What does it mean to have a voice? How has having a voice changed your life in big or small ways? At this time when the Referendum to enshrine a Voice to parliament is being considered for First Nations Australians, we want to explore more broadly what it means to have a voice. We will […]
Our creative facilitation workshop enables people to learn in a fun, interactive way how to engage and speak up in groups. Jen Barrkman from Red Thread Stories recently ran two workshops for the Institute of Urban Indigenous Health. “I found I connected with others in new and fun ways but also on a deeper level. […]
Listening is a critical skill. Our last listening workshop for Meaningful Ageing. “It was relevant and valuable for all areas of my life. I particularly found the activities and participation useful instead of being talked at and given paperwork. I will slow down and be present as a result of doing this session” Michelle […]
What does it mean to have a voice? How has having a voice changed your life in big or small ways? At this time when the Referendum to enshrine a Voice to parliament is being considered for First Nations Australians, we want to explore more broadly what it means to have a voice. We will […]
Playback is for everyday people … who love listening to stories, moving their bodies, expressing themselves. Playback Theatre is a gift for when we say yes we can fly. Come to our next introductory workshop Make a Booking Listen deeply Improvise and think your feet Be playful and lighthearted Take safe risks Work in a […]
Winter solstice is a time of renewal and rebirth. A time for slowing down so we can then warm up to something new. At our Red Thread Stories Playback Theatre performance we will ask you to consider these questions. How are you slowing down? What are you warming up to?Playback Theatre celebrates community and story. […]
Womenspace invited us to perform for them at Sandgate. Their theme honoured the need for deep listening in our community and the words of Miriam-Rose Ungunmerr who invites us to practise Dadirri …Inner Deep listening and Quiet still awareness. The stories told were of new connections beyond words, friendships and the difficulty of holding different […]
The perfect antidote to social isolation – it’s cathartic, connective, immersive, and fun! 2020 has been an astounding year – on global, communal, and individual levels. For some of us it may be a defining year in our lives – for others, one to move past and leave behind. What are the defining moments […]
Join us for online playback theatre performance where we explore defining moments in our life on November 22 4.00 in Brisbane (5.00 pm AEST). 2020 has been an astounding year – on global, communal, and individual levels. For some of us it may be a defining year in our lives – for others, one to move […]
“I felt so welcomed and enjoyed the new experience for my life. Thanks you for your patience and the opportunity to learn this new world.”Lorena … First time workshop participant and computer analyst The workshop was beautifully structured and took care of the participants. It was fun, physical, thoughtful and practical” Zoe, Drama teacher and […]
We did it! Our family and friends enjoyed our first on line Playback performance. exploring the best and worst of times in 2020. We look forward to offering more online performances. Karin wrote “ It really was wonderful! What we really appreciated was that the use of digital technology didn’t get in the way […]
Audience comments our November performance at Ferny Grove High School. The skill of this troupe is evident in every composition as they create stage pictures which evoke emotional and intellectual responses. (Melissa Rouse) Red Thread Stories provide a safe, fun space for catharsis. Their crew is kind and approachable, their ideas are original and entertaining and […]
Play for Life . 28th November , 6.30-8.00pm Ferny Grove High School Q block When we are very young, it’s natural to play, not just for fun, but for all kinds of purposes – learning, connection, community-building. As we develop our awareness of our place in the bigger picture of life, things can often get […]