I started AWA in 2018 in response to numerous requests I received to start acting classes for young people again; I was the drama program coordinator at La Luna Youth Arts for ten years and I am currently an actor and training coordinator for TheatreiNQ. I have had over twenty years experience working in youth arts.

AWA runs a six week programme every school term; Munchkins [prep-yr2], Winkies [yrs3 & 4], Juniors [yrs5 & 6], Middies [yrs 7-9] and Seniors [yrs 10-12].

The classes focus specifically on acting training for young people – I modify professional actor training exercises for young people and choose age appropriate texts. Each class incorporates voice work, physical theatre work and performance (improvisation, mime and/or text).

AWA does not participate in the Townsville Eisteddfod or offer exam preparation – there are many studios in Townsville that offer this experience – our focus is purely on the craft of acting. AwA usually stages one large production each year involving all students from prep-yr 12. Students of AWA are also the first young people to be called upon if TheatreiNQ requires child actors for a production and last year AWA presented a short play at the Townsville City Council’s Carols by Candlelight.