At Shiny Heart Productions, we believe that theatre is more than entertainment - it’s a powerful way to ignite creativity, strengthen confidence, nurture social-emotional growth and build school community connection through storytelling and play. Our live theatre performances, interactive drama workshops and curriculum aligned drama education programs are expertly designed especially for primary schools, to help students playfully learn skills in not only in drama education, but also build skills in key areas of social emotional learning.
"One of the best excursions I have been to. The students absolutely loved it. The show was engaging, the workshop was fun for the children. It's a fun atmosphere that caters to the needs of all our students which is so helpful. Our special unit students attended their first excursion and it was amazing for them, so thank you. "
Hanna, Assistant Principal, Auburn West PS
We partner with primary schools to deliver creative, engaging and curriculum-connected shows and programs, including:
INTERACTIVE LIVE THEATRE SHOW
Interactive Live Theatre Performance (K-6): A fully-staged live show that can be booked as an incursion at your school, or booked as an excursion to Flight Path Theatre (Marrickville, 2204), for a thrilling black box theatre experience. Our productions are created to inspire and nurture creativity, kindness, courage and social-emotional growth in young hearts.
Discover our current productions here.
SHOW + DRAMA WORKSHOP
Drama Workshops (K-6): Extend learning by booking a show and drama workshop. Delivered by our highly experienced teaching artists, these fun interactive post-show sessions build drama skills by exploring story, play and movement to build creativity, confidence, communication and embeds social-emotional learning. Ideal for classes, year groups or whole-school events.
SHOW + 8 WEEK DRAMA PROGRAM
8 week Drama Playbuilding Program (K-6): Immerse your students in a term drama program by watching a show and participating in weekly drama lessons with our teaching artists, at your school. Designed by our experienced team of drama and wellbeing specialists, our 8 week drama program is curriculum aligned (Drama, English, PDHPE, SEL) to help students build the skills and confidence in making, performing and appreciating drama, while embedding social-emotional learning (SEL) into every lesson. There are 3 delivery options:
The program can be delivered and facilitated by our highly skilled and specialised teaching artists (teachers love this option)
co-taught with our teaching artist and your classroom teachers as a team,
or your classroom teachers can use the easy-to-follow lesson plans.
Aligned with Australian/NSW Curriculum in Creative Arts-Drama, English and PDHPE
Supports core drama learning with an engaging, high-energy performance that brings curriculum outcomes to life.
Aligned with student wellbeing & SEL – Our work is grounded in social-emotional learning: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, responsible decision-making.
Built for schools – We understand the rhythms of a school day, the needs of primary school students, and the importance of learning outcomes alongside delight and engagement.
Experienced practitioners – We bring professional theatre‐makers, educators and creatives who know how to work with children, large groups and school settings.
Memorable & impactful – Our performances create a buzz, spark conversations, build community and leave students and staff with something to carry forward.
Flexible & school-friendly – We can tour regionally, come to your school hall, adapt to your schedule and offer teacher resource-packs and follow-up activities.
Accessible for diverse learners - relaxed performances and Auslan-interpreted performances avaiable by request
For students: A joyful, immersive experience that nurtures confidence, empathy, resilience and creative expression.
For teachers & staff: A ready-made, high-quality performance and drama program that supports your arts education / wellbeing / SEL / engagement goals - with minimal setup on your part.
For the school community: A shared moment of laughter and connection that helps build culture, strengthen relationships and create lasting memories.
Get in touch – Contact our team at hello@shinyheartproductions.com.au with your date, year group, number of students, venue choice (Flight Path Theatre or at your school), and choice of show, workshop or drama program, or all. :)
We collaborate – Together we decide on: performance/workshop/drama program format, year group, timing, cost and logistics.
We deliver – We arrive, set up, engage students with our performance/workshops/drama program, and leave with the students inspired.
Follow up – We provide a teacher resource pack, classroom activities and discussion prompts to deepen learning after the event.
Primary schools, pre-schools, schools for specific purpose
Whole-school assemblies, year group events, class blocks
Regional and metropolitan schools in NSW
Assemblies, incursions, excursions, workshops, special celebration days
"One of the best excursions I have been to. The students absolutely loved it. The show was engaging, the workshop was fun for the children. It's a fun atmosphere that caters to the needs of all our students which is so helpful. Our special unit students attended their first excursion and it was amazing for them, so thank you. "
Hanna, Assistant Principal, Auburn West PS
"The students were on a real high after the show and shared how much fun the drama workshop was. The whole experience definitely ignited the drama bug from within." - Teacher, Marrickville West PS
“Absolutely fantastic! Our children were so engrossed in the show … they were very engaged and I found it so resourceful for learning about emotions.” - Educator, Goodstart Marrickville
“The play … had so many cool tricks. They didn’t need to talk much because they explained everything perfectly using facial expressions and body language.” — Student, Wilkins PS
Ready to light up your school’s hearts?
Contact us today → hello@shinyheartproductions.com.au
Please include: show name, preferred date(s), number of students, year group, and venue preference for the show - at your school or at Flight Path Theatre, whether you would like to book the show, show and workshop, or show and 8 week drama program.
We’ll respond promptly with availability, quote and next steps.