Wakakirri is a nationwide Festival for Australian schools that provides a platform for students to express their thoughts, ideas, and aspirations through the art of storytelling and dance.

Inspired by the belief that great stories can inspire change, Wakakirri is designed to promote student engagement and well-being in schools through the creation and performance of captivating Story-Dances.

Established in 1992, Wakakirri has grown into Australia’s largest performing arts event for schools, engaging over 10,000 students annually. Held in professional theatres across Australia, the festival attracts an audience of approximately 30,000 each year, celebrating the creativity, collaboration, and storytelling talents of young performers.

 ​At the end of the season, we recognise and honour outstanding schools for their remarkable efforts in promoting positive social change through their Story-Dances.

Important Information

If your performance has sold out, please call the box office on 02 8839 3399 or email boxoffice_riverside@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au to join the waitlist.

Participating Schools

Tuesday 29 July

Barnier Public School
Kingswood Public School
MLC School
Toongabbie Christian College
William Clarke College

Wednesday 30 July

Balgowlah North Public School
Denistone East Public School
Ingleburn Public School
James Erskine Public School
Rouse Hill Anglican College
Sadleir Public School

Thursday 31 July

Cranebrook High School
Marsden Park Anglican College
Plumpton High School
St Thomas More Catholic Primary
Thornleigh West Public School


Accessibility

In English.

Wheelchair accessible.

Companion Card accepted.

Assistive Hearing system available (FM).

Find out more about accessibility at Riverside Theatres.

Additional Ticketing Information

$6.95 Transaction Fee applies.

The authorised ticket agency for this event is Riverside Theatres.

Only tickets purchased by authorised agencies should be considered reliable. If you purchase tickets from a non-authorised agency, you risk that these tickets are fake, void, or have previously been cancelled. Resale restriction applies.

Prices are correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection. Children aged 0-18 months at the time of a performance may be seated on an adult’s lap free of charge. A valid ticket is required for all children over 18 months.

For more details, please refer to our Terms and Conditions.