Using This Resource

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this resource contains a range of material which may be considered culturally sensitive, including the records of people who have passed away.

This resource is aligned to the Australian Curriculum: The Arts for years 5 & 6 students. It adopts an inquiry-based learning approach that develops students’ skills as historians and broadens their exposure to the history of music, dance and drama in Australia. The module will encourage students to both make and respond to art practices.

On Stage: Spotlight on our Performing Arts

This Digital Classroom module was created in conjunction with the National Library of Australia's exhibition "On Stage: Spotlight on our Performing Arts" which was staged from 4th March to the 7th August, 2022. A virtual walkthrough of the exhibition is available with links and information about items on display. To walk through the exhibition visit "See the Exhibition"

Curriculum Links - On Stage
Introductory Activities - On Stage
Ballerina Meryl Tankard strikes a pose. She is wearing a zebra print-esque dress. She is standing in front of a black curtain.
Themes - On Stage
A black and white photograph of the interior of the Sydney Opera House. The windows give an effect of being in a large rib cage. There is a large sweeping staircase taking up most of the image
Concluding Activities - On Stage
A sketch of a man modelling a costume. The costume is similar to the court dress of Tudor England with big neck ruffles and a long coat. The coat has stylised skulls on it. Underneath he is wearing an embroidered waistcoat and black and white checkered pants. The inner lining of the cloak is red and blue stripes

The National Library of Australia acknowledges Australia’s First Nations Peoples – the First Australians – as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this land and gives respect to the Elders – past and present – and through them to all Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Cultural Notification

Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this website contains a range of material which may be considered culturally sensitive including the records of people who have passed away.

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