By Deanne Jeffers
STUDENTS at Bourchier Street Primary School tumbled down the rabbit hole into a world of movement and dance with the Australian Ballet’s STEAMDANCE program. This whimsical initiative combines the magic of dance with the wonders of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths).
Led by a team of professional dancers and specialist educators, the program partners with teachers to bring classroom learning to life through a series of enchanting workshops and performances. Over four days, students leapt into creative and choreographic roles, crafting their own unique dances to perform at the end of the week.
A highlight of the program was a mesmerising performance of Wonderland, choreographed by Paul Knobloch, with music by Peter Wilson and design by Fiona Holley. The students were spellbound as they watched familiar characters like Alice and the Mad Hatter pirouette across the stage.
STEAMDANCE not only offers a fun and engaging way to learn STEM subjects but also fosters critical and creative thinking, literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills. It’s a magical blend of education and the arts that welcomes students of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds into the dance. For more information, visit https://australianballet.com.au/education-and-outreach
