Youth events

The City of Casey has a variety of programs and activities for Casey youth including: 

• Youth Services Program (see the Spring School Holiday Flyer)
• Casey 360 Bus
• You can join IGN!TE Entertainment to help deliver our Amplify events
• Plus groups for young writers, arts and music.

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Schools on Stage 2025: Get Your Tickets Now!

Prepare to be dazzled! The 13th Annual Schools on Stage is hitting the Bunjil Place Theatre on Thursday, 4 September from 7.30pm.

Join us for an electrifying night hosted by the dynamic duo, Chris Sebastian and Tahlia Eve. You'll witness the incredible talent of local high school students as they go head-to-head in an eisteddfod-style competition, belting out two show-stopping numbers from their school musicals. It's a fantastic opportunity for these young performers to shine, gain valuable experience, and connect with other musical theatre lovers.

This year, eight incredible schools are vying for the top spot in our Premier Division. You won't want to miss their amazing performances!

Premier Division Schools and Their Musicals:

• Casey Grammar School: The Addams Family
• Cranbourne East Secondary College: Mamma Mia!
• Cranbourne Secondary College: Wizard of Oz (RSC)
• Kambrya College: High School Musical: On Stage
• Koo Wee Rup Secondary College: Shrek the Musical
• Maranatha Christian School: MIDNIGHT: the Cinderella Musical
• St Francis Xavier College: Chicago: Teen Edition
• St Peter's College: West Side Story: Schools Edition.

Don't miss out on this spectacular showcase of young talent! Grab your tickets today at Bunjil Place Ticketing.

A big thank you to our major sponsor, Music Theatre International Australasia, for their continued support of Schools on Stage.

Casey Creations Youth Arts Competition 2025

Casey Creations Youth Arts Competition – Entries Now Open!

Are you bursting with creativity? Got a story to tell, a moment to capture, or a vision to share? Casey Creations is your chance to shine!

This dynamic arts competition is open to young people from Grade 5 to Year 12 who live, work, study, or have a connection to the City of Casey. Whether you're a painter, photographer, filmmaker, or creative thinker—this is your platform to be seen, celebrated, and rewarded!

What You Can Enter

Choose from one of the following categories:

• Visual Arts
• Photography
• Short Form Video (up to 60 seconds)
• Visual Arts or Photography for young people with disability

There’s no set theme, so let your imagination lead the way!

Who Can Enter

Entries will be judged in three age groups:

• Junior: Grades 5–6 (or age equivalent)
• Intermediate: Years 7–9 (or age equivalent)
• Senior: Years 10–12 (or age equivalent)

How to Enter

• Entry is free
• You can submit up to two pieces
• Complete the online entry form for each submission
   Submit your entry
• Terms and conditions apply and are available on the entry form

Important Dates

• Entries open: Friday 29 August 2025
• Entries close: Sunday 12 October 2025 at 5:00 PM

 Judging & Results

• All entries will be reviewed by a panel of local artists and young people.
  Winners will be contacted by email in early November.

For any questions, please contact tmcmanus@casey.vic.gov.au

Fresh Words Young Writers Competition 2025: Announcing our winners!

This Year's Fresh Words Young Writers Competition was nothing short of inspiring! We were blown away by over 160 entries we received from talented young writers in grades 5 to year 12 across creative writing, poetry/lyrics and English as an Additional Language (EAL). Unfortunately, the EAL category did not receive enough entries for awards in 2025.

The judging process was highly competitive, and our esteemed judges had the difficult task of selecting the winners. To all participants, we commend your dedication and effort! Putting pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) takes courage and creativity, and we are so impressed by the stories you shared.

Big congratulations to our winners. Your talent truly shines through. We also want to give a special shout-out to those who were shortlisted by the judges. Your work deserves recognition, and we encourage you to keep writing and honing your craft.

Didn't see your name on the list this year? Don't be discouraged! Writing is a journey, and every competition is a learning experience. Keep writing, keep exploring your creativity, and we look forward to seeing your entries in future Fresh Words competitions!

