WESTERN AUSTRALIA - Cultural Infusion · Celebrate cultural diversity with a choice of 5 programs. Explore one culture in depth or travel the world with a program from each continent

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

2018

www.culturalinfusion.org.au

PerformancesArtists in Residence

School IncursionsWorkshops

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CEO Message ABOUT US

Program/Duration Price Number of Students

50 minutes$6 + GST

(per student)150 minimum

All-Day$13 + GST

(per student)150 minimum

All-Day(Multicultural)

$13 + GST(per student)

300 minimum

30 minutes(Pre-Primary)

$300 + GST(per class)

30 Maximum

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Email us at [email protected]

View all available programs at www.culturalinfusion.org.au

About our school programsCultural Infusion brings presenters from diverse cultural backgrounds to

schools around Australia. We reach rural and urban areas and regularly tour our

programs to make sure everybody has the opportunity to experience and value

cultural diversity. We offer programs for Pre-School, Primary and Secondary

levels and with 120+ programs we address a range of curriculum areas.

Program fees

In addition to the program fees stated in this brochure, a travel fee may

be charged to schools located outside the metropolitan area to cover

additional accommodation and transportation costs.

Minimum student numbers

Programs can run for less than the minimum student numbers,

however the minimum fee will usually still apply. You are encouraged

to combine with other schools in your area in order to boost your

numbers. We know that some schools will have needs that do not fit

neatly into our usual categories, so please feel free to call us, and we

will endeavour to assist, or to tailor programs to suit your needs.

We are very proud to announce that Cultural Infusion is now an official partner

of the Australian National Commission for UNESCO, representing the United

Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization in Australia.

At Cultural Infusion, we strive to realise our vision of a world that is culturally

and socially cohesive, and that values the richness of our collective cultural

heritage. We have always advocated the importance of intercultural education,

a sentiment that is now being echoed across the education sector.

The new Australian Curriculum emphasise that “intercultural understanding

assists young people to become responsible local and global citizens, equipped

through their education for living and working in an interconnected world.”

For many years we have worked hard with school communities and cultural

presenters to deliver engaging programs, and have now become the number

one cultural incursion provider in Australia. But we know that this is only the

beginning, and are always working to improve our program offerings.

Our latest innovation is Ancestry Atlas, a powerful digital tool for mapping

the cultural diversity of a population and is designed to develop Intercultural

Understanding from K-12. Discover more at Ancestryatlas.com.

Peter Mousaferiadis

Founder of Cultural Infusion

Associate of UNESCO Chair in Interreligious and Intercultural Relations-Asia-Pacific


Arts & Music

Health & Physical

Education

Maths &Science

LanguagesWellbeing& Student

Engagment

History, Civics & Citizenship

Intercultural Understanding

Disclaimer: Program information in this brochure is current at the time of publishing, however unforeseen changes may occur including costs, tour dates, individual performers and groups.

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TABLE OF CONTENTsCONNECTING TO YOUR CURRICULUM

CALENDAR

INDIGENOUS PROGRAMS

MULTICULTURAL DAY

ASIAN PROGRAMS

ASIAN / MIDDLE EASTERN PROGRAMS

AMERICAS PROGRAMS

AFRICAN PROGRAMS

EUROPEAN PROGRAMS

ANCESTRY ATLAS AND JOKO’S WORLD

Connecting to your curriculum Intercultural Understanding is a General Capability in the Australian Curriculum

in which students learn to recognise and value their own cultural perspectives

and those of others, develop respect and empathy for diverse cultural

practices, and reflect on intercultural experiences critically.

• LANGUAGES: Students learn that communicating in a different language

also involves communicating between different cultures and ways of

knowing. Intercultural Understanding is integral to communicating in

diverse contexts and developing global citizenship.

• THE ARTS: Through engagement with art forms from culturally diverse

sources students appreciate and consider different identities, practices

and perspectives. Students explore their own positions as audiences,

artists and performers exploring new sounds, images and beliefs.

• GEOGRAPHY, HISTORY AND HASS: Students learn about the lives, places,

values, cultures and beliefs of people around the world. By exploring

Australia’s history, Indigenous cultures past and present, national identity

and cultural heritage students discover the value of cultural diversity and

learn to communicate across cultures.

• SCIENCE: Our ‘Science Communicator’ programs highlight the

contributions that diverse cultural perspectives have played in shaping

human progress and the development of scientific knowledge. Students

recognise that it takes culturally diverse teams of scientists to tackle global

issues.

