DRILL

06/08/2026

Hiya Indie Movers and Groovers, Indie is back tonight! $15 drop in or $50 5 class pass! 7.15-8.30pm at Dance Studio Kickstart Arts 12 St Johns Ave New Town Nipaluna/Hobart! Artistic Director Tara (me) will be leading 💃

I have just come off the back of an amazing performance season with the amazing choreographer Katina Olsen and GUTS Dance with the project Desert Hothouse, dancing with amazing artists and creative practices, I can’t wait to share with you all x

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05/08/2026

COMING SOON ~ FREE WORKSHOP . LUKE'S WELLNESS HUB!

In connection with DRILL's Major Show, 'Deep Dark Tales' opening this September at Theatre Royal, we will be hosting a FREE workshop at St. Luke's Wellness Hub in Nipaluna/Hobart

📆 Tuesday, 8 September
⏰ 4:30 - 5:30pm
👫 Ages 13-25
🎟 Bookings are essential

Book Now at https://www.theatreroyal.com.au/shows/world-deep-dark-tales

Step into the world of Deep Dark Tales with our Artistic Director Tara Robertson.

Drawing inspiration from the creatures, folklore and the themes of Deep Dark Tales, participants will explore imaginative movement through playful creative tasks, discover how mythical creatures and dark storytelling can inspire movement, create bold choreographic sequences, and learn an excerpt from the show The Monster Pack.

This workshop offers a behind-the-scenes insight into the creative process behind Deep Dark Tales, DRILL's upcoming performance at the Theatre Royal.

Whether you're an experienced dancer or simply curious about moving and storytelling, you'll be challenged to move, imagine and create.

Come and experience the world of Deep Dark Tales before it comes to life on stage, this September at Theatre Royal!

'Deep Dark Tales' is supported by the Tasmanian Government through Arts Tasmania, and the Australian Government Regional Arts Fund, which supports the arts in regional and remote Australia, with In-Kind support from Theatre Royal, Kickstart Arts, and Axelbone.

30/07/2026

We want to start off Term 3 by celebrating all our Horizon Project participants!

In Term 2, at our combined Performance Day, hosted by Montrose Bay High School, students from Glenorchy, Goodwood, Rosetta, and Windermere Primary alongside MBHS students joined forces to deliver 5 individual choreographic pieces for family, friends, and teachers. Parents and principals thrilled at the opportunity to witness the accomplishments of these students and an afternoon of smiles, chills and joy was experienced by all 😍

Students focused on collaboration, connection, and choreography during 9 workshops to co-devise a performance piece inspired by the theme ‘Living Webs’ where they spoke to the importance of our connection to each other, community, family and friends, and how building and growing that community leads to better decision-making and individual confidence. 💪

DRILL runs Horizon Project annually in Southern Lutruwita, supporting our students and young people into the next phase of education and nurturing skills they’ll use for the rest of their lives.

Want to have an impact? You can support this project, and others by becoming a donor or sponsor at https://drillperformance.com/support-drill. 🎁

Photos by Laura Purcell

Horizon Project 2026 was made possible through the support of the Tasmanian Government through Arts Tasmania, and the Tasmanian Community Fund, with In-kind support from Montrose Bay High School, Kickstart Arts, & all our participating schools. Thank you!

13/07/2026

🌏Now you can support the planet & DRILL at the same time 🌏

We're excited to be included on Recycle Rewards' list of eligible non-profits in Lutruwita/Tassie, because we also believe that through small actions we can make big changes for our community and the environment.

Find us in the list of organisations the next time you bring your returnables to the bottle bank, scan our bar code, and start your returns. Knowing that your change will directly go towards youth programming in our area makes recycling even more meaningful!🕺

If you're new to Recycle Rewards, you can find them at https://recyclerewards.com.au/- to set up your account and find locations to start Funding the Footwork!



DRILL is supported by the Tasmanian government through Arts Tasmania, the Tasmanian Community Fund, City of Hobart through Creative Hobart, the Australian Government Regional Arts Fund, which supports the arts in regional and remote Australia, and our private donors.

08/07/2026

Gabe Comerford will be at Youth Arts & Recreation Centre next Thursday morning for a FREE workshop!

Step into the world of Deep Dark Tales, and join Gabe Comerford, acclaimed Contemporary Dance artist (Mparntwe/Alice Springs) for a morning of high-energy dance moves. Through playful, monster-mythical creature tasks you’ll create monster inspired movements, build bold sequences, and learn a section of the show – The Monster Pack!

Find out more at https://events.humanitix.com/host/yarc, and register before spaces fill up 💥

07/07/2026

DRILL's Indie classes are taking a break for the month of July. We will return to the studio on Thursday, 6 August for a 7 week term. You can find the dates, and check for updates on our site at https://drillperformance.com/classes-indie.

See you in August!

01/07/2026

Huge congratulations to Tassie Mums on their recent MyState Bank Community Choice Award win! (16,400 votes statewide!)

It was an honour to compete alongside so many great organisations last week, and a wonderful opportunity to engage with our community.

Thank you to all our supporters who voted for us and spread the word about the work we do in Southern Lutruwita. We know that support comes in many shapes and sizes, and you showed up for us 😍

If you've been inspired by last week and want to do more to support DRILL and our many projects, please visit us at https://drillperformance.com/support-drill.

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Tassie Mums has won the MyState Foundation’s $25,000 Community Choice Award in Tasmania after topping a public vote against hundreds of nominees.

The one-off award marked the foundation’s 25-year anniversary and drew more than 370 nominations and 16,400 votes statewide.

MyState chief executive Brett Morgan said the result showed strong community support.

Tassie Mums founder Clair Harris said "every vote represents someone who believes that all children deserve comfort and the basics that many of us take for granted".

The charity will use the funding to reach more vulnerable young Tasmanians with essentials including clothing, nappies, cots, prams and school supplies.

29/06/2026

It's the final countdown! Voting closes TODAY at 5PM. Your vote directly supports young people in our communities in the greater Nipaluna/Hobart area through Horizon Project, DRILL's in-schools combined performance program. We bring multiple district schools together to showcase their work, creating connections for students and families alike.

Go to https://www.mystate.com.au/community-choice-award and cast your vote today before the deadline 🕺

Thank you to everyone who has already voted and shared, we couldn't do it without you!

26/06/2026

It's Friday! The week is getting away from us all, and there's only a few days left to cast your vote for DRILL in 's Community Choice Awards 🥹

Directly supporting our in-schools Horizon Project, these funds go right back into our communities, creating change for Tassie's young people through collaborative performance- Through dance we connect, communicate and learn about each other and ourselves, building lifelong skills 💪😍

You can be a part of this incredible project by voting for DRILL at https://www.mystate.com.au/community-choice-award

Already voted for DRILL?! THANK YOU!

Let's keep sharing and getting the word out 🕺

25/06/2026

It might be cold outside, but you can still warm the cockles of your heart by voting for DRILL in the 2026 Community Choice Awards!

Just go to https://www.mystate.com.au/community-choice-award and find us in the drop down menu.

This funding will directly support our Horizon Project, bringing quality arts, performance, and skills development into our primary and high schools in Southern Lutruwita. A worthy program that brings our communities together 🍍

Voting end Monday, 29 June at 5PM. Vote early & SHARE WIDELY and remember to VOTE DRILL!