Senior Drama Teachers' Forum

Our annual and popular Senior Drama Teachers' Forum will take place on Friday 1st December 2023 (Term 4, Week 7) at Concordia College, 12.30 - 4.30pm.

Session 1: Young Theatre Makers Award and Stage 1 Drama

In 2023, the State Theatre Company of South Australia in collaboration with Flinders University Drama Centre and Drama South Australia piloted the Young Theatre Makers Award as a vehicle for teachers to deliver the Stage 1 Drama course and engage students in authentic industry theatre making processes.

Presented by Majo Bogatec (Sacred Heart College) teacher of the inaugural winners of the program featuring a screening of the winning performance and Emily Burns (Drama and Community Connections teacher, St Michaels College)

Session 2: Customising SACE Drama - Flexible Approaches to Supporting and Retaining Students

How can some of the SACE flexible learning options like Integrated Learning, Community Connections and Industry Connections support the students who require a different approach in your Drama classes?

Presented by Adele Broster (Leader of Pathways and Partnerships, Nazareth College), Anita Wallace (Drama and INdustry Connections teacher, Nazareth College) and Emily Burns

Session 3: Spotlight on Assessment Type 2 (Stage 2)

Looking for new ideas, creative opportunities and pedagogical innovations to help students respond to and conceive drama? In this session discussion around these areas will take place plus a chance to add your voice and experiences.

Presented by Zoe Tidemann (Pembroke School), Jamie Hibbert (Pulteney Grammar School) and Kristen Doherty (Cornerstone College)

Celebrating Member Success + Networking

A chance for members to share successful teaching and learning outcomes from 2023 over a celebratory drink!

This event is sure to fill up quickly and spaces are limited, so register now to avoid disappointment!