Drama Workshops for ages 5+. FREE trials available for all classes.

After-School

Drama Workshops

No one does drama like Tantrum.

Tantrum’s weekly after-school drama classes in Merewether and Rathmines are designed for young people looking to spark their creativity, share their ideas, connect with others, and engage in play. Our workshops are playful, non-competitive environments where young people are encouraged to express and, above all, be themselves.

At Tantrum, we are leaders in youth-led creative practice – we support and empower young people to take ownership of the creative process. They investigate, interrogate and explore the world around them through play and performance making. We don’t just train actors – we nurture makers, story-tellers, critical thinkers and artists.

We play with purpose.

Registrations are open now.

Timetable

MEREWETHER

Ages 9-12: Thursdays 4.00 pm – 5.30 pm
Ages 13-17: Tuesdays 4.00 pm – 5.30 pm

RATHMINES

Ages 8-12: Wednesdays 4.00 pm – 5.30 pm

If these days don’t work for your family, let us know by joining our waitlist. If there is enough interest, we will open a new workshop.

Price

Our after-school drama workshops are $275/term*

*price is correct at time of publishing.

2025 Term Dates

Term 1

10 February – 11 April (9 weeks)

Term 2

28 April – 4 July (10 weeks)

Term 3

21 July – 26 September (10 weeks)

Term 4

13 October – 12 December (9 weeks)

What does a Tantrum Workshop look like?

Tantrum believes that a workshop cohort should follow their own curiosity and ideas. Facilitators follow the lead of the cohort, so every workshop is different. Activities might include:

- - - - drama games
        
        performance and improvisation
        
        story-telling
        
        character development
        
        writing
        
        devising scenes
        
        design
        
        …and so much more!

Workshops are delivered by experienced artists and facilitators. Our facilitators have current First Aid and Youth Mental Health First Aid training, and current NSW Working With Children Checks.

Click to read our social stories to find out more about what to expect when you come to a Tantrum after-school workshop.

How to Enrol

Enrol online for Tantrum’s weekly drama workshops through our online portal. Once you click on a workshop below you will be taken to the Tantrum Youth Arts Portal and will need to create a log in. You can download a quick guide to getting started on the Tantrum Online Portal here.

Please get in touch if you have any difficulties creating your log in or completing an online enrolment.

Once you complete your enrolment(s) you will receive an invoice for workshop fees prior to the start of Term. Fees can be paid via credit/debit card and direct deposit.

Discounts and Payment Options

We accept Creative Kids Vouchers. You can redeem your voucher after you enrol. Information about how to do this is provided in your enrolment confirmation email.

We offer flexible payment plans to all families. Information on how to set up a payment plan is provided in your enrolment confirmation email.

We offer discounts for multiple siblings. 10% off for 2 siblings, 20% off for 3 siblings, 25% off for 4 siblings or more. These discounts are applied to your invoices automatically.

OPEN Scholarships are available for young people experiencing disadvantage. Find out more here.

Tantrum’s Lake Mac Workshops are supported by Lake Macquarie City Council.