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The Factory is home to many of Casey’s diverse arts groups. From disability performing arts programs to dance, music tuition, theatre and music groups, there is something for everyone. Below you will find information for our current regular users who are happy to share their contact information. For further information on classes and memberships, please contact the groups individually.
Please note: The City of Casey is not responsible for the content on the following website links as they are maintained by the groups independently.
School holiday activities
The school holidays offer a chance for hirers to add additional activities during the quieter weeks of the year. The Factory welcomes the opportunity to work with hirers in delivering holiday activity programs.
Past activities have included: circus arts, photography, radio broadcasting, sound recording, choir, singing, dance, audio engineering, video production, cartooning etc.
We welcome you to come and run your own workshops during the holidays.
For further information please contact The Factory during business hours on 5995 9520.
School activities
The Factory has a range of spaces available during school hours between 9:00am and 3:00pm. Schools may hire these spaces and run their own dance, drama and music programs using our sound equipment and musical instruments. The venue is also suited to running VCE programs. Our competitive rates include PA system, guitars and amplifiers and drum kit. Please note that this program is subject to room availability.
Theatre
BATS Theatre Company
BATS was formed in 1989, and since then has aimed to produce a variety of quality shows for local audiences. BATS produces several theatrical performances each year including youth shows, as well as other dramas and comedies.
Email: info@batstheatre.org.au
Website links: https://linktr.ee/batstheatreco
Dance
Folk Lovers Academy Australia
Folk Lovers Academy provides Punjabi Folk Dances like Bhangra, Malwai Giddha, Jhoomer, Luddi, Sammi, Giddha, etc and Punjabi Folk Instruments classes to all age groups.
Website
Facebook
Contact:
Sukhjinder Singh: +61 431 927 863
Seema: +61 451 307 863
J Step Dance
J Step Dance Performing Arts is a locally based talent school offering classes in dance, drama and singing. Classes are available for 3-year-olds right up to adults, catering to a range of levels. Dance classes on offer are hip hop, breakdance, jazz, tap, ballet, contemporary, jazz-funk, acrobats and cheerleading.
Contact: Cheryl Robertson
Telephone: 0417 567 798
Email: jstepdance@gmail.com
Website
Facebook
Postal Address: PO Box 4141, Narre Warren South VIC 3805
John's Discobility
John has been a dancer and entertainer for nearly 20 years. He runs many dance classes around Melbourne each week. His program every Wednesday 10.00 am - 11.45 pm at The Factory in rehearsal Room 1. ‘John’s Discobility’ is a Rock ‘n’ Roll dance class, catering to people with a disability.
Contact: John Zammit
Telephone: 0456 131 443
Email: discobilityaustralia@gmail.com
Website
Highland Dance Speyside
Highland Dance Speyside is a group of traditional highland dancers who train for competition, participate in exams and concerts and develop physical fitness in a fun environment. We specialise in competitive dancing and are proud to have in our group many national and international championship titleholders. Dancers are trained in traditional highland as well as modern Celtic choreography.
Beginner dancers are welcome from 4 years of age.
Contact: Cathy Rees, Teacher/Adjudicator SOBHD
Telephone: 0431 656 034
Email: highlanddance.speyside@outlook.com
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Instagram
Te Honi
We are a Kapa haka group (Maori performing arts group) based in the south-east suburbs of Melbourne. We are united together purely for the passion we have for our culture! A majority of our members have never done Kapa haka before. We relish in teaching our Maori people (and others alike) who have never had the opportunity to live and learn about our culture. We have an adults group every Friday night in Cranbourne and a children’s group every fortnight in Dandenong.
Telephone: 0487 434 180
Email: tehononga@hotmail.com
Australian Dancers Project
Australian Dancers Project (ADP) is a vibrant performing arts training organisation based in Melbourne’s south-east, dedicated to nurturing young performers and developing confidence, creativity and technical excellence in dance and theatre.
Under the artistic direction of Bridie Clark, a former Broadway performer, ADP provides high-quality training across disciplines including ballet, jazz, tap, musical theatre and performance programs. With a strong focus on supportive teaching, performance opportunities and industry-level experiences, ADP empowers students to grow both artistically and personally while fostering a lifelong love for the performing arts.
www.australiandancersproject.com
Bridie Clark ph. 0447 958 068
L&L Movement
L&L Movement is a dance studio run by Liv and Liam offering adult open dance classes (18+) in Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz and Broadway, held at The Factory on Monday nights. We teach new routines each week with no lock-in fees, so you can attend whenever it suits you. Our classes are built around our core values to create, connect, and express, and we focus on providing a welcoming space filled with good vibes where adults of all experience levels can move, build confidence, and enjoy dancing in a supportive community.
