The Gippsland Performing Arts Centre (GPAC) have programmed two children’s workshops over the Winters School Holidays which are great for all kids, but especially helpful for young children who have anxiety, or need some scaffolding to help express themselves fully. They are also wonderful at helping to develop social skills and cooperation.

Sparrow Eats a Dinosaur (Ages 5 to 8). Thursday July 4, 10am to 12pm.

This is a Shadow Play Workshop, where children get to create stories behind the shadow screen and are also encouraged to tell stories in front of the screen.

Mouse Swallows Elephant (Ages 9 – 12). Friday July 5, 10am to 12pm

This is a Shadow Play Workshop that also utilises the shadow puppets to build confidence, and focuses on developing ‘fine motor skills’ through the making (with assistance) of puppets.

Parents can book by visiting the GPAC webpage: https://www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/gpac/home
Or the Box Office: 03 5176 3333.