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Special events we cater for

Holi Festival

Harmony Day

ANZAC Day

National Reconciliation Week

Refugee Week

Naidoc Week

Bastille Day

Book Week

Indigenous Literacy Day

Indigenous Peoples’ Day

National Children’s Week

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Western Creation

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All Day / 150 students min.

50 minutes / 150 students min.

Indigenous touring Programs

Indigenous Infusion with Western CreationSchools can choose from two

workshops. Where the students enter

the world of Dreamtime Storytelling

& receive an overview of Indigenous

Cultures by an Elder. Alternatively,

students get on their feet for a Dance

& Didgeridoo experience.

With 20 years experience in schools, Western Creation is one of Australia’s

most popular and inspiring indigenous groups - promoting reconciliation, racial

tolerance and understanding between all Australians.

Enormously popular, the Aboriginal For A Day program engages closely with

students and delivers a genuinely passionate experience with storytelling, face

painting, art, dance and didgeridoo. Students rotate in groups, led by our three

talented presenters, before coming together for a final celebration.

“All our students were engaged and while they were pushed outside of their

comfort zones, they all seemed very confident and comfortable to get involved.

The presenters were amazing..”

- Jayde Duffield-Werner, Drouin Secondary College, VIC -

Aboriginal For a DayAboriginal For A Day will immerse

students in Australian Indigenous

culture. This interactive program

encompasses storytelling, face

painting, arts, traditional dance and

a didgeridoo musical showcase.

30 minutes / 30 students max.

Kinder DreamingThe Kinder Dreaming incursion is

an adapted early learning tool for

your young ones. This program

will introduce your students to

Australian Indigenous culture with

Western Creation presenter Tristan

Harris. Tristan delivers an interactive

program showcasing face-painting

and a game of musical didge, or

copycat, accompanied by live

didgeridoo. Pre-primary program



Below is an example timetable for your Multicultural All-Day Program

TIME GROUP 1 GROUP 2

10:00 am – 10:25 amPROGRAM 1

Cool CapoeiraPROGRAM 2

Bollywood Infusion

10:35 am – 11:00 amPROGRAM 2

Bollywood InfusionPROGRAM 1

Cool Capoeira

11:00 am – 11:30 am RECESS

11:35 am – 12:00 pmPROGRAM 3

African Dance & DrummingPROGRAM 4

Hip Hop infusion

12:10 pm – 12:35 pmPROGRAM 4

Hip Hop infusionPROGRAM 3

African Dance & Drumming

12:35 pm – 1:35 pm LUNCH

1:40 pm – 2:30 pmPROGRAM 5Spirit of Bali

Two reasonably sized venues are required with access to power.A four group timetable is scheduled for more than 400 students.

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Ideal for large groups of students, the Multicultural All Day program offers

students a global experience for one whole day. Celebrate cultural diversity

with a choice of 5 programs. Explore one culture in depth or travel the world

with a program from each continent. You can choose any program to suit your

cultural or linguistic units.

Students rotate between four programs (25 minute sessions), then come

together to finish and celebrate the day in one 50 minute program.

A perfect program for Harmony week.

“ It is a fabulous program which I would recommend to any school. The children

enjoyed every performance and were amazed by the talented artists. Thank you.” - Helena Valley Primary school -




Martial ArtsExplore the art, culture and history

of your choice of Chinese or Korean

martial arts.

Delivered by top martial arts

professionals, these workshops have

students practicing movements and

techniques while exploring their

historical origins, influences and the

cultural beliefs behind them.

Expect acrobatics, music, traditional

implements and weapons!


Chinese Dance & ArtsStudents engage in an interactive

workshop with a stunning

performance and cultural

presentation that covers a variety

of traditional Chinese dances. The

program provides an insight into the

ancient world of Chinese culture,

through a vivid display of colour,

music and creativity.


Spirit of BaliThe Spirit of Bali is an immersive

experience, wherecstudents will learn

the tradition and culture surrounding

the colourful Cendrawasih dance

(named after Indonesian’s Tropical

Birds of Paradise). Students are

taught the origin of the dance, its

significiance in Balinese culture,

some of the dances steps, and

basic Indonesian language used

throughout the dance.


