BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SHEN - Sydney Home Education Network - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:SHEN - Sydney Home Education Network X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://shen.org.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SHEN - Sydney Home Education Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Sydney BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20260404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20261003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20270403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20271002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415 DTSTAMP:20260404T133123 CREATED:20260219T115334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T083600Z UID:10004708-1776124800-1776211199@shen.org.au SUMMARY:Players Company Rehearsals - Bell Shakespeare - 14th/15th April\, 2026 DESCRIPTION:Players Company Rehearsals for the Bell Shakespeare school’s performances.\nThis is a Free activity – please only book if you are SURE you will be attending so others don’t miss out. \nNO TICKET TRANSFERS / SWAPS.  If you can no longer attend please email excursions@SHEN.org.au to notify. \nPlease note you can book multiple sessions.  Some of these sessions are repeats of previous years. \nAll performances will be at Bell Shakespeare\, Pier 2/3\, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct\, 1/13A Hickson Road\, Dawes Point \nDates and times for performances are below.  You must have a ticket for every attending person. \nPlease limit to one adult per family group. \nTuesday 14 April 202610:00 AM – Macbeth: The Rehearsal12:00 PM – Macbeth: The Rehearsal2:30 PM – The Wonderful World of Will   Wednesday 15 April 202610:00 AM – Such Sweet Sorrow12:00 PM – Such Sweet Sorrow2:30 PM – The Wonderful World of Will \n\n\n\nTHE WONDERFUL WORLD OF WILL\nrecommended audience: Years 2-7\nBy Joanna Erskine \nTravel back to 1599 and meet William Shakespeare himself\, as well as a host of memorable characters from history\, in this spirited\, funny and informative show. \nThe Wonderful World of Will offers students the perfect introduction to the world of Shakespeare\, combining historical facts with excerpts from a range of Shakespeare’s most famous plays from comedy to romance to tragedy. Students will learn about Shakespeare’s classic characters\, language\, word inventions\, and even perform some Shakespeare of their own. \nA rollicking ride that will inspire young minds to journey further into the world of Shakespeare\, The Wonderful World of Will is sure to delight students and adults alike. Strap yourselves in for your journey back in time to Elizabethan England – just watch out you don’t lose your head! \n\n\nSUCH SWEET SORROW\nrecommended audience: Years 7-10\nBy Joanna Erskine and Matt Edgerton \nOne ancient grudge\, one lifechanging connection\, and one society forever changed. Romeo and Juliet remains a rollercoaster ride of passion and violence\, and a tale that\, generations on\, we continue returning to. Join The Players as they retell Shakespeare’s classic from youthful innocence to tragic conclusion\, via modern commentary interweaved with Shakespeare’s original text. \nSuch Sweet Sorrow is an engaging and interactive performance experience for students and teachers that will keep the audience on the edge of their seats\, from first sight to final breath. In 50 minutes The Players will journey through the entire story\, discussing character motivations\, illuminating themes and analysing language techniques and narrative devices. \n\n\nMACBETH: THE REHEARSAL\nrecommended audience: Years 10\, 11 & 12\nBy Joanna Erskine \nA director has called their two leading actors to a special rehearsal of the ‘Scottish Play’\, and your students are invited to observe. The show opens in two weeks and things are not looking good. It’s crunch time to engage with Shakespeare’s classic tragedy and transform text into performance. Become a fly on the wall for this fictional rehearsal\, with illuminating and entertaining results.\n\nMacbeth: The Rehearsal invites students to play observer and participant in this immersive and interactive show. Watch The Players play and replay with famous scenes and soliloquies from Macbeth. Witness the play’s trajectory blur with the actors’ own journeys\, discovering key motivations\, themes\, language techniques and plot devices. This is a show that celebrates theatre-making\, storytelling and the power of the imagination\, within an engaging contemporary narrative. \nYou must be a SHEN member to book URL:https://shen.org.au/event/players-company-rehearsals-bell-shakespeare-14th-15th-april-2026/ LOCATION:Bell Shakespeare Headquarters\, 13 Hickson Rd\, Dawes Point\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:SHEN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screen-Shot-2026-02-19-at-7.17.28-pm.