Culture

Master School Revue

Safety | Directing | Choreography | Tech

Equip yourself to create magical, safe, inclusive, and unforgettable theatre experiences that ignite a lifelong love of the arts in the next generation. 

Start: Live Introductory Session – Saturday, 29 August 2026 (09:00–11:30)
Cost: Only R500 (Invoice issued after registration)
Format: 100% Online (Live Intro + Self-Paced Google Classroom)
Pacing: Completely self-paced with no strict submission deadlines.

Payment for training courses is not processed online; an invoice will be sent to you after registration.

How the Course Works

The journey begins with our live introductory session on Saturday, 29 August 2026. Afterward, you will be granted access to Google Classroom, where you can work through the modules entirely at your own pace. Depending on your prior experience, completion takes anywhere from 3 weeks to 5 months. Once you have finished your work, simply notify us. Your assessments will be marked, and upon achieving the required 80%+ pass rate across all modules, your certificate will be issued.

Who Should Take This Course?

This program removes geographical and financial barriers, offering high-quality, flexible, and self-directed learning. No previous theatre, directing, or production experience is required!

Primary School Teachers looking to confidently direct revue productions and strengthen their portfolios with verified, NQF-aligned credentials.

• • Beginner Directors, Choreographers & Student Teachers seeking a solid foundation to make their CVs stand out.
  • Parent Volunteers ready to support or lead school revue productions and arts festivals.
  • School Arts Coordinators & Administrators aiming to run safe, high-standard, and fully compliant performing arts programmes.

Roles You Can Step Into

With your NQF Level 4-aligned certificate, you will be fully equipped and confident to take on roles such as:

• • Primary School Theatre, Musical, or Dance Production Director
  • School Choreographer & Movement Director
  • Stage Manager & Technical Production Lead (Lighting, Sound, Set, Backstage)
  • Designated Safeguarding Officer (School Performing Arts)
  • School Arts Festival Organiser & Revue Production Coordinator

Course Curriculum

The course features five practical modules aligned to NQF Level 4 standards within the CATHSSETA Performing Arts field:

1. 1. Safeguarding: Manage safety and emergency incidences (SAQA US 243301) and apply principles of growth and development to young performers (SAQA US 13716).
   2. Directing: Master the fundamentals of directing performances (SAQA US 114549).
   3. Choreography & Creation: Create original performances, including choreography, workshopping, and devising (SAQA US 114548).
   4. Stage Management & Technical Production: Learn to stage manage performances effectively (SAQA US 114553).
   5. Performance & Audience Engagement: Understand how to use and adapt to audience responses (SAQA US 114545).

International Accreditation & Global Adaptability

Designed for universal application in school performing arts programmes, this course blends local compliance with global best practices.

• NQF Level 4 Aligned: Structured according to official SAQA/CATHSSETA unit standards for entry-level arts administration and production.
• SACE Endorsed: ATEACHERSCUP is a registered SACE Training Provider (PR000001127).
• International Best Practice: Integrates standards from the International Theatre Institute (ITI-UNESCO),ASSITEJ, and the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA).
• Evidence-Based Research: Built on the latest child-performer development research from leading institutions, including UCT, Stellenbosch University, Wits University, and the Royal Central School of Speech & Drama (UK).
• Multi-Departmental Integration: Incorporates safety and educational policies from the DBE (CAPS Creative Arts), DSAC, SAPS, UNICEF South Africa, and Save the Children.

World Theatre Standards: Adaptable to Any Context

We show you exactly how to adapt international grassroots frameworks to South African school resources—whether you are working in a fully equipped hall or an outdoor stage on a limited budget.

• • Injury Prevention & Safe Practice: Covers vocal health, dance warm-ups, and modern Intimacy Direction/consent protocols (IDI & Safe Sets frameworks).
  • Safe Participation & Child Protection: Trauma-informed frameworks (“Duty of Care”, “Recognise & Remove”) that meet strict legal requirements while remaining practical for everyday school use.
  • Age-Appropriate Production Management: A modular approach scalable from simple classroom sketches to full-scale musicals.
  • UNICEF-Aligned Environments: Fostering inclusive casting, consent culture, and positive environments that work in any jurisdiction.

Our Philosophy: “Safe & Creative Storytelling”

For school productions, we focus on the “Creative Fundamentals” phase. We prioritize Artistic Literacy to build confidence through voice and movement; True Inclusion to ensure every child gets meaningful stage time; Character Building to develop empathy, resilience, and teamwork; and Gender Equality, fully aligning with UN SDG 5 and DBE equity goals to provide equal opportunities for all learners.

Ready to bring stories to life? Register Now to secure your spot and receive your invoice instantly.

Supporting the reach of the United Nations Sustainable Goals focused on SDGs 1 “No Poverty”, 3 “Good Health and Well-Being”, 4 “Quality Education”, 5 “Gender Equality”, 8 “Decent Work and Economic Growth”, 10 “Reduced Inequalities”, 11 “Sustainable Cities and Communities”, 12 “Responsible Consumption and Production” and 16 “Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions”; with extended UNICEF Arts for Development support to foster child empowerment, inclusion, and holistic growth through the performing arts.