Backbone Youth Arts believes that creativity knows no bounds – and that’s why they’re proud to offer exciting opportunities for young people to engage in the arts all year ’round.
Whether you’re looking to dive into a Holiday Camp or join their Young Creator Workshops and Youth Drama Troupe programs, Backbone has something for every aspiring artist. Their programs foster collaboration, creativity, and self-expression, all while being guided by professional artists who are passionate about mentoring the next generation of creatives.
Young Creator Camp (7th – 9th July 2025)
This July, give your Young Artist an unforgettable experience with Backbone’s Young Creator Camp! This three-day creative adventure at their sunny Seven Hills Hub is designed for children aged 7-11 years who are eager to explore the world of theatre, puppetry, and storytelling.
The Holiday Camp is an exciting opportunity for kids to build performance skills, collaborate with like-minded creatives, and learn from professional artists in a safe, inclusive space. Over three days, your Young Creative will unleash their imagination, develop confidence, and create new performances to showcase at the end of the camp.
DATES: 7th – 9th July 2025
TIME: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm (drop off from 9:15 am, pick up from 3:30 pm)
THREE DAY REGISTRATION COST: $380 – includes lunch on each day (BYO snacks)
SINGLE DAY REGISTRATION COST: $160 per day – includes lunch (BYO snacks)
AGE: 7 – 11 years
PLACE: Backbone is located at Seven Hills Hub: 28 Tallowwood Street, Seven Hills
WHAT TO BRING: Please bring your own snacks, comfortable clothes to move in, and a water bottle.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to register today to secure your Young Creator’s spot!
Ongoing Young Creators Workshops: The Fun Never Stops!
While Backbone’s Holiday Camp offers a burst of creativity during the break, they also offer Young Creator Workshops & Drama Troupes that run year-round. These 90-minute weekly workshops are perfect for children and teens aged 7-18 who want to engage in regular drama and performance training.
Young Creator Workshops
Looking for a place where your Young Creative can meet new friends, build creative skills, and devise new performances about topics that matter to them? Backbone’s Young Creators Workshops are invigorating, creative, and uplifting spaces for Young People aged 7 to 18 to engage with imagination, playfulness, and learning through creative arts.
Come and join the fun happening in Backbone’s Term 1 classes, or check out their registration for Term 2!
Term Dates for Young Creators Workshops in 2025 (Saturdays):
- TERM 1: 1st February – 29th March
- TERM 2: 26th April – 21st June
- TERM 3: 19th July – 13th September
- TERM 4: 11th October – 6th December
Backbone Youth arts also offers a FREE TRIAL at any time.
Youth Drama Troupe
Join Backbone’s brand new Youth Drama Troupes, where Young Artists will be working to develop acting and performance skills with a performance outcome at Backbone Festival 2025. Please note that the delivery of this new program is dependent on interest from a minimum number of participants.
Check out their registration for Term 2!
Term Dates for Youth Drama Troupes in 2025 (Mondays):
- TERM 2: Monday 28th April – 30th June
- TERM 3: Monday 14th July – 8th September
- TERM 4: Monday 13th October – 8th December
At Backbone, you don’t just join a drama class, you join a community!
Testimonials
“My favourite thing about Backbone is that it gives me a chance to express myself, and I love that we get to create our own plays” – Jemima, 11
“I love Backbone because we get to make our own scripts, and the best part is when we work together to make the whole thing” – Ivan, 9
“My favourite thing about Backbone is the sense of community. There’s really great people and they’re really supportive” – Ruby, 16
“[Backbone’s Young Creator Workshops are] a truly unique program not offered in Brisbane for kids to learn creative collaboration with professional artists” – Lana, parent
About Backbone Youth Arts
Backbone has been providing ways for young people to engage their creativity for over 37 years. Backbone champions the creative and curious through a unique participant-led approach that centres on young artists finding their own voice and facilitating a supportive environment with dedicated teaching artists who work professionally in the performing arts industry.
Backbone imparts skills for life, empowering young people to use their voice, express themselves confidently, and meet like-minded peers. They learn to work together, channel their creativity, and move their minds and bodies.
Backbone is the expert in engaging young people through the arts, helping them to tackle topics big and small, and encouraging them to create what they’ve never seen before.
For more information, visit the Backbone Youth Arts website.