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Gersha S":MAILTO:excursions@shen.org.au GEO:-33.8587025;151.2078562 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bell Shakespeare Headquarters 13 Hickson Rd Dawes Point NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=13 Hickson Rd:geo:151.2078562,-33.8587025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260423T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260423T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T133123 CREATED:20260127T105714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T030708Z UID:10004650-1776931200-1776963600@shen.org.au SUMMARY:Junior Herbalist Club DESCRIPTION:Junior Herbalist Club (JHC) is a 1-3 year extracurricular course for children (aged 7+) which runs for 90 minutes\, once a month\, for 10 months of the year. \nJunior Herbalist Club has been designed to engage and educate children\, on a journey of discovery through play to learn about the healing and medicinal plants all around them in a safe and supervised environment. The course covertly incorporates core subjects including English\, Maths\, Biology\, Chemistry\, Botany\, Latin and Cookery\, as well as helps children to gain in confidence\, improve fine motor control and develop a new skill set. \nEach month the children learn about the medicinal uses of plants and make something to take home (lavender bags\, lip balms\, bath bombs and much more!!). JHC has been planned so that each month the children build on their knowledge and skills. In the second year\, the tasks become more complex\, building on the skill set developed in the first year. At the end of each session the children are given a worksheet to complete so they can develop a portfolio of learning. \nThe course includes: \n\nIdentification of common herbs growing all around\nSafety – which herbs are safe to use and which are poisonous\nFolklore – taught through stories and songs\nHow to grow and harvest herbs\nMedicinal uses of common herbs\nHow to use a variety of common herbs for first aid\nHow to make a variety of herbal preparations to keep and take home\nRespect for all plants and their environment\n\nJHC was created and developed by Medical Herbalist Mel Hornby and has been delivering herbal education to children in the UK since 2014\, and is now available in Australia for the first time. \nHere is some feedback from previous years: \n“I really enjoyed learning the different uses of herbs and about the variety of plants\, especially the ones that are often considered weeds\, and are actually beneficial and can be used in a number of ways. I liked how we would make things at the end of the lesson to show us how to put the properties of the plant into practice. I liked how the classes were set outside and how they were practical. The plants weren’t just pictures in a book. We could see\, touch and smell them. I liked how each week was a different plant or two. Made it easy to focus on rather than just having a brief overview on a bunch of things.” ~Allie \n“I have learnt about how plants and nature can help us to heal our bodies\, and that we can make our own medicines without going to the doctor for everything. I enjoyed watching Virginia prepare and cook the herbs to make medicines from nature\, and learning in a group with other homeschoolers. I would recommend other children come to JHC next year because in every class there is something new that you will find out about. Also you get to take something home at the end of every class – that the group has made.” ~Eloise \n \n  \n  \nVirginia Maddock has been a qualified herbalist since 2000 and will be continuing this wonderful education in plant healing for children in the Sutherland Shire\, starting in February. (Other areas will be considered with appropriate numbers of bookings\, so get in contact and get a group together!). \nCost is $400 per year (or 4 x $120 paid each term). Monthly on Thursdays in Caringbah South at 10:30am-12pm (numbers dependent). \n  \n  \n  \nDates:\nFebruary 19\nMarch 19\nApril 23\nMay 21\nJune 18\nJuly 23\nAugust 20\nSeptember 17\nOctober 15\nNovember 19 \nEmail: virginia@naturalbeginnings.com.au for enquiries and expressions of interest. URL:https://shen.org.au/event/junior-herbalist-club/2026-04-23/ LOCATION:Australia CATEGORIES:Non-Shen - Northern Sydney,Non-Shen - South East Sydney ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/logo-normal-1000.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Maddock":MAILTO:virginia@naturalbeginnings.com.