The Wild Things International Kids Festival transforms the iconic Sydney Opera House forecourt, foyers, and performance spaces into a vibrant cultural hub built entirely for young minds. Featuring local and international children’s authors, theatre ensembles, musicians, and visual artists, this multi-day event blends headline stage productions with interactive, drop-in creative precincts. This festival features ticketed and free events and experienes such as Plasmotopia, Erth's Wild Rumpus, and many more!
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NESA Syllabus Alignment & Learning Outcomes (NSW Curriculum) Stage 1 (Years 1–2) Creative Arts K–6 (Drama & Music) — DRAS1.1 & MUS1.1: NESA Learning Outcome: Students explore how performers use rhythm, tempo, body language, and voice to express stories and convey emotion. They participate in interactive performances, movement workshops, or sing-alongs, responding to distinct artistic traditions. English K–6 (Understanding and Responding to Literature) — EN1-REFLC-01: NESA Learning Outcome: Students engage with diverse storytelling formats—from spoken narrative and puppetry to picture book readings—identifying character perspectives, settings, and central motifs. Stage 2 (Years 3–4) Creative Arts K–6 (Visual Arts & Drama) — VAS2.1 & DRAS2.1: NESA Learning Outcome: Students examine how stage artists, sculptors, and workshop leaders use varied media, materials, and staging devices to bring imaginative worlds to life. They apply these concepts during practical festival art hubs or drama sessions. Humanities / English (Cross-Curriculum / Intercultural Understanding): NESA Learning Outcome: Students encounter literature and artistic performances from international and First Nations cultures, discussing how communities around the world share values, historical experiences, and natural heritage through festival arts. Stage 3 (Years 5–6) Creative Arts K–6 (Music & Drama) — MUS3.4 & DRAS3.4: NESA Learning Outcome: Students critically evaluate live multimodal productions, discussing the integration of live music, digital backdrops, puppet design, and choreography. They analyse how technical elements affect audience mood and interpretation. English K–6 (Literature Analysis) — EN3-UARL-01: NESA Learning Outcome: Students compare how different media (books, spoken poetry, street theatre, formal stage productions) adapt similar themes—such as belonging, resilience, and environmental connection.