Here are the winners of the Fresh Words Young Writers Competition 2025

Creative Writing (Grades 5-6)

• First Place – Aarav T-Shynesh, "Tears Were Born" (Topirum Primary School)
• Merit Award – Theruni Yasaara Korale, "Going Back" (Thomas Mitchell P.S.)
• Encouragement Award – Ethan Manning, "The Time Travelling Opal Hunter" (Kilberry Valley Primary School)

Creative Writing (Years 7-9)

• First Place – Thenuka Senanayake, "Whispers in the Dark" (Berwick Secondary College)
• Merit Award – Jessica Nguyen, "Tag No. 1253" (Kambrya College)
• Encouragement Award – Almira Hafiz, "The House on Cinders Road" (Clyde Secondary College)

Creative Writing (Years 10-12)

• First Place – Ryan Crossley, "Watson's Apology" (Beaconhills College)
• Merit Award – Amna Bilal, "Check, mate" (Nossal High School)
• Encouragement Award – Sinesha Kodikara, "When I Grow Up" (Kambrya College)

Poetry/Lyrics (Grades 5-6)

• First Place – Likhitha Maria Jyothis, "A Koala’s Hope" (Brentwood Park Primary School)
• Merit Award – Neriah Algama, "The Breadwinner's Weep" (St Catherine's Primary School Berwick)
• Encouragement Award – Anahita Billimoria, "Twirl, Flip and Fly" (St Margaret's Berwick Grammar)

Poetry/Lyrics (Years 7-9)

• First Place – Aseni Gnanadasa, "Searching for Peace" (St Margarets Berwick Grammar)
• Merit Award – Minahil Zaidi, "Becoming" (Kambrya College)
• Encouragement Award – Zsofia Cabacis, "Warrior Reborn" (Clyde Secondary College)

Poetry/Lyrics (Years 10-12)

• First Place – Bobby Bhatia, "841" (Nossal High School)
• Merit Award – Sinesha Kodikara, "Bruises and Belief" (Kambrya College)
• Encouragement Award – Thiseni Senanayake, "Mortal Hope" (Nossal High School)

For more information

• Check out the Fresh Words Young Writers Booklet 2025 to see the winning entries in creative writing and poetry/lyrics
• Read about the 2024 Fresh Words Young Writers Competition Winners
• Check out the Fresh Words Young Writers Booklet 2024 to see the winning entries in creative writing and poetry/lyrics
• For any questions, please contact tmcmanus@casey.vic.gov.au

Amplify Committee – IGN!TE Entertainment 

Amplify (formerly known as FReeZA) is a Victorian Government initiative that supports young Victorians to get involved in the community by planning and running drug, alcohol, and smoke-free events for other young people.

Amplify Youth Committee - IGN!TE Entertainment is looking for Casey young people aged 12-25 to join the committee. 

As a committee member, you will be able to:

• Learn about event management from planning to delivery, with a focus on creating safe and fun events for your peers.
• Gain hands-on experience in all aspects of event management, including artist liaison, stage management, and technical production.
• Meet other young people from your community and make a difference.
• Develop valuable skills that you can use in your future career or to make a difference in your community.
• Network with other young people and professionals.
• Support local musicians, artists, and performers.

Amplify program delivers every two weeks during the school term. 

• When: Tuesdays, every two weeks
• Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
• Location: Narre Warren Youth Information Centre
• Cost: FREE.

Interested in becoming an IGN!TE Entertainment committee member?

Complete your Expression of Interest form.

Submissions must be completed by January 31st 2025. 

For further information about Amplify please check out www.freeza.vic.gov.au or If you would like to speak to Casey Amplify team please contact the City of Casey 9705 5200 or email Veronica Stanley at vstanley@casey.vic.gov.au.

Music and art groups

The City of Casey has purpose-built performing arts rehearsal centre called The Factory. 

The Factory is home to more than 25 performing arts groups that host dance, theatre, chorale, tutorial, film and many other forms of performing arts activities.

It features a range of rehearsal and practice rooms for hire and a recording studio and video production services for hire.

Casey Young Performers - Call Out

Shine On Stage!

Do you have a talent or skills to share?

City of Casey Youth Services is looking for young performers aged 12-25 years to feature on our upcoming youth events. 

We offer paid opportunities for performers of all types and skill levels, including singers, musicians, dancers, comedians, spoken word poets, magicians, and more.

What are the requirements?

• Performers must be aged 12-25 years old
• Performers must live, work, study, or have a significant connection with the City of Casey

How can I get involved?

Please register your interest by completing the online form.