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260506T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260506T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T133123 CREATED:20260307T095709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T080308Z UID:10004712-1778058000-1778077800@shen.org.au SUMMARY:Home School NETBALL Gala Day - 6th May DESCRIPTION:NETBALL NSW Gala Day bring student and teams together for a day of fun netball activities. \nGala Days incorporate learning netball skills and fun social netball matches. \nThere is no scoring and students are encouraged to have fun and try their best! \nMixed Teams with no boy:girl ratio \nAll skill levels are welcome to participate \n\nDate: Wednesday 6th May 2026\nTime: 9:30am-2:30pm\nAge groups: 5-18yrs\nLocation: Netball Central (2 Olympic Blvd\, Sydney Olympic Park)\nCost: $5 per participant\nMore information on the structure of the day will be emailed out to the participants on Monday 27th April 2026.\n\nLocation: Netball Central\, Sydney Olympic Park (P7 is the closest parking – cost $7 phr\, upto $35 per 24hr) or a 24 min walk from the train station. \nTo register: please scan the QR code in the image (or click this link – https://www.playhq.com/netball-australia/register/5cc129) URL:https://shen.org.au/event/home-school-netball-gala-day-6th-may/ LOCATION:Netball Central\, Sydney Olympic Park\, 2 Olympic Boulevard\,\, Sydney Olympic Park\,\, NSW\, 2127\, Australia CATEGORIES:Non-Shen - Western Sydney ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/HomeSchoolNetballGalaDay.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260506T130000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260506T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T133123 CREATED:20250905T114806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T155257Z UID:10004608-1778072400-1778083200@shen.org.au SUMMARY:'Anastasia' the musical @Sydney Lyric Theatre\, Wednesday 6th May\, 2026 - 1pm DESCRIPTION:ANASTASIA The Broadway Musical\, the romantic and adventure-filled hit musical inspired by the beloved film\, is coming to Australia for the first time! \nThis dazzling production\, by the Tony Award winning team Terrence McNally\, Stephen Flaherty\, Lynn Ahrens and Darko Tresnjak\, transports you from the twilight years of the Imperial rule to the euphoria of 1920s Paris. ANASTASIA follows a brave young woman on a journey to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by an army officer determined to silence her\, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together\, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home\, love\, and family. \nWith much-loved songs like Journey to the Past and Once Upon a December\, ANASTASIA has captivated audiences around the world—hailed as “A MONSTER HIT!” by The New York Times and “Irresistible!” by Variety. \nAge recommendation: 8yrs + (under 16 year olds must be accompanied by a paying adult) \nPlease note: this is a Wednesday matinee performance but it is NOT a school’s matinee and there will be no Q&A afterwards. \nYOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS.  PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY. \nIf you chose Companion Card ticket\, please email excursions@shen.org.au immediately after purchase with a copy of your Companion Card. URL:https://shen.org.au/event/anastasia-the-musical-sydney-lyric-theatre-wednesday-6th-may-2026-1pm/ LOCATION:Sydney Lyric Theatre\, 55 Pirrama Rd\,\, Pyrmont\, NSW\, 2251\, Australia CATEGORIES:SHEN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/anastasia-logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gersha S":MAILTO:excursions@shen.org.au GEO:-33.867512150261;151.19610343865 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sydney Lyric Theatre 55 Pirrama Rd Pyrmont NSW 2251 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=55 Pirrama Rd\,:geo:151.19610343865,-33.867512150261 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260520T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260520T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T133123 CREATED:20260331T105727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T105727Z UID:10004716-1779274800-1779283800@shen.org.au SUMMARY:Play ‘Romeo and Juliet' at The Darling Quarter Theatre\, Wed 20th May @11am DESCRIPTION:‘Romeo & Juliet’ at Darling Quarter Theatre\, Wednesday 20th May @11am\nThis production of Romeo & Juliet returns in 2026. Can passion\, hope\, and the dream of a new world heal a city torn by ancient rivalries? Immerse yourself in a dangerous world where even the moon holds secrets and love dares to defy tradition.