Primary Drama at The Arts Unit

NSW Public Schools Primary Drama Ensembles

The NSW Public Schools Drama Ensembles develop high potential and gifted students in drama. Ensemble tutors are drawn from Arts Unit experts and industry professionals. The Drama Ensembles will perform at the Drama Festival in October.

For more information about this program, please read the 2025 Drama Ensembles Information Pack

2025 applications are now open

Applications close: Friday 14 February 2025

Application process

• Complete the webform application, including parental consent.
• Your school principal will receive an email once you submit this application and be asked to endorse your inclusion, if successful, in the weekly Drama Ensemble program. 
• Attend the live audition at the time you have chosen. No preparation is required.

Audition requirements

• Auditions will be in a workshop format of warm-up, movement and improvisation skills
• All students are to wear comfortable clothing and bring a bottle of water.

Audition dates and times

The open audition times for students in Years 5 and 6 in 2025 are as follows:

• Sunday 16 February 2025, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
• Sunday 16 February 2025, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Wednesday 19 February 2025, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

If successful in the open audition, students will be invited to attend a callback on Sunday 23 February 2025.

For further information and to apply, complete the online application form here.

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