Brainstorm Productions

01/04/2026

A look back to Harmony Week earlier this term! 💫

Eloise and Ryan performing Cyberia in Brisbane, and Hamish and Amy bringing The Human Race to life in Sydney; two programs focused on helping students navigate the world around them with greater awareness, empathy and confidence.

Cyberia supports secondary students in understanding online behaviour, social pressures and how to make safer, more informed choices in digital spaces. The Human Race focuses on respect, belonging and empathy, helping primary students build strong connections and supportive communities.

If you’d like to bring one of our programs to your school, visit the link here or in bio to learn more or secure your booking: https://www.brainstormproductions.edu.au/book-for-2026/

01/04/2026

Isobel and Jordan-Leigh are hard at work in Sydney learning the movement for The Human Race and The Hurting Game. We’re having so much fun working with these two awesome actors 💪🌟

Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes updates as our newest teams get ready to perform in schools next term!

26/03/2026

Today is World Theatre Day! 🎭

It’s a day to recognise the impact theatre has around the world; bringing stories to life, sparking conversations and connecting communities through performance.

Theatre is at the heart of what we do. Through live performances in schools, we use storytelling to help students explore important topics like resilience, empathy and online safety in a way that is engaging and relatable..

👉 If you’d like to learn more about World Theatre Day or explore resources connected to the day, visit the link here or in the bio:
https://www.world-theatre-day.org/

25/03/2026

We just came across this post from Abbotsleigh last year, with some great photos from Amy and Jordan’s performance of Verbal Combat. We can’t wait to perform for the students again this year!

25/03/2026

We know how important it is for young people to feel supported, heard and connected and so often, that support comes from their peers.

At the Conference last week, we heard how schools like are empowering students through student led wellbeing and peer-to-peer support.

Building these skills starts in the classroom; giving students the confidence, awareness and language to safely support a peer who may be struggling.

R U OK? offers a range of free classroom resources for Years K–12 to help guide these conversations: https://www.ruok.org.au

To explore our school programs or secure a booking for your school, visit the link in bio or get in touch with our team today here or via the link in bio: https://www.brainstormproductions.edu.au/book-for-2026/

[Image Description: Annie standing in front of a colourful wall mural at Blackwood High School in South Australia during a Brainstorm Productions visit.]

20/03/2026

Today marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

It’s a day that reminds us to acknowledge the reality of racism, and the role we all play in challenging it; in our schools, communities and everyday conversations.

If you’d like to learn more or access resources, visit the link here or linked in bio:
https://www.un.org/en/observances/end-racism-day

19/03/2026

🎭 Today is World Day of Theatre for Children & Young People.

Led globally by , this day celebrates the unique power of theatre to connect with young audiences and inspire imagination, empathy and understanding.

Each year, the day carries a global message highlighting the importance of young people having access to meaningful cultural and artistic experiences. In 2026, the theme centres on the vital role theatre plays in helping young people explore ideas, express themselves and feel seen in the world around them.

Theatre gives children and young people the chance to see their stories reflected on stage, to engage with big ideas in a safe space, and to connect through shared experiences. It sparks creativity, builds empathy and opens up conversations that matter.

🌍 Learn more about the day and the global movement here or via the link in bio:
👉 assitej-international.org

19/03/2026

It’s Harmony Week! 🧡

This is a great opportunity to have conversations with students about belonging and inclusiveness, and how we can all contribute to more respectful classrooms, playgrounds, communities and online spaces.

19/03/2026

Thank you Loreto Normanhurst! It was a privilege to perform for your students 🌟

19/03/2026

Check out our article on the PDHPE Teachers' Association blog!

📢✨ New Blog Alert!

“From the Stage to the Classroom: Bringing PDHPE to Life through the Arts” is now live on the PDHPETA website.

Dr Ameika Johnson, registered clinical psychologist, shares how Brainstorm Productions uses live educational theatre 🎭 to support PDHPE teachers navigating bullying, online safety and wellbeing.

With 40+ years’ experience and 260,000+ students reached annually, Brainstorm sparks meaningful conversations, builds empathy 💬 and helps bring complex topics to life in the classroom.

📖 Read the full blog here 👉 https://pdhpeta.com.au/

18/03/2026

New from the ; practical guidance on supporting digital literacy for under-16s. 💻

This page provides resources to help young people build the skills they need to manage their social media use when they turn 16. This includes thinking critically about what they see online, understanding risk, recognising unsafe situations, and seeking help when things don't feel right.

👉 Read the full article for resources and ideas here or via the link in bio:
https://www.esafety.gov.au/educators/supporting-digital-literacy-for-under-16s