\nBack by popular demand\, our acclaimed ★★★★★ production of Romeo & Juliet returns in 2026 to inspire you\, connect you and open your heart. \nPassion\, hope\, and the dream of a new world of forgiveness and connectedness drive this timeless story\, set in a city torn by ancient rivalries. Within an enchanted garden and beneath a candlelit balcony\, students are immersed in a dangerous world where even the moon holds secrets and love dares to defy tradition. \nA raw\, paired back Romeo & Juliet told through the eyes of seven main characters; Juliet\, Romeo\, Mercutio\, the Nurse\, Friar\, and Lord Capulet\, this production intensifies the connection to each character\, and its staging offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the play as Shakespeare intended: alive\, immediate\, and deeply human. Audiences will feel the urgency of young love\, the thrill of secrecy\, and the crushing impact of rivalry\, bringing their own lives into visceral focus. \n“…nothing short of pure theatrical alchemy\, an impeccable show just so dazzling\, and a flawless blend of talent\, vision\, and soul. A rollercoaster of love\, fury\, and beauty\, that reminds us exactly why this tale\, has captivated hearts for centuries.” Sydney Arts Guide \nAge recommendation: 12years+ \nYOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS.  PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY. \nIf you chose Companion Card ticket\, please email excursions@shen.org.au immediately after purchase with a copy of your Companion Card. URL:https://shen.org.au/event/play-romeo-and-juliet-at-the-darling-quarter-theatre-wed-20th-may-11am/ LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Bennelong Point\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:SHEN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_5434.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Gersha S":MAILTO:excursions@shen.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260617T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260617T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T133123 CREATED:20260309T115244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T115244Z UID:10004713-1781690400-1781704800@shen.org.au SUMMARY:Art Day at NSW Art Gallery for Years 3-6\, Wednesday 17th June\, 2026\, 10am - 2pm DESCRIPTION:Art Day at NSW Art Gallery for Years 3-6\, Wednesday 17th June\, 2026\, 10am – 2pm \nThe Day is divided into two parts: \nLEARNING TOUR (10am – 11.30am) \nA bushranger’s tale: exploring history through art\nAligned with NSW History and Creative Arts K–6 curriculum outcomes\, this tour explores how Australian artists have captured stories of people\, place and identity. Through close looking\, storytelling and discussion\, students will consider how artists bring the past to life and how artworks can be both personal expression and historical evidence. \nThis authentic encounter with art supports curriculum outcomes and fosters lasting curiosity and appreciation for art. \nStudents will: \n\nrecognise how artists tell stories from Australia’s past through visual language\nunderstand how bushrangers became part of Australia’s national story through art and storytelling\nexplore how landscape painting shaped the way Australians imagine the land and their connection to it\nconsider whose stories are told and whose are missing from the historical record.\n\nART WORKSHOP (12.30pm – 2pm) \nThe artist’s studio\nIn this dynamic workshop\, students build skills in exploring ideas\, making informed choices with materials\, and reflecting on their creative process. Led by Art Gallery educators and inspired by artworks from the Art Gallery’s collection\, students develop visual literacy and confidence as they experiment with techniques and express personal meaning through their art. \nThis hands-on experience supports creative thinking and encourages each student to see themselves as an artist. \nStudents will: \n\nexplore how artists use subject matter\, materials and techniques to communicate ideas\nexperiment with a range of materials and processes to create their own artworks\nreflect on their art-making choices and the meaning in their own and others’ work\nshare and discuss their artworks\, recognising how art can express ideas\, experiences and connections to the world around them.\n\nYOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS. \nEVERY PERSON ATTENDING MUST HAVE A TICKET.  Parents can book accompanying free ticket.  Please note only one parent per family group. \nPLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY. URL:https://shen.org.au/event/art-day-at-nsw-art-gallery-for-years-3-6-wednesday-17th-june-2026-10am-2pm/ LOCATION:Art Gallery of NSW\, Art Gallery Rd\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:SHEN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screen-Shot-2026-03-09-at-10.12.48-pm.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Gersha S":MAILTO:excursions@shen.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260625T123000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260625T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T133123 CREATED:20260306T085719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211941Z UID:10004709-1782390600-1782397800@shen.org.au SUMMARY:Sydney Dance Company performance of 'Engine' - Thursday 25th June\, 2026 12.30pm - for High School\, 11yrs - 18yrs DESCRIPTION:Sydney Dance Company performance of ‘Engine’ – Thursday 25th June\, 2026 12.30pm – for High School\, 11yrs – 18yrs \nat the Sydney Opera House \nENGINE unites three extraordinary choreographers; Rafael Bonachela\, Fran Diaz and Melanie Lane\, for an exhilarating performance that promises bold\, fearless dance. \nPerformance duration: Two hours.  \nYOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS.  PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY. \nTicket sales will end on the 28th May\, unless sold out beforehand. \nPlease ensure you choose the correct ticket option when you are paying.  People choosing Companion Card ticket must email a copy of the Companion Card to SHEN immediately after booking ticket(s). URL:https://shen.org.au/event/sydney-dance-company-performance-of-engine-thursday-25th-june-2026-12-30pm-for-high-school-11yrs-18yrs/ LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Bennelong Point\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:SHEN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screen-Shot-2026-02-25-at-1.56.16-am.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Gersha S":MAILTO:excursions@shen.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260702T113000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260702T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T133123 CREATED:20260306T090050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211829Z UID:10004710-1782991800-1782995400@shen.org.au SUMMARY:Sydney Dance Company performance of 'Engine' - Thursday 2nd July\, 2026 11.30am - for Primary School DESCRIPTION:Sydney Dance Company performance of ‘Engine’ – Thursday 2nd July\, 2026 11.30am – for Primary School \nat the Sydney Opera House \nENGINE unites three extraordinary choreographers; Rafael Bonachela\, Fran Diaz and Melanie Lane\, for an exhilarating performance that promises bold\, fearless dance. \nPerformance duration: One hour \nYOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS.  PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY. \nTicket sales will end on the 4th June\, unless sold out beforehand. \nPlease ensure you choose the correct ticket option when you are paying.  People choosing Companion Card ticket must email a copy of the Companion Card to SHEN immediately after booking ticket(s). URL:https://shen.org.au/event/sydney-dance-company-performance-of-engine-thursday-2nd-july-2026-11-30am-for-primary-school/ LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Bennelong Point\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:SHEN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screen-Shot-2026-02-25-at-2.16.21-am.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Gersha S":MAILTO:excursions@shen.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260812T130000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260812T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T133123 CREATED:20251111T103613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T000712Z UID:10004612-1786539600-1786550400@shen.org.au SUMMARY:‘The Lion King’ @Capitol Theatre\, Wednesday 12th August - 1pm DESCRIPTION:‘The Lion King’ at Capitol Theatre \nIt is time!\nGiraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars\, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. This is Disney’s THE LION KING\, making its triumphant return to Sydney! \nMore than 120 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry\, the unforgettable music\, and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage. \nWinner of six Tony Awards®\, including Best Musical\, THE LION KING brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. THE LION KING also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognisable music\, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. \nTHE LION KING opens April 2026 at the Capitol Theatre for a strictly limited season. \nAge recommendation: 6yrs + (under 16 year olds must be accompanied by a paying adult) \nPlease note: this is a Wednesday matinee performance but it is NOT a school’s matinee and there will be no Q&A afterwards. \nYOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS.  PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY. \nPLEASE NOTE:  THESE ARE DRESS CIRCLE SEATS FOR SCHOOL BOOKING.  THE SEATS ARE NOT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE.  IF YOU NEED WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE SEATS PLEASE CONTACT US AND WE CAN ARRANGE. \nIf you would like an additional adult ticket\, please contact excursions@SHEN.com.au \nIf you chose Companion Card ticket\, please email excursions@shen.org.au immediately after purchase with a copy of your Companion Card. URL:https://shen.org.au/event/the-lion-king-capitol-theatre-wednesday-12th-august-1pm/ LOCATION:Capitol Theatre\, 13 Campbell St\, Haymarket\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:SHEN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_3290.