Classical Indian DanceImmerse your students in the

mystical culture of ancient India,

as they learn the movements of a

classical dance from the South of

India—set to the sound of classical

instruments and Sanskrit chants.

Students will love the colourful

costumes and jewellery and be in

awe as the most intricate movements

are made to seem effortless.


Chinese Lion DanceThe Chinese Lion Dance brings good

fortune, prosperity and longevity

whenever it is performed! As well

as gaining an insight into an ancient

culture, students will love the

vibrancy, energy and music of the

Chinese Lion Dance, an art form that

dates back to the 12th century.

Asian programs


Indonesian InfusionBe captivated by the country and

customs of Indonesia! Discover

the different geographical regions

and their cultural practices spread

out across the islands. Engage your

students in this fun and interactive

workshop that concludes with a

group dance and music performance.



Asian/Middle eastern Programs

Middle Eastern InfusionIntroduce your students to the

mysterious and exotic world of

the belly dancer. Students will love

the colour and movement of this

high-energy program. Suitable for all

ages and abilities, students will learn

a fun belly dance routine and the

traditional meaning behind some of

its movements.


Preschool BollywoodPreschool Bollywood cheerfully

disregards the boundaries between

classical Indian folk dance and

popular contemporary styles.

Students will love the movement and

music of this high-energy program.

Students will learn a fun Bollywood

routine and the traditional meanings

behind its key movements.

Pre-primary program


CELEBRATE

CulturalDiversity

The perfect time to discover and celebrate the world’s cultures

Harmony Day21 March

Book a program at www.culturalinfusion.org.au

Bollywood InfusionBollywood Infusion cheerfully

disregards the boundaries between

classical Indian folk dance and

popular contemporary styles.

Students will love the movement and

music of this high-energy program.

Suitable for all ages and abilities,

students will learn a fun Bollywood

routine and the traditional meanings

behind its key movements.




Hip Hop InfusionExplore Urban Street Dance and

get a sneak peek into the high-

energy, varied and vibrant world of

Hip Hop! Students will see a highly

skilled dance showcase of moves

and grooves before taking part in an

interactive and exciting workshop!

They will be introduced to beginners

Hip Hop routines, and will learn

about the importance of timing

and style.

Available for Pre-primary

Latin Dance FiestaIntroduce your students to fiery

and fantastic Latin dance styles.

This incursion enables students of

all ages, abilities and backgrounds

to experience the exciting rhythms

and movement of Central America

with ever-popular styles like the

Salsa, Merengue and Cha. It will get

everyone on their feet and dancing

to the beat!

AMERICAS PROGRAMs

Cool CapoeiraCapoeira is a unique African-Brazilian

art form that fuses dance, acrobatics,

music and song into an exciting high

energy combat dance! Originally

developed by slaves, Capoeira is

a complex martial art discipline

disguised as dance. Students will love

keeping the beat as the Capoeiristas

display their energy and athleticism.

50 minutes / 150 students min. 50 minutes / 150 students min.


Rhythm of AfricaFrom the deep traditions of Africa

comes a joyous and exciting program

that surrounds your students with

rhythm. Music is an element of

African social and religious rites. This

incursion enables participants of

all ages, abilities and backgrounds

to experience the instruments and

chanting of Africa for themselves.

African Dance & Drumming Immerse yourself in the infectious

rhythms and grooves of Africa

with African Dance & Drumming.

Music and dance is an integral part

of African culture, and this interactive

experience is sure to transport you

there. This incursion is designed for

students to be introduced to a range

of percussion instruments, rhythms,

folk songs and dance styles from

across Africa.

african programs


African Dance and Drumming for PreschoolImmerse yourself in the infectious

rhythms of African Dance and

Drumming. Music and dance is an

integral part of African culture, and

this interactive experience is sure to

transport you there. This incursion

introduces pre-primary students to

percussion instruments, rhythms, folk

songs and dance styles.

Pre-primary program

Available

15 - 19 Oct




This talented duo offers a choice of four high-energy performances from

French and Italian cultures including Les Batons Francais and Commedia

dell’Arte. Crowd favourites for the last six years, they have performed shows

infused with music, dance and laugh out loud comedy to hundreds of schools

across Australia. Learning about different cultures has never been this much fun.

Shows available are:

Italian - Commedia dell’Arte – Il Capitano and The Greatest Pie In The World

French - Les Batons Francais and Vive La France

“The Cultural Infusion performance was terrific. Our students and supervising

teachers really enjoyed it: it was very witty and clever and they were very

impressed with the performers’ skills. We would absolutely want to have them

back next year.”

