Geoffrey W Graham presents,
The Man from Ironbark - for Schools

Here's what people have said about "The Man from Ironbark."
The response from audiences has been astonishing. It is not suprising that this show has been authorised by the NSW Dept of Education. "Wonderful, just wonderful" was typical of the comments. The performance has also been given the green light in Queensland by the Arts Council and the Department of Education.

"Excellent,.brought a long gone poet to life"... Marshall Gordon, The Hall State School
"Absolutely superb-should be seen by all schoolchildren"
Gladys and Alan Gunns
"All Australians must see this show.
A real breath of the Bush"
Bruce Simpson - Poet

The New South Wales Department of Education and Training has a section called Perfomances for Schools. This Unit oversees performances in NSW schools and authorises those shows that meet the standard set by the Dpartment. In the Unit's Publications sent to schools and on the Department's Web site, their comments on "The man" include:

With audience interaction, humour, drama and music Geoffrey Graham explains elements of 'Banjo' Paterson's life and his works. Included are classics like "The Man from Snowy River", "Mulga Bill's Bicycle" and of course "The Man from Ironbark". This performance is educational, entertaining and lets students see the persona of one of the greatest Bush Poets in our history. As the well-known presenter of Banjo's works, Geoffrey creates a stunning impersonation.

FORMAT

Suitability: Grades 4 to 12. Duration: One hour.
Cost: $3.50/student Minimum cost $350.
Set up time: 75 min (Show includes lighting and props)
Subject emphasis: History, English, Drama, Music, poetry & Social Ed.
Teachers notes available and include a CD of Geoffrey's renditions and a book of the best of 'Banjo' compiled by Geoffrey.
 

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