Paul Taylor - Multidisciplinary

EDUCATIONAL PERFORMANCES :: WORKSHOPS
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Educational Performances

Matilda & the Dreamtime
This Aussie performing artist delights in sharing the culture of his homeland. Paul presents an exciting blend of stories, songs, dance, poetry and drama, from both Aboriginal and European Australia, featuring the music of the didjeridoo. Paul is mentored by Aboriginal custodian, Yidumduma Bill Harney, whom Paul visits on sabbatical each year. This show draws parallels in American culture, aligns with many core curricular standards and is adaptable for any age.
Single Performance: $380
Double Performance: $510
Grade Levels: PreK-12

Land of the Lightning Brothers
Students will see a captivating slide presentation of 7,000-year old Aboriginal rock paintings from Australia's Northern Territory while experiencing sound featuring the didjeridoo the and creation of Dreamtime stories. This show offers a unique look at the world's oldest unbroken culture, the Aboriginal concept of the Dreamtime, the importance of relationships, and the impact of European settlement on Australia. This show also draws parallels in American culture, meets many core curricular standards and is adaptable to most age levels.
Single Performance: $380
Double Performance: $510
Grade Levels: 3rd-12th

Single Workshop Experiences

NOTE: The following workshops are available to be booked when a performance is also scheduled.

Didjeridoo
Making didjeridoos using PVC and paint followed by playing and breathing techniques and the culture.
Grade Levels: 3rd-12th

Story Creation
Creating a group "myth" inspired by Aboriginal culture and ways of education while incorporating science.
Grade Levels: K-12

Dance
Traditional Aussie European folk dancing.
Grade Levels: K-6th

Boomerangs
Using basic supplies and science, learn culture along with a chance for demonstration.
Grade Levels: 2nd-12th

Cricket-Aussie Games
Working with the PE and classroom teachers, showing the origins of baseball.
Grade Levels: 3rd-12th

Teacher In-services Available
Applying Aboriginal education in the classroom is an effective way to create community and meet curriculum standards. A one-day residency that includes a school performance, workshop and a teacher in-service is recommended, however this in-service can be customized to meet the needs of school and staff.