Wired

RESILIENCE & CYBERBULLYING PROGRAM

This Program is:

A LIVE PERFORMANCE FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS THAT EXPLORES CYBERBULLYING, RESILIENCE AND MENTAL HEALTH. SUPPORTED BY A Q&A AND CURRICULUM-ALIGNED CLASSROOM RESOURCES.

This engaging mental health program for high schools follows the journey of two students whose lives are spiralling out of control. They’re on different trajectories – one is hurtling towards stress, anxiety and overload, and the other towards depression and disconnection. When their lives collide, they are forced to change course.

The performance explores some of the big issues affecting the mental health of Australian students, like cyberbullying, school stressors, family relationships and pressures from social media. It addresses some of barriers that prevent students from seeking help and provides practical strategies for improving resilience, relationships and mental health.

Wired is an interactive theatre experience that is designed to stimulate further discussions in the classroom. The audience has the opportunity to see the characters play out alternative outcomes and help them make more positive decisions.

Is this just the way we’re wired or can we choose a different path?

Each high school program includes:

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: 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 $7 per student (+GST) with a minimum fee of $850 (+GST) applying when less than 122 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

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Please note this program is not currently touring.

Performed at your school

Tour Dates

This program is:

Currently Touring

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