Pottery Classes
There are classes for beginners to advanced students including after school for primary and secondary students. Classes are in traditional and contemporary hand building and wheelwork.
For more information and enrolments for Term Three phone Judy on 9719 7431.
Rock the Hill Committee
Rock the Hill is looking for members to help organise and run our drug and alcohol free music events.
We are looking for young people who are interested in;
- Booking bands
- Artwork and design for posters
- Promoting events
- Budgeting events
- Sound and lighting
- Backstage manager
- M.C
For more information phone Denzil Bentley on 9433 3327.
Play Around Theatre Company
Offers classes and groups for young people beginning or developing dramatic skills including improvisation, characterisation, script work, auditioning skills and confidence building. Classes are held in Youth Road, Eltham.
For more information phone Raelene on 0411 763 609.
Eltham Little Theatre
Eltham Little Theatre has a youth theatre program. They hold one production per year and also have some youth parts in their Music Hall at the end of the year. To be involved in the youth production, you must be at least 10 years of age and to be involved in the music hall production, you must be at least 16 years of age.
For more information visit the Eltham Little Theatre website.
Purely Pensive Productions
A performing arts production company established in the Diamond Valley area. They offer innovative weekly workshops for skills work, in conjunction with three productions a year. They offer cheap rates and their staff includes drama graduates from Melbourne, Deakin and LaTrobe universities, as well as industry recognised script writers, directors and television actors.
For more information visit the Purely Pensive Productions website.
Action Drama Studio
The drama classes cater for the individual needs of children, youth and adults in a supportive, positive environment. Primary class open from 10am-11am. Youth class starting Term 3, from 11am-12pm. Cost is $15 per class on a term fee basis.
For more information phone Suzanne Barr on 9431 3743 or 0430 334 808 or visit the Action Drama Studio website.
Eltham Uniting Church Hall, Corner John Street and Main Road, Eltham
FReeZA music industry workshops
FReeZA Central workshops will provide you with information on planning a career in the music business, plus the unique opportunity to meet industry pros and learn first hand about their day-to-day jobs. You can choose a workshop on performance, technical, event management, marketing and music business operations. Registration is free and includes a free lunch.
For more information phone 9380 1277 or visit the FReeZA Central website.
Hip hop music workshops
Want to make hip hop music? You can experience a hands on program covering: turntable scratching; beat mixing; introduction to the sequencer; CDJ techniques; mixing and mixing desks; recording, mixing down and burning CDs; beat juggling using different sources; missing styles to form a hybrid style; working with lyrics; live jamming techniques; and gear workshop. Course programs vary in length and are held weekly. All equipment is supplied.
For more information phone Simon on 0415 838 587.
Want to be involved in organising youth music events?
Fruitbowl Productions are looking for young people to be involved in their youth committee. Fruitbowl Youth Group members are responsible for the planning and delivery of all-ages, drug and alcohol free events within the Nillumbik shire. As a volunteer member, you will meet on a weekly basis and will undergo training in event management and publicity; which will provide you with the necessary skills and experience to run successful community youth event.
For more information phone Fuitbowl Productions on 9439 0222.
Jets Studios
JETS is the best-kept secret in Banyule for those who like to rock. It's a rehearsal and recording studio based at 2/24 The Concord, Bundoora and offers music, band rehearsals, recordings and accredited / non-accredited training programs for young people interested in the music industry. JETS also runs music/art-based respite programs TWANG and Saturday Sounds for teenagers with a disability. DrumKit and amp hire available.
For more information phone Jets on 9467 7152 or visit them at 2/24 The Concord, Bundoora.
Jets Studios: Saturday Sounds
Saturday Sounds is a music program for young people aged 13 - 17 years with a disability, living or going to school in Banyule, who love music and want to be involved in making music. Located at Jets Studios, Factory 2/24 The Concord, Bundoora. This program runs every Saturday during the school term from 10am - 2pm.
For more information phone Adam or Charlotte on 03 9467 7152.
