LEARN - Creative Learning Activities for Kids
A selection of fun videos for kids and families to learn and play together
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George Meets the Orchestra - An Introduction to the Orchestra | Age 3+
George is going to meet an orchestra for the first time!
He wants to learn an instrument – but which one?Follow George as he chats with players of the Sydney Youth Orchestra and learns all about the four families of the orchestra – strings, brass, woodwind and percussion. A perfect introducti...
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Sweet Skills: How to Dance Ballet | Age 5+
Learn new skills in this series of "how to" videos presented some very talented young people!
In this episode 12-year-old Nathaniel demonstrates some beginner ballet steps for our host Curly.
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Sweet Skills: How to build a Robot | Age 5+
Learn new skills in this series of "how to" videos presented some very talented young people!
In this episode Hayley and Emma show actress Amy Usherwood how to build a robot.
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Sweet Skills: How to Make a Puppet | Age 5+
Learn new skills in this series of "how to" videos presented some very talented young people!
In this episode 11 year old Maya, shows our host Curly how to make one very cool sock puppet.
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Sweet Skills: How to perform Circus Skills | Age 5+
Learn new skills in this series of "how to" videos presented some very talented young people!
In this episode 14 year old Asha shows us how to perform a range of circus skills.
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Sweet Skills: How to do Parkour | Age 5+
Learn new skills in this series of "how to" videos presented some very talented young people!
In this episode host, Curly is shown how to do Parkour by Joe from Jump First, Ask Later.
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Who's in the Lift? An Opera Singer! | Age 5+
Curious kids step through the giant doors of the scenery lift at the Sydney Opera House and meet some amazing people from the stage and behind the scenes.
In this episode, Emma, Xavier and Bartram meet an opera singer and see who can hit the highest note!
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Who's in the Lift? A Performing Artist! | Age 5+
Curious kids step through the giant doors of the scenery lift at the Sydney Opera House and meet some amazing people from the stage and behind the scenes.
Lea, Bartram and Ziggy meet performing artist Hilton, who shares his incredible talent for tap dancing, playing the guitar, and creating per...
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Who's in the Lift? A Conductor! | Age 5+
Curious kids step through the giant doors of the scenery lift at the Sydney Opera House and meet some amazing people from the stage and behind the scenes.
Who’s in the lift? Lea, Henry and Emma meet conductor Vanessa and learn how she keeps the orchestra on track with her gestures and baton!
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Who's in the Lift? A Percussionist! | Age 5+
Curious kids step through the giant doors of the scenery lift at the Sydney Opera House and meet some amazing people from the stage and behind the scenes.
Ziggy, Nina and Emma learn how to perfect the drum roll as they meet Jess, a percussionist who can play thousands of instruments!
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Who's in the Lift? Two Ballet Dancers! | Age 5+
Curious kids step through the giant doors of the scenery lift at the Sydney Opera House and meet some amazing people from the stage and behind the scenes.
In this episode, Bartram, Lea and Owen spin, twirl and chicken dance as they discover what it takes to be a ballet dancer!
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Who's in the Lift? An Actor! | Age 5+
Curious kids step through the giant doors of the scenery lift at the Sydney Opera House and meet some amazing people from the stage and behind the scenes.
In this episode Xavier, Nina and Henry discover how actor Jo uses his voice, body and costumes to create lots of dramatically different char...
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Who's in the Lift? A Lighting Designer! | Age 5+
Curious kids step through the giant doors of the scenery lift at the Sydney Opera House and meet some amazing people from the stage and behind the scenes.
Bartram, Lea and Ziggy meet a lightning technician as they use different coloured lights to express emotions, and even throw a dance party!
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Who's in the Lift? A Stage Manager! | Age 5+
Curious kids step through the giant doors of the scenery lift at the Sydney Opera House and meet some amazing people from the stage and behind the scenes.
Who’s in the lift? Henry, Nina and Xavier meet stage manager Monica and learn how she keeps performances running smoothly from backstage!
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Who's in the Lift? A Piano Tuner! | Age 5+
Curious kids step through the giant doors of the scenery lift at the Sydney Opera House and meet some amazing people from the stage and behind the scenes.
In this episode, Oliver, Indie and Emma meet Sydney Opera House’s piano tuner Terry, and take a peek inside a baby grand piano!
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Behind the Scenes: Kids Tour of the Sydney Opera House | Age 5+
Be transported to Bennelong Point with our expert guide Alex for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of the Opera House. Discover the Indigenous history and cultural significance of this remarkable place, learn about the design principles formulated by architect Jørn Utzon a...
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Utzon's Universe: A Figure of Yourself - Episode 1 | Age 7+
Inspire your mini-architect with projects from ‘Utzon’s Universe’, a book of craft inspired by Sydney Opera House architect Jorn Utzon. Find the full guide on Backstage: http://bit.ly/UtzonsUniverseE01
To get you started, we’re sharing a 5-part series of how-to videos with fun projects for kids ...
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Utzon's Universe: A House in a Tree - Episode 2 | Age 7+
Inspire your mini-architect with projects from ‘Utzon’s Universe’, a book of craft inspired by Sydney Opera House architect Jorn Utzon. Find the full guide on Backstage: http://bit.ly/UtzonsUniverseE02
To get you started, we’re sharing a 5-part series of how-to videos with fun projects for kids ...
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Utzon's Universe: A Soft Cave - Episode 3 | Age 7+
In this exercise you are going to build a model of a cave without right angles - maybe inspired by Jørn Utzon's proposal for the Jorn Museum in Silkeborg. The cave can be for you or for someone you know. Find the full guide on Backstage: http://bit.ly/UtzonsUniverseE03
Inspire your mini-architec...
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Utzon's Universe: A Chair with Form - Episode 4 | Age 7+
Inspire your mini-architect with projects from ‘Utzon’s Universe’, a book of craft inspired by Sydney Opera House architect Jorn Utzon. To get you started, we’re sharing a 5-part series of how-to videos with fun projects for kids of all ages.
Come back for Episode 5: Platform with a Room next w...
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Utzon's Universe: A Platform with a Roof - Episode 5 | Age 7+
In this exercise you are going to work with a platform and shells, like Jørn Utzon did with the Sydney Opera House. Find the full guide on Backstage: http://bit.ly/UtzonsUniverseE05
Inspire your mini-architect with projects from ‘Utzon’s Universe’, a book of craft inspired by Sydney Opera House ...
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House Play: Part 1 - Writing your Script | Age 7+
Anthony and Ivy have decided to create their own play at home, the only problem is they have no idea how. Luckily there’s some experts at the Sydney Opera House who are happy to help!
Travel to Bennelong Point and meet Playwright, Kirsty for some tips on starting your play where all plays start...
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House Play: Part 2 - Acting and Directing | Age 7+
Anthony and Ivy have decided to create their own play at home the only problem is they have no idea how. Luckily there’s some experts at the Sydney Opera House who are happy to help!
Meet Mansoor, an actor and Stefo, a director and learn all about creating believable characters, projecting your...
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House Play: Part 3 - Designing your Set & Costumes | Age 7+
Anthony and Ivy have decided to create their own play at home the only problem is they have no idea how. Luckily there’s some experts at the Sydney Opera House who are happy to help!
Step into the wardrobe and chat with James, a set and costume designer to find out a bit more about what clothin...