Wired

MENTAL HEALTH & CYBERBULLYING PROGRAM

New for Years 7-11!

THIS LIVE PERFORMANCE FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS EXPLORES CYBERBULLYING AND MENTAL HEALTH, AND PROVIDES STRATEGIES FOR RESILIENCE, HELP-SEEKING AND POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS. SUPPORTED BY A Q&A AND CURRICULUM-ALIGNED CLASSROOM RESOURCES.

The performance follows the journey of two students whose lives are spiralling in different directions: one towards stress, anxiety and overload, and the other towards depression and disconnection. When their worlds collide, the audience must help them choose a different path.

Wired is an interactive theatre experience that tackles some of the big issues affecting Australian students, including social isolation, bullying, online safety, school stressors, family relationships and pressure from social media. It addresses barriers to help-seeking and provides strategies for resilience, problem-solving, goal-setting and positive mental health.

Developed in consultation with a clinical psychologist and based on current research, this engaging mental health program for high schools is designed to stimulate discussion and complement your school’s existing wellbeing, (cyber)bullying and mental health programs.

Wired is new for 2023 and is suitable for Years 7-11.

Brainstorm Productions is endorsed by the eSafety Commissioner as a Trusted eSafety Provider.

We look forward to Brainstorm Productions every year! An excellent reflection of reality in a medium that the students enjoy. Dovetails perfectly with our THRIVE program, giving greater depth to conversations and understanding. Five stars!

You make a bigger difference than you think! Brainstorm’s theatre productions can help students make positive changes in their lives. Thank you! 10/10.

Brainstorm are great. They address the pressing needs of the young person and the requirements of our wellbeing program in a contemporary and so well thought out manner. I would recommend all of their productions. The organising team from the office are also spectacular, nothing is too much trouble. Five stars!

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.
- Printable A3 colour posters to promote the show.
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: General Capabilities (Personal & Social Capability, Ethical Understanding, Critical & Creative Thinking, Intercultural Understanding, ICT Capability, Literacy), HPE, The Arts, English, Digital Technologies, Online Safety & Respect Matters Curriculum Connections.

NSW: PDHPE, Creative Arts, English.

VIC: Drama, Critical & Creative Thinking, English, Ethical Capability, HPE, Civics & Citizenship, Intercultural Capability, Personal & Social Capability, Digital Technologies.

Also supports: The Australian Student Wellbeing Framework, Best Practice Framework for Online Safety Education, eSafety Toolkit for Schools, The National Education Initiative (Be You), National Framework for Values Education in Australian Schools & Pastoral Care. Supports Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL), eSmart Schools, and other programs that promote student wellbeing, anti bullying, behaviour management, resilience, cyber safety, mental health and positive relationships in schools.

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?

The maximum audience size for this performance is 250. The cost is $8 per student (+GST) with a minimum fee of $880 (+GST) applying when less than 110 students attend. The actor 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 actor need on the day?

The actor 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 4m x 6m. 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