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Gersha S":MAILTO:excursions@shen.org.au GEO:-33.8793942;151.2037282 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Capitol Theatre 13 Campbell St Haymarket NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=13 Campbell St:geo:151.2037282,-33.8793942 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260909T123000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260909T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T133123 CREATED:20251113T104435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T104435Z UID:10004611-1788957000-1788960600@shen.org.au SUMMARY:‘The Bugalugs Bum Thief' @The Seymour Centre\, Wednesday\, 9th September\, 12.30pm DESCRIPTION:Seymour Centre presents a Red Line Production of \nTHE BUGALUGS BUM THIEF\nBased on the book by Tim WintonAdapted by Sandra Eldridge\, Tim McGarry and Eva Di Cesare \nLaugh\, sing and be thoroughly entertained as students embark on an investigative journey to catch the thief!\nThe Bugalugs Bum Thief takes audiences on a whimsical journey through the imaginative world created by Australian author and National Treasure\, Tim Winton. This literacy-based play vividly brings to life the colourful characters and quirky adventures from Winton’s beloved book. \nSet in a charming Australian town of Bugalugs\, the story follows the misadventures of Skeeta Anderson\, Mick Misery and Billy Marbles as they attempt to unravel the mystery of the Bugalugs bum thief. As the townsfolk band together to catch the culprit\, hilarity ensues\, and valuable lessons about friendship\, community and understanding are learned along the way. \nThrough its engaging storytelling and vibrant characters\, The Bugalugs Bum Thief sparks imagination\, fosters a love for reading\, and promotes important values such as empathy and teamwork. Enhancing the theatrical experience is a live musician\, with original songs that capture the essence of Tim Winton’s world\, inviting students to immerse themselves fully in the magical atmosphere of the play. \nPrepare to laugh\, sing and be thoroughly entertained as audiences embark on an investigative journey to catch the thief\, where every twist and turn is met with a sense of wonder. The Bugalugs Bum Thief is a delightful celebration of friendship and adventure that promises to leave viewers of all ages with smiles on their faces and hearts full of joy. \nImage credit: Alanna Paxton \n“Bum believable fun and chuckles galore” \nWhat’s The Show \n“The Bugalugs Bum Thief is a delightful and charming production that celebrates the magic of storytelling and the power of imagination. It’s a fun theatrical song and dance mystery full of adventure in Bugalugs. Plus\, it’s about bums. The kids will love it.” \nStage Whispers \nAge recommendation: 5-12 years \nYOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS.  PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY. \nIf you chose Companion Card ticket\, please email excursions@shen.org.au immediately after purchase with a copy of your Companion Card. URL:https://shen.org.au/event/the-bugalugs-bum-thief-the-seymour-centre-wednesday-9th-september-12-30pm/ LOCATION:Seymour Centre\, Cnr City Road &\, Cleveland St\, Cleveland\, Chippendale\, 2008\, Australia CATEGORIES:SHEN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_3287.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Gersha S":MAILTO:excursions@shen.org.au GEO:-33.8885245;151.1913215 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Seymour Centre Cnr City Road & Cleveland St Cleveland Chippendale 2008 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Cnr City Road &\, Cleveland St:geo:151.1913215,-33.8885245 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260916T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260916T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T133123 CREATED:20260307T095323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T095323Z UID:10004711-1789556400-1789563600@shen.org.au SUMMARY:Sydney Dance Company performance of 'Current' - Wednesday 16th September\, 2026 11am - for upper Primary School & High School\, 9yrs - 18yrs DESCRIPTION:Sydney Dance Company performance of ‘Current’ – Wednesday 16th September\, 2026 11am – for upper Primary School & High School\, 9yrs – 18yrs \nat the Sydney Dance Company\, Nielson Studio \nCURRENT  threads together three new commissions from leading Australian choreographers\, Raghav Handa\, Jenni Large and Azzam Mohamed\, with the Australian premiere of Rafael Bonachela’s seminal work E2 7SD. Together these four artists form a compelling portrait of contemporary Australian dance — diverse in form\, voice and perspective\, yet united by curiosity and originality of expression. \nCreated in London in 2004\, E2 7SD is the award-winning work that defined Bonachela’s signature choreographic style and put him on the world stage\, winning over audiences and achieving critical acclaim. Never performed before in Australia\, this