Schools & Education
Students Don't Just Watch. They Participate.
Interactive African drumming, dance and cultural experiences that engage students, build confidence and bring school communities together.
Inspiring Students Through Music, Movement and Culture
Looking for a school incursion that genuinely engages students?
Asanti Dance Theatre delivers highly interactive African drumming, dance and cultural programs that encourage students to participate, connect and learn through shared experiences.
Led by professional artists from Ghana, our workshops combine music, movement, storytelling and cultural exchange to create memorable learning experiences that students genuinely enjoy and teachers consistently praise.
Whether you’re planning a Harmony Week celebration, Cultural Diversity Week activity, Performing Arts program, wellbeing initiative or whole-school event, our programs are designed to inspire participation, curiosity and connection.
Suitable for Foundation to Year 12, our workshops can be tailored to meet the needs of primary schools, secondary schools, specialist schools and early learning settings.
Why Schools Choose Asanti Dance Theatre
Participation Comes First
Unlike traditional performances where students simply observe, our programs actively involve students through drumming, movement, storytelling and cultural activities.
Students don't just watch. They participate.
Building Confidence Through Experience
Our workshops encourage students to step outside their comfort zones, try something new and experience success through participation.
Through rhythm, movement and teamwork, students develop confidence while having fun
Creating Connection and Belonging
Music and movement have a unique ability to bring people together.
Our programs encourage collaboration, communication and shared experiences that strengthen relationships between students and create a positive sense of community.
Authentic Cultural Learning
Students gain genuine insights into African culture through direct engagement with artists who share their lived experiences, traditions and stories.
Learning happens naturally through participation, curiosity and cultural exchange.
Inclusive and Engaging for Diverse Learners
Our programs are designed to be accessible, welcoming and inclusive, creating positive experiences for students of different ages, abilities and learning styles.
Teachers regularly comment on our ability to engage students who are often reluctant to participate.
Programs for Every School Community
Primary School Programs
Students Don't Just Watch. They Participate.
Our primary school programs combine drumming, dance and storytelling in a fun, energetic and highly interactive format that keeps students actively involved from beginning to end.
Ideal for:
- Harmony Week
- Cultural Diversity Week
- Performing Arts Programs
- Whole-School Events
- Student Wellbeing Activities
Secondary School Programs
Engaging Even the Most Reluctant Students
Designed specifically for adolescents, our secondary programs encourage teamwork, leadership, participation and cultural understanding through shared experiences.
Teachers consistently tell us that students who are often disengaged become actively involved through the energy and inclusiveness of the experience.
Ideal for:
- Student Wellbeing Programs
- Mental Health Month
- Student Leadership Activities
- Cultural Awareness Programs
- End-of-Year Events
Early Learning & Kindergarten Programs
Learning Through Rhythm, Movement and Play
Age-appropriate cultural experiences that introduce young learners to African music, dance and storytelling through creative play and active participation.
Primary School Programs
Taste of Africa
Our signature cultural immersion experience.
Students experience the sights, sounds and stories of West Africa through live performance, drumming, dance, storytelling, cultural demonstrations and audience participation.
Perfect for whole-school events and cultural celebrations.
African Drumming Workshops
Hands-on workshops where students learn traditional rhythms, develop listening skills and experience the power of creating music together.
African Dance Workshops
Energetic movement experiences that encourage self-expression, creativity and cultural learning through traditional and contemporary African dance.
Artist in Residence Programs
Longer-term partnerships that allow students to explore African music, dance and culture in greater depth while developing creative skills and confidence.
Harmony Week & Cultural Diversity Programs
Celebrate diversity, inclusion and belonging through authentic cultural experiences that bring school communities together.
What Teachers Say
Learning Outcomes
Our programs support:
- Performing Arts
- Music
- Dance
- Humanities – Civics and Citizenship
- Intercultural Capability
- Personal and Social Capability
- Health and Physical Education
- Student Wellbeing
- Leadership Development
- Creative Expression
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Schools We Work With
Asanti Dance Theatre works with:
- Early Learning Centres
- Kindergartens
- Primary Schools
- Secondary Schools
- Specialist Schools
- Independent Schools
- Government Schools
- Catholic Schools
Across Melbourne, Regional Victoria and Australia-wide.
Bring the Rhythm of Africa to Your School
Whether you’re planning a cultural celebration, wellbeing program, arts initiative or whole-school event, Asanti Dance Theatre can create an engaging experience tailored to your students and learning objectives.
Contact us today to discuss your school program and receive a customised quote.
Call: 0407 819 816