Children's Art Classes
Following the success of the children's art classes held in 2008 and 2009, Montsalvat is hosting September school holidays and after-school Term four art classes. Qualified art teacher and art therapist Sue Begg brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Montsalvat, having taught school children and children of all abilities for the past 30 years. The classes will be geared towards primary aged children. Go along and learn to sketch, draw, paint and create! Classes will be held in Montsalvat's Gatehouse Studio and move outdoors, weather permitting.
For more information phone 9439 7712 or visit the Montsalvat website.
SYN FM
A Youth radio for young people, and run by young people. Launched in January 2003, SYN is proudly Melbourne's only independent youth media organisation. SYN broadcasts on one of the largest community radio licences in Victoria and can be heard throughout Melbourne, Geelong and in parts of regional Victoria on 90.7 FM. SYN is responsible for producing five hours of live youth television each week for Channel 31.
For more information phone 9925 4747 or visit the SYN FM website.
Twang: Holiday program
Twang is a school holiday program for creative expression in music and art. For young people aged 13 - 17 years with a disability, living or going to school in Banyule. Located at Jets Studios, Factory 2/24 The Concord, Bundoora.
For more information phone Adam or Charlotte on 03 9467 7152.
Animation Courses
Students start by looking at different styles of animation and explore the concept of animation using flip-books. After moving onto the computer the students create a collaborative animated short film using stop-motion photography and their own plasticine characters. For young people aged 10-15 years. Be sure to take a smock or old shirt. This class is limited to six places to ensure access to equipment. Held at the Manningham Arts Centre, Corner Glendale Ave and Foote Street, Templestowe during school terms.
For more information phone 9840 9381 or visit the Manningham Art Centre website.
Creative Arts Courses
Explore a variety of mediums including drawing, painting, printing, stencil, and collage with a qualified teacher therapist. This fun social class is designed to unleash students creativity, nurturing skills in a variety of media and techniques. Students individual style will blossom! Suitable for secondary students. Be sure to take a smock or old shirt. Held at the Manningham Arts Centre, Corner Glendale Ave and Foote Street, Templestowe during school terms.
For more information phone 9840 9381 or visit the Manningham Art Centre website.
Jewellery design
Jewellery making for all ages and skill levels. Suitable for beginner and experienced students. The course covers tools, wire work, and beading. Jewellery designer and tutor, Mel Rosenzweig, leads students through a range of basic to advanced design ideas, different techniques and mediums to create individual jewellery that is an expression of who you are. Each class begins with a demonstration and then students can move on to making something for themselves. Beads and tools will be available to purchase. There will be tools available to use should you not wish to purchase any. It is essential that all students have the use of both their hands and good eyesight. Be sure to take a apron or old shirt. Held at the Manningham Arts Centre, Corner Glendale Ave and Foote Street, Templestowe during school terms.
For more information phone 9840 9381 or visit the Manningham Art Centre website.
Young Women's Art Program
Would you like to learn music, write songs and be part of recording a CD in workshops with Abby Dobson from Leonardos Bride? Would you like to unleash your creativity in a relaxed environment, making art with other young women and artists from the Artful Dodgers Studios?
The Young Women's Art Program (YWART) is a creative and safe space for underemployed young women aged 15 to 28 years, to make art and music. YWART runs on Friday mornings, 10am to 12pm, at 1 Langridge Street, Collingwood. Morning tea is provided.
For more information or to book phone Penny on 9415 8700.
FIAB (Frog In A Blender)
FIAB has been around for 10 years. We try and do as many gigs as possible and learn as much about the music industry as a whole. Great friendships have been made in the committee and we always welcome new people to our group.
We have 20 people from 15 years to 23 years. At the moment there are a lot more boys than girls.
Events - People can expect a lot of loud music and a lot of people. We try and put on different types of events but mostly we do screamo/punk/metal gigs. We do what we can to make our gigs better than other ones such as providing good food, chill out room and friendly security.
Benefits - FReeZA is the only way bands in the area can get a gig and get started. For those that want to put on shows and be a part of the scene they can join the committee.
For more information on how to join FIAB phone Joe Toohey on 9459 9022.
Whittlesea FReeZA Committee - Queen takes Jack
If you are aged between 14-18 years old and are interested in joining a group that organises underage music events, please enquire about joining the FReeZA committee.
For more information phone Whittlesea Youth Services on 9404 8800.
