Encore

Empowering our community with mindfulness
through music, yoga & drama.

At Encore Studio, we believe in the
transformative power of the arts. Nestled in
our beautiful, coastal community, we offer a
nurturing space where youth can explore
their creativity through drama, music, and
yoga. Our mission is to empower young
individuals by fostering self-expression,
building confidence, and celebrating the
journey of personal growth.

Whether your child is stepping into drama for the first
time, strumming a guitar with dreams of performing, or
finding balance in yoga, we’re here to support their
aspirations. For parents passionate about nurturing their
children's artistic journeys or seeking a creative outlet, we
offer a vibrant community that values creativity,
connection, and holistic development.

Explore our programs, meet our dedicated instructors,
and discover the enriching opportunities awaiting your
child.

NDIS All Stars

Troupe

9.30-2.30pm

bowraville

• Develop in skills such as articulation, musicality, body
  language, characterisation, active listening,
  spontaneous reactions, teamwork, responding to music
  & narrative, playbuilding, and script interpretation.

• Performing Arts

• Explore mindfulness through the practices of yoga and
  meditation. We offer community-based classes as well as
  private sessions.

• Yoga & Meditation

• Explore the chance to hire us as tutors or as performing
  musicians for special events. No matter the occasion,
  you’ll receive an individualised package to suit your
  needs & interests.

• Music

schedule

Important! Our terms are 8 weeks long

Creative & Active Kids Vouchers accepted

Sibling Discount: 10% off ensemble classes with 2 or more
children enrolled

OR

Multiclass Discount: 10% off 2nd class if enrolled in more than
1 scheduled ensemble class

Bonus Discount: No annual registration fees to cover insurance
and administration. This is included in termly costs.

Trial: All new students have the chance to attend THREE of our
regular weekly classes as a trial for $45.

Discounts:

• Bookings

upcoming events

An interactive Mystery Play

Come join them if you’re around. This is a mystery playful play and they
have been getting creative using new props and costumes. The props were
created last week also as part of the school holiday program.

Thanks to all creatives for joining these activities.

And to NSW Government regional youth for funding.

https://www.dramanotebook.com/murder-mystery-for-kids/where-in-the-
world-is-princess-poppy-script/

When: Friday 24th Jan, 2025

• Where: Nambucca Valley Phoenix Outdoor Stage, Bowraville NSW

Our course ‘Making a Mini Musical’ made the news!

Thank you to those who attended and supported our show on
Friday. Here is some positive feedback on the event:

“Congratulations on a great little show. We all loved it.

More importantly she loved every minute of the course.

Thank you for boosting her confidence and giving her such a positive
experience.”

“Thanks for the week, was so impressed with the performance and
what you managed to pull together in such a short time! Incredible.”

we were blown away at how good it was on the day. All the kids were
great and I think (she) was the most confident I’ve ever seen her.

https://www.campcreative.com.au/courses/p/making-a-mini-
musical

Camp Creative success

“Drama Thinking is sharing planning choices and possibilities; it explores
reasons why, taking apart the ideas, making links and connections yet staying
open and flexible. “

• http://www.stagepage.com.au/blog/tag/Drama+Education

• Mindfulness is defined as a state of “nonjudgmental, moment-to-moment
  awareness” (Kabat-Zinn, 1990, p.2), and has been studied across varied
  disciplines such as psychology, physiology, healthcare, neuroscience, the arts,
  and others.

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More to come...

"We aspire to be a nurturing abode where youth, and families
alike, in our coastal community can explore their creativity and
build self-esteem through the transformative experiences of
acting, music, and yoga, celebrating each step of personal
growth and artistic expression."

Our mission is to empower young individuals by providing
enriching opportunities in acting, music, and yoga that foster
creativity, self-discovery, and confidence. We believe in
cherishing the process rather than focusing solely on the
outcome, encouraging our students to embrace their unique
paths, learn from their experiences, and shine brightly as
they cultivate their artistic voices in a supportive community.

About Encore

Growing up in a small country town, Hannah faced limited
opportunities in the performing arts. Fortunately, dedicated music and
drama teachers nurtured her talents and guided her to pursue a
Bachelor’s degree in Music Theatre, followed by a Master’s degree in
Teaching Drama. Along the way, she also completed yoga teacher
training, recognising the importance of mindfulness in creativity.

Determined to make a mark in the big smoke, she diligently followed
the traditional path within the entertainment industry—fine tuning her
craft, working with an acting & vocal coaches, engaging with a talent
agent, and networking within the industry. She immersed herself in
professional theatre productions, exploring every facet of the craft,
from stage management to lighting design. Yet, amidst this pursuit, she
discovered a profound joy in teaching drama on the side.

What began as a small endeavor blossomed into a passion. Hannah
found far greater fulfillment in guiding and inspiring young performers,
echoing the dedication of her original teachers.

Now, after years of teaching performing arts at a busy city school,
Hannah longed for a new challenge and a change of pace. This
realisation ignited a dream: to create a space where the next
generation could flourish in the arts, just as she had. Passionate about
sharing her expertise and love for the arts, she is dedicated to
empowering the next generation of performers, helping them build
confidence and discover their uniqueness.

Hannah Date

Bachelor of Music (Music Theatre)

Master of Teaching (Drama)

Certified Yoga Teacher

I’m thrilled to share my passion for yoga with you.

I was first introduced to yoga while studying Performing Arts
in 2016. I realised the benefits of the practice, allowing me
to be fully present in singing, acting & dancing. After
enjoying my own regular practice, I went on to complete my
Yoga Teacher Training with Amelia Disspain & Liz Bennett at
Balanced Practice Yoga, 2023.

My journey has shown me how nourishing breath can help
us connect with our thoughts and emotions, leading us to a
place of serenity and joy. Having faced chronic pain myself, I
bring a deep compassion to my classes, creating a safe
space for all to heal and grow together. I invite you to
embrace your journey, express yourself, and discover your
inner light beside me.

Yoga is not just a practice on the mat, but a journey of self-
awareness & empowerment.

A guitarist with a with a passion for
meditation & permaculture.

After studying Contemporary
Performance at the Australian Institute of
Music, Michael has since performed as a
session guitarist, jazz fusion trio member as
well as an instrumentalist for special events
such as wedding ceremonies and public
events.

meet the team

• Michael
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Trained in Musical Theatre I
love creating multi discipline
theatre. Music is the most
emotional artform, and it is
such a visceral experience to
layer a character within the
music.

• Hannah

As a Lecoq trained actor I write,
perform and create character
based sketch comedy and devised
theatre. I am passionate about
physical theatre, mask work, the
grotesque, bouffon and clown.

• Louise

Encore,

let creativity soar!

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• encorestudio.info@gmail.com

Encore Performing Arts Academy acknowledges the Traditional
Owners of Country throughout Australia.

• We pay our respects to Elders past and present.