Bit of This, Bit of That – A Sharing of Wisdom
A 2–3 Hour Workshop for Senior Drama Students

Venue: Drama Room, Theatre

Two extraordinary artists.
Two very different journeys.
One unforgettable experience.

Join Barbara Lowing – one of Australia’s most celebrated actresses – and Clint Bolster – an internationally acclaimed clown and physical theatre artist – for a rare, intergenerational exchange of stories, skills, and wisdom.

Through candid conversation, live demonstration, and hands-on activities, Barbara and Clint invite students into the worlds of stagecraft, creativity, resilience, and the art of being human. This is an inspiring, energising, and deeply personal encounter with two masters of their craft.

Students will discover:

• Unlocking authentic performance, presence, and voice
• Harnessing comedy and drama to connect, provoke, and inspire
• Real-world insights into building a creative career in Australia and abroad
• Lessons learned from decades on stage, in rehearsal rooms, and on tour

With over 65 years of combined experience across theatre, television, film, and international touring, Barbara and Clint create a generous and engaging space — perfect for senior students preparing to take their next big leap.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES

THE ARTS – DRAMA (Years 11–12):

• Exploration of non-realist forms, including physical theatre, clowning, and intergenerational storytelling.
• Application of ensemble and improvisational techniques to create dynamic performances exploring personal, cultural, and collective experiences.
• Analysis of the actor’s craft in relation to text, subtext, and physicality.
• Reflection on the relationship between performer and audience in building emotional engagement and resilience.

ENGLISH (Years 11–12):

• Develop advanced oral communication skills for engaging and influencing audiences.
• Analyse and evaluate live performance as a mode of storytelling and persuasion.
• Apply narrative and dramatic conventions to create compelling original works.
• Reflect critically on the interplay between language, gesture, and subtext.

HPE (Years 11–12):

• Study of wellbeing frameworks focusing on resilience, emotional regulation, mindfulness, and building positive social support systems.
• Application of positive psychology principles through laughter, empathy, and community-building activities.
• Examination of self-awareness and emotional intelligence in performance contexts.

CREATIVE INDUSTRIES / EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

• Insight into diverse career pathways in theatre, television, film, festivals, education, and community arts.
• Understanding freelance and project-based employment in the creative sector.
• Networking and collaboration skills for industry sustainability.
• Exploration of how transferable skills (communication, adaptability, innovation) can be applied across multiple industries.

GENERAL CAPABILITIES (Years 11–12):

Personal and Social Capability

• Develop resilience, initiative, empathy, and adaptability through collaborative, improvisational, and performance-based experiences.
• Build confidence in expressing thoughts, emotions, and individuality through live performance.

Critical and Creative Thinking

• Develop divergent thinking and problem-solving strategies through improvisation and collaborative creation.
• Adapt quickly to changing circumstances with creative flexibility.

Ethical Understanding

• Reflect on the power of kindness, inclusion, and human connection in strengthening personal and collective wellbeing.
• Consider ethical choices in storytelling and representation.

STYLE / FORM:

• Physical Theatre and Clowning
• Improvisational Play
• Non-verbal and Expressive Movement
• Storytelling through Body and Gesture
• Ensemble Creation and Group Dynamics

Devised by: Clint Bolster & Barbara Lowing