"Waru- Journey of the Small Turtle" is an interactive and immersive introduction to Torres Strait Islander culture and dance for 3–7 year olds. Created by former Bangarra Artistic Director, Stephen Page, together with Hunter Page-Lochard and Bangarra alumni Dancers and Choreographers Sani Townson and Elma Kris, Waru provides teachers, parents and care-givers with a unique opportunity to open up conversations about climate change, caring for the environment and the traditional cultural values of respect and reciprocity.
Bus departs ELC: 9:45am
Bus arrives Canberra Theatre: 10:05am
Bus departs Canberra Theatre: 11:30am
Bus arrives ELC: 11:50am
Anticipated number of children attending: 88
Anticipated number of Educators and volunteers: 13 educators, and 6 adult volunteers.
While on excursions, ratios are maintained at or below 1:6 for PK & 1:5 for PS.
Children and adults must wear seat belts if the bus has them fitted as per the ACT road rules.
A risk assessment has been prepared and is available for all excursions.