When you perform live on stage,
anything is possible.
SHYAC is the place for young performers of the Southern Highlands to explore the stage. Acting, writing, and exploring the art of live performance with their peers while being led by highly experienced mentors.
Every year we offer short-form and long-term opportunities to take part in SHYAC productions.
Latest Events
Drama Club
In 2021 we have an exciting new set of after-school programs for students to explore. Welcome to Drama Club!
PRIMARY CLASS: Musical theatre (MAX 20 per/class)
Tutors: Mandy Bransgrove & Julie Blanchard
TERM 1 – 8 weeks FEBRUARY 8, 15, 22 – MARCH 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
TERM 2 – 9 weeks APRIL 19, 26 – MAY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 – JUNE 7, & 21 – Showcase day
TERM 3 – 8 weeks JULY 19, 26 – AUGUST 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – SEPTEMBER 6
TERM 4 – 9 weeks OCTOBER 11, 18, 25 – NOVEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & DECEMBER 6 – Showcase day
Time: 3.45pm – 4.45pm
Venue: Welby Hall, 14 Currockbilly St, Welby
Cost: $120
SENIOR CLASS: Performing Arts Short Course (MAX 14 per/class)
Facilitator: Mandy Bransgrove with Guest tutors: Dave Letch, Michael Turczynski, Monique Barrios, Julie Blanchard
TERM 1 – 8 weeks FEBRUARY 8, 15, 22 – MARCH 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
TERM 2 – 8 weeks APRIL 19, 26 – MAY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 – JUNE 7 (BOOKED OUT!)
TERM 3 – 8 weeks JULY 19, 26 – AUGUST 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – SEPTEMBER 6
TERM 4 – 8 weeks OCTOBER 11, 18, 25 – NOVEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Time: 5pm – 6.30pm
Venue: Welby Hall, 14 Currockbilly St, Welby
Cost: $180
Further details on the full 2021 Drama Club program…
Year 3-6
Musical Theatre This musical theatre course is a two term program with a showcase performance finale at the end of Term 2 & Term 4. Classes are designed to teach students all aspects of musical theatre in a fun and relaxed atmosphere with Mandy Bransgrove and Julie Blanchard.
School term Monday 3.45-4.45pm
Term 1+2: Feb 8 – June 21
Term 3+4: July 19 – Dec 6
$240/course
Year 7-11
Performing Arts Our Performing Arts Short Courses run on a term-by-term basis, introducing a variety of performing arts skills. Each week, students will be learning a new skill presented by Mandy Bransgrove and guest tutors, Dave Letch, Michael Turczynski, Monique Barrios, and Julie Blanchard.
School term Monday 5.00-6.30pm
Term 2: April 19 – June 7
Term 3: July 19 – Sept 6
Term 4: Oct 11 – Nov 29
$180/term
Lots more is in the works for 2021 too. If you want to stay in touch with SHYAC, contact us and we’ll add you to our mailing list.