Powerhouse Youth Theatre (PYT) is proud to launch the interACT Kit, an online resource designed to assist those who want to work in integrated performance settings.

The kit includes workshop plans and case studies from organisations and disability services across regional and metropolitan New South Wales with experiences of working in an integrated performance setting.

“We are very excited about the launch of the interACT Resource Kit.” said Claudia Chidiac, Artistic Director PYT, “It provided a platform to highlight and acknowledge existing projects and practitioners in NSW for the great work they have achieved.”

The kit was created to raise awareness and celebrate the work going on in the field of integrated performance and to assist those who may want to work in the field with tools and techniques to get started.

interACT is available to read online, or for free download as a PDF, Word document or Large Print Word document.

interACT was created by Powerhouse Youth Theatre in association with the Western Sydney Branch of Accessible Arts. This project was made possible with support from Matana Foundation. PYT receives core support from Australia Council for the Arts, Community Arts NSW and Fairfield City Council.

MEDIA CONTACT

Claudia Chidiac, Artistic Director
claudia@pyt.com.au | 02 9724 6077

For more information, visit pyt.com.au and interactresource.com.au
interACT Resource Kit will be available to download on interactresource.com.au

Click here to download the media release

Janet is a young woman with dreams: She loves to dance tango. She loves high heels. She loves to travel. But something happens to her, and in one defining moment, the world as she knows it changes forever. Janet finds herself lying in a hospital bed unable to walk, unable to talk … only able to mutter the words “I love You”.

This is a story of a young woman who defies expectations to pursue her own dreams.

You are invited to attend a 25-minute performance of I Love You, by Janet Diane. In 2008 Janet began to write her first performance based on her own real life experiences as a young woman who lives with a disability. She is now at the second stage of creating her performance and would like to share it with you.

When Friday 4 December 2009
Where PYT, School of Arts, 19 Harris St Fairfield
Time 7.00pm
Cost FREE! (Bookings essential)

For bookings or information, please contact Claudia at PYT on 9724 6077 or claudia@pyt.com.au

Light refreshments will be available after the performance
There will be a free Tango lesson by professional dancer Yamila Falcon!

Director Tanya Dickson
Writer/ Devisors Janet Diane, Craig Anderson and Lina Kastoumis
Performers/Devisors Janet Diane, Yamila Falcon, Alvaro Gonzalez
Set/Costume design Felicity Boath
Sound & Lighting design Jo-Anna Meth

This project is a recipient of Accessible Arts Small Grants funding and takes place as a part of Don’t DIS My ABILITY celebrations.

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Article in Fairfield Advance

PYT’s existing team are flying the coop for various new opportunities, but want to see the jobs going to awesome and energetic people who understand the needs of young people, communities and small, not-for-profit arts companies.

PYT engages with young people from across the region to create new, innovative and inclusive performing arts opportunities led by collaborative processes and participation.

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ROUGH CUTS OCTOBER 31st “VIETLISH PRESENTS”

DISCUSSION FORUM: Film-making in the Vietnamese diaspora

Team Vietlish: Joseph Hieu Dinh & Maria Tran presents a night of film screening celebrating the emerging Vietnamese film industry both local and internationally.

The night begins with the screening of digital storytelling projects made from recent community project, Vietnamese Stories & Vietnamese Storycubes. These are short video clips made by a number of Vietnamese youths living in Western Sydney, focusing on culture and identity.

This will be followed by a discussion forum led by Vietlish regarding the current trends of the Vietnamese diaspora film industry, particularly focusing on recent films, The Rebel (Charlie Nguyen), Passport to Love (Victor Vu) and Footy Legends (Khoa Do).

Special feature for the night is the screening of Journey from the Fall (Vuot Song). This film was directed by Academy Award winning nominee Ham Tran (‘The Anniversary’) and acknowledged with more than 14 awards. Inspired by actual events, this Vietnamese (with English subtitles) film follows one family’s post-Vietnam war struggle for freedom. Stars Long Nguyen, Diem Lien and renowned international actress Kieu Chinh (‘Joy Luck Club’).

Joseph Hieu Dinh said: “This will be a great opportunity to discuss about the current market and how film acts as a medium that empowers storytelling, thereby encapsulating history, cultural and identity issues.”

Maria Tran said: “In the recent years there’s been an explosion of independent Vietnamese films around the globe that has received widespread attention and accolades awards. It’s exciting to see such success amongst independent and culturally diverse film makers who went against the grain.”

Bookings essential.

Time: 7pm
Date: Saturday 31 October 2009
Location: Fairfield School of Arts, 19 Harris Street, Fairfield NSW 2165
Cost: FREE

RSVP & MEDIA ENQUIRIES: Joseph Dinh – 0411637514 info@vietlishentertainment.com

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1. Clowning & Street Theatre

Explore aspects of clowning & street theatre through mime, comedy & improvisation. Develop an individual clown character and face based on your own personal style. Classes start with basic skills then move on to advanced topics of prop comedy and skits/scenes.

WHERE: Fairfield School of Arts Building; 19 Harris St. Fairfield 2165
WHEN: Saturdays 2pm-5pm
Starting 3rd October (6 sessions)
COST: FREE!
PLACES: 20

2. Puppetry with Circus Solarus

No socks in hands! Design and make wearable outdoor puppets.

WHERE: Fairfield School of Arts Building; 19 Harris St. Fairfield 2165
WHEN: Saturdays 12.30pm-5pm
Starting 14th November (3 sessions)
COST: FREE!
PLACES: 10

CALL 9724 6077 to REGISTER or email wareabouts@pyt.com.au

DATE & TIME: 12, 13, 14 October 2009; 9.30am – 12.30pm
(Breaks included. Please bring snacks!)

WHERE: Fairfield School of Arts,19 Harris St. Fairfield

AGE: 8 – 12 year olds

PLACES: 15

COST: FREE

TUTOR: Mark Lagana

REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 5TH OCTOBER

For further information, bookings or enquiries contact Alan at PYT on (02) 9724 6077 or workshops(AT)pyt.com.au

Download Registration Form Here

Crazy School

Peace and war

DATE & TIME: 12, 13 October 2009; 10am – 1pm

WHERE: Blacktown Arts Centre, 78 Flushcombe Rd, BLACKTOWN 2148

AGE: 8 – 12 yr. olds

PLACES: 14

COST: $20

TUTOR: Nelio Sam

BOOKINGS THROUGH: Blacktown Arts Centre
Ph: 9839 6558
Email: artscentre@blacktown.nsw.gov.au

REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 5TH OCTOBER 2009

A fun improvisational class; where kids get to explore loads of different scenes and situations. Your child will be in the driver’s seat and lead the improvisation to great heights. It’s an adventurous way to spend the school holidays and helps build your child’s self-esteem and self-confidence. All classes are run by tutors in the industry.

DATE & TIME: 5, 6 October 2009; 10am – 12pm

WHERE: Connect Studios, Cnr. Church & Darcy St. PARRAMATTA 2150

AGE: 6-8 yr. olds

PLACES: 10

COST: $25

REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 28TH SEPTEMBER 2009

For further information, bookings or enquiries contact Alan at PYT on (02) 9724 6077 or workshops(AT)pyt.com.au

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DATE & TIME: 13, 14, 15 October 2009; 2pm – 5pm

WHERE: Fairfield School of Arts, 19 Harris Street FAIRFIELD 2165

AGE: 15 – 20 yr. olds

PLACES: 12

COST: $45

REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 6TH OCTOBER 2009

For further information, bookings or enquiries contact Alan at PYT on (02) 9724 6077 or workshops(AT)pyt.com.au

Download Registration Form Here