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Three stages, one program
Every student moves through the same program at the right pace for their age. Pick a stage below to see what a term looks like.
Basic stage skills, verbal development and creative storytelling. Students build confidence speaking and performing in front of an audience for the first time.
Book a Stage One trialBuilds on Stage One skills with more detailed script work, original devised pieces and stronger character development.
Book a Stage Two trialMonologues, duologues and in-depth characterisation. Improvisation is used as a technique for story development and script writing.
Book a Stage Three trialPerformance skills for everyday life
Every class is written and developed in-house, with a focus on verbal communication that shows up well beyond the stage.
Known by name
Classes are capped at 20 students with a teacher and an assistant, so every child gets seen and supported.
Learning through play
Skills are built through games and improvisation, not drills, so students learn by doing and don't notice the practice as practice.
Our own curriculum
Staff write and develop the program themselves, tailored to Bendigo students rather than a franchise script.
Speech, not just stagecraft
Every lesson builds verbal communication and speech skills alongside performance technique.
A safe space to try
A respectful, positive environment where trying something new and getting it wrong is part of learning.
A fresh friend group
Students meet kids from other schools, widening their social circle outside the regular school day.
Term dates and what to expect
Real text, not a screenshot, so it is easy to read on a phone and easy for us to keep current.
| Term | Dates | |
|---|---|---|
| 2026, Term 3 | 13 Jul – 18 Sep | Add to calendar |
| 2026, Term 4 | 6 Oct – 4 Dec | Add to calendar |
| 2027, Term 1 | 1 Feb – 25 Mar | Add to calendar |
| 2027, Term 2 | 12 Apr – 18 Jun | Add to calendar |
What happens each term
- Stage One and Two perform an in-studio drama day for family and friends, seating is limited.
- Stage Three students bring a parent along to play in a regular class.
- Every student performs once a year at the Capital Theatre, Bendigo. Tickets go on sale in October.
A stage for every kid to find their voice
Weekly drama classes in Bendigo for ages 5 to 16. Improvisation, voice and script work that builds confidence on stage and off it.
Props Theatre is a progressive drama program of 1 hour weekly classes which includes; improvisation techniques for theatre, mime essentials, soundtrack art, various scripted plays and specialised training in voice work for performance.
The program rewards commitment to the program and supports students to reach their individual goals for ages 5 - 16 within our regular program. Our program has a real focus on verbal communication, developing speech skills in every lesson.
Each lesson is full of laughter, new skills and many students thrive on the fresh friend base being in a drama class with students of different schools. We always have fun and the classes have a respectful and positive attitude towards involvement, accepting others creativity and being professionals on the stage at the end of the year at the Capital Theatre, Bendigo.
Props Theatre focuses on respectful, safe spaces for students to learn and explore their own creativity and grow their confidence
Performance skills are not just for the stage but for everyday life
From the studio and the stage
A rotating mix of class photos and the Backstage Video Series, pulled straight from recent terms.
What parents and students say
"My daughter went from refusing to speak up in class to volunteering for the lead role. The teachers know every kid by name."
Parent, Stage Two family
"He looks forward to Tuesdays more than anything else in his week. It's the highlight, every single time."
Parent, Stage One family
"Performing at the Capital Theatre at the end of the year made all the practice feel real. I was proud of myself."
Student, Stage Three
Schools, teachers and more
In-school drama workshops
Bring the Props program into your classroom. Workshops are built around the same curriculum used in our studio, adapted to your students and timetable.
Enquire about the schools programBook the studio
Our Mitchell Street studio is available to hire for rehearsals, workshops and small events outside of class hours.
Check availabilityProfessional development
Hands-on PD sessions for classroom teachers, building drama and games-based techniques you can use to lift engagement in any subject.
See upcoming PD sessionsScripts, games and lesson plans
Original scripts, drama games and ready-to-run lesson plans from our own curriculum, written for classroom and studio teachers to buy and use directly.
Browse the shopAlready enrolled? Everything's in one place.
The members' area replaces the old QR-code payment slip and the one-form-per-child enrolment page. Enrol, pay and check attendance in the same account.
Go to members' area- Enrol or re-enrol for next term in a few minutes
- Pay by card or direct debit, see your payment history
- Report an absence before class starts
- Get term reminders and show ticket links by email