From our Artistic Directors Cate Blanchett and Andrew Upton
Experiencing theatre, the alchemy of words, image and action, for the first time can be a life changing event. We certainly remember our first taste of theatre and from then on were hooked. Sydney Theatre Company is honoured to create this magical moment for our young audiences, and to be the caretakers of their ongoing theatrical experiences through STC Ed’s program of productions, workshops, resources and outreach programs.
STC Ed’s 2010 will entertain and delight with the highest quality works created by us, and on offer from around Australia, suitable for every student in NSW.
STC Ed is a big part of STC and we’re thrilled about welcoming you to the theatre very soon.
Cate Blanchett & Andrew Upton
Artistic Directors
About STC Ed
Sydney Theatre Company’s program for young people, STC Ed, is the most comprehensive commitment made by any State theatre company in Australia. It’s critical to us and it’s a source of great pride.
From its earliest beginnings in 1987, STC Ed has evolved to:
• A season of five full-scale productions created by some of Australia’s leading theatre artists (general public welcome!);
• Annual commissioning of new Australian work for young audiences;
• Touring to regional and inter-state locations;
• Residencies for aspiring young playwrights;
• Performances in schools across NSW;
• Wide-ranging Student Workshops;
• Investment in NSW teachers through unique professional learning programs.
Our exciting work in STC Ed is achieved through the generous philanthropic partners and individuals who support us through the STC Foundation. We thank them for ensuring STC Ed continues into the future and young people will always have a chance to experience the wonderment of theatre.
STC ED THANKS
STC Ed would not be possible without the invaluable support of the following individuals and organisations.
STC Ed Patrons
Ian & Min Darling
The Caledonia Foundation
Simon & Catriona Mordant
STC Foundation
STC Ed Supporters
The Girgensohn Foundation
The Gonski Foundation
STC Foundation
Each year the STC Foundation enables STC to produce work devised specifically for young people and give emerging theatre practitioners a place to develop their work.
You can be part of all of this by making a tax deductible gift to the STC Foundation. We acknowledge all our donors over $100 on our website and invite them to take part in a priority booking period for every subscription season.
You can donote to the STC Foundation today by calling (02) 9250 1717 or emailing foundation@sydneytheatre.com.au