– Yolanda Trueman, Girraween High School NSW -

Les Batons FrancaisGet a taste of all things French as we

follow Jacques and Pierre’s journey

across France as they try to find true

love! Laden with physical theatre and

comedy, this show is designed to be

fun and zany while also touching on

many French icons and literature,

including stories such as Cyrano De

Bergerac, the Three Musketeers, the

farces of Moliere, and much more.

Vive La FranceVive La France is a humorous,

irreverent look at some of the events

and people that have come to typify

France’s great culture. Journey

through the French Revolution, and

look inside the Moulin Rouge. Meet

historical icons like Marie-Antoinette,

Joan of Arc, Louis XVI, even delve

into the heart of Napoleon’s short-

man syndrome and be immersed in

France’s history.

European touring Programs



Commedia Dell’Arte – Il CapitanoThe great Il Capitano returns from

war a hero, much to the delight of

rich old Pantalone – who offers his

daughter in marriage.

But is the Captain really who he

seems to be? And what does it

mean for Il Capitano’s love-struck

servant who also seeks the hand of

Pantalone’s daughter?

French & Italian Culture





Fire of FlamencoWith her long flowing dress and

castanets, our Flamenco dancer will

impress students with her intricate

footwork, while they help keep the

special Flamenco beat with palmas

(handclapping).

This program will teach students how

this unique Andalusian Gypsy music

and dance style has evolved, and will

have everyone on their feet shouting

“Olé!”

Commedia Dell’Arte – TheGreatest Pie In the WorldMeet the classic masked characters

of the Commedia Dell’ Arte in this

performance based on the classic

Italian theatre style. In Napoli,

Pantalone has just baked ‘The

Greatest Pie in The World’! His

servant Arlecchino is on his way

to deliver the pie to Columbina –

Pantalone’s love interest - when

he encounters the master thief

Scaramouche…

La Gioia Delle DonneLa Gioia Delle Donne (The Joys of

Women) Choir sing a vibrant blend

of traditional and contemporary

Italian folk songs with a passion and

enthusiasm that is infectious. The

aim of this remarkable showcase of

mothers, wives and sisters is to retain

and promote the Italian heritage,

culture, arts and traditions through

music and song.

European ProgramsCELEBRATE

IndigenousCulture

The perfect time to discover and celebrate Indigenous culture

NAIDOC Week8 to 15 July

Reconciliation Week27 May to 3 June

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OUR LEARNING appS

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YOUR CULTURAL CENSUS EDUCATIONal APPS

Ancestry Atlas Joko’s World

Ancestry Atlas is part of a suite of Cultural Infusion products designed to develop

Intercultural Understanding in students from K-12. The Australian Government

recently added Intercultural Understanding as a General Competency in the

Australian Curriculum.

Ancestry Atlas is a learning activity aligned to curriculum outcomes similar to

these:

• Reflect on Intercultural experiences

• Empathise with others

• Develop Respect for Cultural Diversity

• Investigate Culture and Cultural Identity

Our website will make it easier for you to create a snapshot of the demographics

of your students and their cultural heritage. Ancestry Atlas is a tactful way of

reaching out to include the wider community around your school. We expect

activities to relate to cross-curriculum objectives for Maths, Geography, Digital

Literacies, History, and Social Science.

• Ancestry Atlas is a conversation starter.

• Ancestry Atlas helps schools address bullying and racism.

• We provide example Lesson Plans

50% Discount for every school until end of March 2018

Map your diversity today at www.ancestryatlas.com

Joko is your wild guide to the civilised world. Join Joko and explore our planet’s

music, festivals, culture and geography. Children learn while they play.

For more information and more apps, visit us at www.jokosworld.com

Pocket PlanetPlay our Award Winning (2017 Tech

Diversity Award) geography game

that makes our planet a puzzle. Have

fun locating countries, capital cities,

flags, and famous landmarks. Make

your knowledge of countries blastoff

though a story mode and continent

based challenges all guaranteed to

entertain for hours.

Learning subject: Geography,

Humanities and History

SplatfestWorld ofInstruments

Flute, Balafonand Tambourine

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA - Cultural Infusion · Celebrate cultural diversity with a choice of 5 programs. Explore one culture in depth or travel the world with a program from each continent