You can find us on Instagram at @lnl.movement and on Facebook. For any enquiries, please reach out via our socials or email us at lnl.movement8@gmail.com. Come have a dance with us!
Private Vocal and Instrumental Tuition
In Session Studios
In Session Studios provides private vocal, piano / keyboard, guitar, ukulele and music theory lessons to ages 4 years - adult. We pride ourselves on our high standards and personal approach. Our teachers are dedicated to their students no matter what their goal is. We believe music brings joy, builds confidence and assists development in all aspects of your life.
Contact: Elizabeth Wight-Virgona
Telephone: 0410 895 512
Email: info@insessionsstudios.com
Website
The Creators Music Academy
Music Lessons - Flute, Piano, Clarinet and Saxophone
Learn the music you want to play with a friendly and engaging teacher at The Creators Music Academy.
We offer lessons in flute, piano, clarinet, saxophone and music theory, and love to include all sorts of games and songs from all genres. We also teach improvisation activities to help students of all ages and abilities discover the wonder of creating music.
All students are encouraged to make the most of our free trial lessons so they can get a feel for their chosen instrument. Students are also welcome to explore any instrument we offer for tuition and then choose their favourite one to continue with. Learn more on our website at: www.thecreatorsmusicacademy.com.au
Contact: Emma
Phone: 0423 540 056
Email: emma@thecreatorsmusicacademy.com.au
Music Therapy
muSings Music Therapy
I provide person-centred and accessible services to individuals and groups who are seeking music therapy. As a registered music therapist and music and imagery therapist with extensive training and experience, I focus on working with individuals’ strengths, interests, and needs by supporting each person to meet their goals. Some of the different areas I support but am not limited to the following, so please get in touch to see how I can support you:
- Mental health
- Emotional and behavioural difficulties, including trauma recovery
- Grief and bereavement
- Life limiting conditions
- Brain injury and neuro-disability
- Wellbeing and growth mindset
- Work or school stress
I work with individuals and groups when there are people who will benefit from shared work, for example:
- Song and/or lyric creation
- Listening and talking about music
- Improvisation
- Adapted lessons e.g. piano/ukulele, percussion or voice
- Relaxation, listening and expressive drawing/writing
- Community singing and/or performance
- Recording Drum and percussion circles
- Music and mindfulness
Welcoming expressions of interest for 2023.
Contact: Cherie Baxter
Telephone: 0425813309
Email: cheriebkeys@gmail.com
Website/s: www.austmta.org.au (music therapy) / www.musicandimagery.org.au (music counselling and therapy)
Choirs
Cranbourne Chorale
Cranbourne Chorale - originally the Cranbourne Lions Club Choir. Established 1991.
We are a mixed voice community choir of approximately 35 members. We love music, learning repertoire including classic choral works, folk and international music, current contemporary music. All are welcome, no audition required. People with limited mobility are very welcome.
We have 2 or 3 concerts annually, plus performances at Citizenship Ceremonies, Christmas and other community events. It's a wonderful friendly group led by our extremely experienced professionals in music director, Serena Carmel, and accompanist Adrian Allen.
Website: Welcome to Cranbourne Chorale
Contact:
Jenny Zuiderwyk (Secretary) at cranbournechorale@gmail.com or 0438 358 032
or Paulien George (President) 0457 575 535.
Bands
Cranbourne Lions Concert Band
The Cranbourne Lions Concert Band is a community-run, not-for-profit group that has been working to benefit the people of Cranbourne and its outlying suburbs since 1986. They have over 30 members from diverse backgrounds who come together every Tuesday night to not only expand their musical abilities but to also have fun.
The band enjoys playing at an assortment of community and municipal functions throughout the year. They plan and host events for the local community including the annual "Bandsfest" (a concert band festival) and Trivia Nights.
Cranbourne Lions Concert Band rehearses on Tuesday evenings 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm throughout the year (including during the school holidays). New players are always welcome!
- Contact: enquires@clcb.org.au
- Postal Address: Cranbourne Lions Concert Band, PO Box 271, Cranbourne VIC 3977
- Website: https://www.clcb.org.au