 Oct - 24 Oct
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The Noodle Shop on the Corner of Fourth Street
By Grace Chow
Determined to write her big break, workaholic journalist Maggie finds herself submerged in a world of comic mystery.
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06 Nov - 28 Nov
On sale now
The 39 Steps
By Patrick Barlow
Four actors take on over 130 characters in this madcap feat of dexterity, virtuosity, and theatrical magic.
SCHOOL BENEFITS
SHOW-ALIGNED WORKSHOPS
Explore stories, characters, themes and theatrical choices on stage - then take the experience back into the classroom through our production-connected workshops.
DISCOUNTED TICKETS
We offer discounted tickets for school groups, including 1 free educator for every 10 students.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
$30 tickets for schools with ICSEA rankings of <1000 or fewer than 300 students. (Further assistance is available upon request)
SEE THE SHOW. MAKE THE CONNECTION.
Live theatre is an experience that goes beyond textbooks and classrooms, offering a multi-sensory journey that has the power to reshape perspectives, ignite robust discussion and elevate learning on multiple levels.
Our Creative Learning team can recommend which of our programmed plays might benefit students studying linked topics – connecting what your students see on stage with what they're exploring in the classroom.
Our recommended productions are well suited to students in Years 11 and 12. See the table below to view the workshop connections to our 2027 school-recommended shows.
WICKED LITTLE BEASTS | THE FATHER | NOODLE SHOP | THE 39 STEPS | RECOMMENDED DURATION | |
The Actor's Toolkit | X | X | X | X | 1 or 2 hours |
Character & Ensemble | X | 2 hours | |||
Physical Theatre | X | X | 2 hours | ||
Working with Text | X | 1 or 2 hours | |||
Monologues | X | X | 2 hours | ||
Design Workshops | X | X | 1 or 2 hours | ||
Page to Stage | X | X | 2 hours |
To access Learning Resources from past productions, please contact learn@blackswantheatre.com.au.