Incursion Program
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Professional artists/performers from diverse cultural backgrounds, deliver live, interactive incursions to encourage intercultural dialogue in a fun, flexible way. Our incursions are suitable for Drama, Theatre, Music, English, LOTE, SOSE, Human Movement, Cultural Studies and many more! |
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Cultural Infusion's Incursion Program is designed to encourage harmony, diversity and inclusiveness by helping students understand other cultures and appreciate other people's belief and lifestyles through lively interaction. Browse through the programs below to choose a program that best suits your curriculum outcomes, or choose five of the programs below for a Multicultural All Day program. |
List of Programs
From African traditions comes an exciting program that immerses the audience in rhythm. In African society, music is an indispensable element in social and religious rites. These percussion workshops enable participants of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to experience the pulsating rhythms and instruments of Africa for themselves!
(2 performers)
minimum of 150 students
Developed by African slaves at least 400 years ago as a form of self defence disguised as dance, Capoeira has been handed down through generations in urban Brazil. Capoeira is an exciting sport mixing fighting, dancing and music. The emphasis is not on how well you perform, but on how much energy you commit to trying!
(3+ performers)
minimum of 150 students
The Balinese "Cendrawasih Dance" represents the freedom enjoyed by the beautiful wild birds of the forest while they fly and splash in the water spring. Cendrawasih means 'Bird of Paradise', and the dance depicts the atmosphere surrounding the birds’ courtship display.
(2 performers)
minimum of 140 students
With many years experience, this engaging choir will take you on a wonderful journey through the folklore of Italy. Be enchanted by their traditional songs, stories and dances, enhanced by engaging background stories.
(10 performers)
minimum of 150 students
Discover the exotic world of Belly dance as Belyssa shimmies her way into your classroom. This colourful, fun and educational show entails live Belly dance and music performances using a variety of traditional instruments, costumes and props. Interactive games and stories are used to teach the children Belly dance moves and rhythms and the significance of music and dance in Middle Eastern culture.
(2 performers)
minimum of 140 students