Cyberia

Mental Health & Cyber Safety Program

A live performance for high school students that explores online safety, cyber bullying, resilience and mental health. Supported by a Q&A and curriculum-aligned classroom resources.

This engaging online safety and mental health program for high school students uses live theatre to encourage positive relationships and help-seeking.

Ruby loses her moral compass online. Anxious and struggling with impulse control, she is in danger of ruining her digital reputation. She is instantly banished to Cyberia.

Tim is in self-imposed exile. A lack of sleep and social interaction leads to mistakes, scams and misunderstandings online. He becomes isolated and withdraws into gaming.

Tim and Ruby must find their way back to retrieve their dignity, privacy and relationships.

Developed in consultation with education and mental health experts, Cyberia uses real student experiences and a compelling narrative to raise important questions about our online behaviour. It provide students with practical tools to help them stay safe, connected and resilient in the face of challenges.

It was truly wonderful to see so many students not just engaged during the performance, but visibly moved. They had many questions and were eager to chat about it.

Students were enthralled, rapt, 100% engaged! AMAZING actors! They held the audience TOTALLY throughout. Total professionals dealing with the full gamut of students. The performance was age-appropriate, supporting personal development, drama, technology and connected learning. 10/10

Enthralling! Thought provoking! Touches on so many issues pertinent to young people. Quite confronting in some areas which made it really effective. Supports eSafety, privacy, relationships, choices and our school wellbeing program. 10/10

Students found the performance intriguing, exciting, inclusive, cool and funny - they were totally engaged. They connected and empathised with the characters along the journey. Funny moments made the education a joy to watch! Well-written script that supports mental health and positive education. 10/10

Wonderful, professional show about mental health, eSafety and the effects of bullying and harassment. 10/10

The performance was really excellent! Relevant and engaging, a very honest approach. I think it made them look at the topics in a new light. 10/10

Fantastic! Students’ responses were very positive. It made them realise the consequences of their actions in an engaging way, rather than just being told. 10/10

It was brilliant, the actors were fantastic! It was really timely with what our students have been discussing and I was so impressed at how engaged they were.

Great show! Informative, entertaining, funny and very professional. Students were quiet, engaged and responsive. Supported our ‘no bullying’ policy and will definitely help students make positive changes in their lives. Great work! 10/10

Very relevant for students today, especially the content on technology and cyberbullying! Students were engaged with the program throughout. The actors were really positive and willing to answer questions. Highly recommended. 10/10

A 50 minute live theatre performance, with themes and outcomes aligned with the curriculum and key wellbeing, bullying and cyber safety frameworks. The actors are young, professional performers who are positive role models for your students.
A 5-10 minute discussion with the students, in which key themes and practical strategies are explored and help-seeking information is provided. Students also have the opportunity to ask the actors questions.
A Teacher Resource Pack, containing:
- Pre-performance resources, including permission slip, newsletter insert, promotional tools, compliance documents and everything else you need to prepare for the day.
- Curriculum-aligned classroom resources, including lesson plans, discussion points, extension activities, worksheets and online resources.
- Promotional A3 colour posters, with the date of your performance as a reminder to students.
Full support from our Booking Coordinators, who are available from 8am to 5pm weekdays to guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have.

The Australian Curriculum: The Arts, HPE, English, ICT, Personal & Social Capability, Ethical Understanding, Intercultural Understanding, Online Safety Curriculum Connection

NSW: PDHPE, Creative Arts (Drama, Dance), Life Ready (formally Crossroads)

VIC: HPE, The Arts (Drama, Dance), ICT, Communication, Interpersonal Development

Also supports: Australian Student Wellbeing Framework, The eSafety Toolkit for Schools, The National Education Initiative (Be You), National Framework for Values Education in Australian Schools, National Education & the Arts Statement, A National Framework for Health Promoting Schools, National Strategy for Young Australians, Pastoral Care, Behaviour Management, Student Welfare, Student Safety, Student Wellbeing, Respect in Schools Strategy (Respect Agenda), eSmart Schools, Anti-bullying and Cyber safety initiatives in each state, Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL), Positive Mental Health.

What sort of venue do we need?

An indoor venue with access to electricity. There is no need for any special theatre style venue as the show works best in an open space, with students seated on the floor. A school hall or gym is ideal but we can also use triple classroom areas, libraries etc. Unfortunately due to WHS we cannot use outdoor areas. If you have an unusual venue and would like to discuss it with us please contact our team on 1800 676 224.

What is the cost and how does the minimum fee structure work?

Our maximum audience size for this performance is 300. The cost is $7 per student (+GST) with a minimum fee of $850 (+GST) applying when less than 122 students attend. The actors will count the students as they enter the venue. Our office will be email you a tax invoice.

What provisions do you have in place for supporting child safety and wellbeing?

We are a Child Safe Organisation and comply with all aspects of Child Protection and screening in each state and territory. We have Risk Assessments in place and all our actors are trained in WHS, appropriate behaviour in schools, dealing with student disclosures and providing appropriate help-seeking information. Scripts have been researched and developed in consultation with teachers and a Clinical Psychologist.

What will the actors need on the day?

The actors will arrive one hour and fifteen minutes before the performance time to sign in and access the venue. The shows are performed on the floor (preferably NOT a stage) and need a playing space of approximately 5m x 5m. No chairs please. They have all their own equipment.

For more information please go to our FAQ page, or call us on:

1800 676 224