momentous anniversary feels like the perfect time to share this dynamic\, high-energy duet. \nWe have commissioned some of Australia’s most exciting choreographers to present new works that will join E2 7SD on stage as part of one seamless experience. Creating alongside Bonachela is Raghav Handa\, our 2025 Balnaves Artist in Residence\, whose work draws on the principles of Indian kathak to explore multifaceted expressions of contemporary Australian identity; Jenni Large\, a New Breed alum and our 2026 Balnaves Artist in Residence\, who creates work infused with hyper-design and apparatus\, inspired by the personal\, political and transformational forces of the body; and Azzam Mohamed (Shazam)\, a Sydney-based Sudanese dancer\, choreographer and educator\, whose practice spans a rich blend of traditional cultural\, street and club dance forms. \nPlease note that the School Matinee performances may not include both works. \nPerformance duration: TBA  \nYOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS.  PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY. \nTicket sales will end on the 19th August\, unless sold out beforehand. \nPlease ensure you choose the correct ticket option when you are paying.  People choosing Companion Card ticket must email a copy of the Companion Card to SHEN immediately after booking ticket(s). URL:https://shen.org.au/event/sydney-dance-company-performance-of-current-wednesday-16th-september-2026-11am-for-upper-primary-school-high-school-9yrs-18yrs/ LOCATION:Sydney Dance Company\, Neilson Studio\, Walsh Bay Arts precinct\, Dawes Point\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:SHEN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screen-Shot-2026-02-25-at-2.38.26-am.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Gersha S":MAILTO:excursions@shen.org.au GEO:-33.8566099;151.1354701 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sydney Dance Company Neilson Studio Walsh Bay Arts precinct Dawes Point NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Walsh Bay Arts precinct:geo:151.1354701,-33.8566099 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260922T113000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260922T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T133123 CREATED:20251113T104310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T104310Z UID:10004613-1790076600-1790080200@shen.org.au SUMMARY:‘Macbeth' Tabletop Shakespeare @Sydney Opera House\, Tuesday 22nd September\, 11.30am DESCRIPTION:Sydney Opera House in conjunction with Forced Entertainment present \nTabletop Shakespeare: Macbeth\nShakespeare comes to life with miniature everyday objects \nFrom internationally renowned Forced Entertainment theatre company\, enter a playful pared-back world where Shakespeare’s most iconic stories are reimagined using only household objects and a tabletop. \nIn Table Top Shakespeare\, a jam jar might duel a shampoo bottle\, a cheese grater could plot revenge and a wooden spoon might fall in love—all in the space of up to an hour. \nGuided by a skilled narrator-performer\, students are drawn into the drama\, comedy and tragedy of Shakespeare’s classics in a fresh visual way that provides a new illumination on Shakespearian language and makes the stories feel anew. \nWith humour\, simplicity and imagination\, each performance invites students to rediscover well-known characters and plots in surprising and memorable ways. \nThese unique performances encourage students to think creatively\, explore symbolism and appreciate the power of storytelling with limited means. Ideal for secondary school audiences\, it highlights how theatre can thrive with nothing more than a table\, a few objects and a great story. \nForced Entertainment present for students a cavalcade of the classics Rome and Juliet\, Macbeth\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, and Hamlet. School groups may join us for only one performance or stay for a deep immersive morning of Shakespeare with 2-3 performances and a Q&A with the artists after the 1pm performance. \nWhat to expect\nStudents will experience: \n\nIconic stories are reimagined using only household objects and a tabletop. A jam jar might duel a shampoo bottle\, a cheese grater could plot revenge and a wooden spoon might fall in love!\nA narrator-performer\, humour\, simplicity and imagination.\nSymbolism and Shakespearean storytelling.\nA simple set and inventive use of everyday props.\n\nSubject areas: English\, Drama\, History\, Creative Arts. \nGeneral capabilities and cross-curriculum priorities:Literacy\, Critical and Creative Thinking\, Personal and Social Capability\, Intercultural Understanding. \nKey themes: Core Shakespearean themes such as power\, love\, revenge\, ambition\, identity\, loyalty\, fate and appearance vs reality are explored through playful reinterpretation and symbolic performance. \nAge recommendation: 11-18 years \nYOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS.  PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY.  (Please note: you can book both Tabletop Shakespeare sessions) \nIf you chose Companion Card ticket\, please email excursions@shen.org.au immediately after purchase with a copy of your Companion Card. URL:https://shen.org.au/event/macbeth-tabletop-shakespeare-sydney-opera-house-tuesday-22nd-september-11-30am/ LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Playhouse Theatre\, Bennelong Point\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:SHEN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_3292.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Gersha S":MAILTO:excursions@shen.org.au GEO:-33.856757;151.1328955 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sydney Opera House Playhouse Theatre Bennelong Point Sydney NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Bennelong Point:geo:151.1328955,-33.856757 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260922T130000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260922T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T133124 CREATED:20251113T105153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T105153Z UID:10004614-1790082000-1790085600@shen.org.au SUMMARY:‘Romeo and Juliet' Tabletop Shakespeare @Sydney Opera House\, 22nd September\, 1pm DESCRIPTION:Sydney Opera House in conjunction with Forced Entertainment present \nTabletop Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet\nShakespeare comes to life with miniature everyday objects \nFrom internationally renowned Forced Entertainment theatre company\, enter a playful pared-back world where Shakespeare’s most iconic stories are reimagined using only household objects and a tabletop. \nIn Table Top Shakespeare\, a jam jar might duel a shampoo bottle\, a cheese grater could plot revenge and a wooden spoon might fall in love—all in the space of up to an hour. \nGuided by a skilled narrator-performer\, students are drawn into the drama\, comedy and tragedy of Shakespeare’s classics in a fresh visual way that provides a new illumination on Shakespearian language and makes the stories feel anew. \nWith humour\, simplicity and imagination\, each performance invites students to rediscover well-known characters and plots in surprising and memorable ways. \nThese unique performances encourage students to think creatively\, explore symbolism and appreciate the power of storytelling with limited means. Ideal for secondary school audiences\, it highlights how theatre can thrive with nothing more than a table\, a few objects and a great story. \nForced Entertainment present for students a cavalcade of the classics Rome and Juliet\, Macbeth\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, and Hamlet. School groups may join us for only one performance or stay for a deep immersive morning of Shakespeare with 2-3 performances and a Q&A with the artists after the 1pm performance. \nWhat to expect\nStudents will experience: \n\nIconic stories are reimagined using only household objects and a tabletop. A jam jar might duel a shampoo bottle\, a cheese grater could plot revenge and a wooden spoon might fall in love!\nA narrator-performer\, humour\, simplicity and imagination.\nSymbolism and Shakespearean storytelling.\nA simple set and inventive use of everyday props.\n\nSubject areas: English\, Drama\, History\, Creative Arts. \nGeneral capabilities and cross-curriculum priorities:Literacy\, Critical and Creative Thinking\, Personal and Social Capability\, Intercultural Understanding. \nKey themes: Core Shakespearean themes such as power\, love\, revenge\, ambition\, identity\, loyalty\, fate and appearance vs reality are explored through playful reinterpretation and symbolic performance. \nAge recommendation: 11-18 years \nYOU MUST BE A SHEN MEMBER TO BOOK TICKETS.  PLEASE ONLY BOOK FOR YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY.  (Please note: you can book both Tabletop Shakespeare sessions) \nIf you chose Companion Card ticket\, please email excursions@shen.org.au immediately after purchase with a copy of your Companion Card. URL:https://shen.org.au/event/romeo-and-juliet-tabletop-shakespeare-sydney-opera-house-22nd-september-1pm/ LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Playhouse Theatre\, Bennelong Point\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:SHEN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shen.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG_3292.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Gersha S":MAILTO:excursions@shen.org.au GEO:-33.856757;151.1328955 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sydney Opera House Playhouse Theatre Bennelong Point Sydney NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Bennelong Point:geo:151.1328955,-33.856757 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR