Thursday, 21 May 2026
Calling all aspiring musicians, actors and music theatre performers in the South West! It’s your time to shine as expert staff from the highly acclaimed Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) run five performing arts workshops in Busselton this May-June. In addition, WAAPA’s talented students will entertain you in three magical music concerts in Busselton and Albany. Proudly supported by the City of Busselton and the City of Albany, book your tickets now for this exciting program of events!
WORKSHOPS:
Creating Physical TheatreThis workshop is all about exploration, creativity, and play – perfect for actors/teachers/directors and senior drama students (from 14 years) who want to explore physical theatre.
Sat 23 May, 10:00am - 4:00pm, High Street Hall Blue Room, City of Busselton, 47 Bussell Highway
https://www.trybooking.com/DLJWN
WAAPA Harmonies: Vocal WorkshopWhether you’re a complete beginner or simply love to sing, this session is designed for everyone – no experience needed. Learn practical vocal techniques, build confidence, and connect with others through the joy of music.
Sat 23 May, 2:00pm - 3:00pm, Saltwater Busselton, 9 Queen St
https://www.trybooking.com/DKRJO
Music Theatre EssentialsActing, Singing, and Dancing are just a few of the fun things you'll do in WAAPA’s one-day Music Theatre workshop!
Sun 14 June, 10:00am - 4:00pm, Saltwater Busselton, 9 Queen St
https://www.trybooking.com/DLKOX
Creative SongwritersOpen to all experience levels, this engaging session invites community members to explore their creativity and develop songwriting techniques with acclaimed WA singer-songwriter Carus Thompson.
Thu 18 June, 5:30pm - 6:30pm, Saltwater Busselton, 9 Queen St
https://www.trybooking.com/DLCRT
The Actors CraftExplore the fundamental techniques required for acting, with a focus on technique, text and storytelling.
Sat 20 June, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Saltwater Busselton, 9 Queen St
https://www.trybooking.com/DLKBW
CONCERTS:
WAAPA Harmonies: Gospel Sundowner The WAAPA Gospel Choir delivers an uplifting blend of soul, spirit, and soaring harmonies in this joyous program of contemporary and traditional gospel music.
Sat 23 May, 5.30pm
Saltwater Busselton, 9 Queen St
https://saltwaterbusselton.com.au/events/waapa-harmonies-gospel-sundowner/
Imagine Songwriting Concert Proudly supported by the City of Albany as part of the Albany 2026 program, this concert brings together WAAPA’s talented music students from Perth and Albany with members of the Imagine Songwriting community to perform original music inspired by the stories and history of Albany. This concert is the culmination of WAAPA’s three-day Imagine Songwriting workshop that gives aspiring songwriters in the Albany area the opportunity to collaborate with professional artists and have their songs performed by WAAPA bands in a world-class venue. Not to be missed!
Fri 29 May, 7.00pm
Albany Town Hall Auditorium
https://albany-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_202c27f9b1594abd9dbf2a9aeb62cc4f
Starstruck BusseltonShowcasing the incredible talent of WAAPA’s Music Artist students, this special event highlights fresh voices and exciting new sounds straight from WA’s next generation of musicians.
Fri 19 June, 7.00pm
Saltwater Busselton, 9 Queen St
https://saltwaterbusselton.com.au/events/creative-songwriting-workshop-busselton-2026/
For further information or to discuss interview opportunities, please contact:
Anton Maz, Marketing Manager, Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts
Phone: (08) 6304 6817 / mob: 0404 699 772 / email: a.maz@ecu.edu.au