Program provider: Mzuri Dance ArtisTree
Mzuri Dance ArtisTree brings more than 35 years experience to their programs. This experience spans dance, music and cultural practice. The team includes artists and cultural knowledge holders.
Mzuri Dance ArtisTree delivers school performances, workshops and development programs. Through dance, music, storytelling and performance, students build connection, cultural awareness and appreciation
Program description
CHEZA! Dance, Drum & Culture is a performing arts and wellbeing program for Years 5-9. The program helps students build their personal skills and connect with culture.
Students will take part in fun, creative group sessions using:
- African dance, street dance, hip hop, contemporary and traditional dance
- African drumming and percussion, exploring the relationship between drum, dance, song and story
- Movement, storytelling, call and response, group discussion and interactive performance.
The program has two delivery options:
- An 8 session program where students work towards a final performance for their peers
- A once off, 60-minute session where students learn a simple dance routine.
The program helps students build:
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Self-expression
- Persistence
- Positive relationships with peers
- Cultural understanding.
Sessions are safe and welcoming. The program can be adjusted for different ages and learning needs. Facilitators have strong cultural knowledge and ties to community.
Programs can run in schools or community venues.
Intended outcomes
- Positive participation in safe, fun activities (2)
- Stronger connection to school and learning (3)
- Increased sense of belonging and inclusion (4)
- Stronger peer relationships and teamwork (5)
- Improved communication and social skills (8)
- Improved emotional regulation and self-control (10)
- Improved decision-making and problem-solving (14)
- Improved leadership skills (15)
- Enhanced health, wellbeing and physical activity (16)
- Increased cultural connection, pride and identity (18)
Program details
| Target audience | Years 5-9 |
|---|---|
| Delivery window | During school hours, after school and school holidays |
| Program duration | 8 sessions for 90-120 minutes or a once off 60 minute session |
| Group size | Maximum 15 students for 8 sessions, up to 300 students for the once off session |
| Geographic availability | Melbourne metropolitan region and selected regional Victorian locations by arrangement |
| Delivery setting | School-based and in-person |
| Program availability | 2026–2029; terms 1-4, during school, after school and school holidays |
| Provider notes and assumptions |
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| Suitable for specialist schools and settings | Yes |
| Program category | Wellbeing and Personal Development |
| Procurement category | Wellbeing and personal development - Flexible program - Arts and wellbeing program |
| Program contact | Suzanne Watts E: info@mzuridanceartistree.org M: 0427 537 772 |
| Link to external website | Mzuri Dance ArtisTree |
| Provider has Betray of Trust Insurance | Yes |
| Supervision and duty of care | School to confirm supervision requirements and duty of care arrangements with provider when booking |
Core program costs
| Activity | Total cost (ex GST) | Total cost (inc GST) |
|---|---|---|
| 8 session program | $18,720.00 | $20,592.00 |
| Once off, 60-minute session | $2,020.00 | $2,222.00 |
Additional costs or optional extras
| Activity | Total cost (ex GST) | Total cost (inc GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Live DJ for larger events and performances | From $450 | From $495 |
| Travel to regional Victoria | Please enquire with Mzuri Dance ArtisTree for regional travel costs | |
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