Kaleidoscope Kids: School Holiday Arts Program

Next date: Monday, 29 September 2025 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Kaleidoscope Kids September

Craft, dance, sing and create this spring with Kaleidoscope Kids. Kaleidoscope Kids is a school holiday arts program that encourages creativity through active learning, experimentation, artistic creation and fun. Developed for 5 to 13 year olds, Kaleidoscope Kids offers activities and workshops ranging from acting and music to visual arts and crafts. There's something to inspire every child's imagination. 

All sessions are guided by skilled artist-educators and supported by dedicated staff. 

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Monday

Petal Prints: Gel Plate Printing with Melissa Gaggiano 

Roll up for a morning of printing-made-easy, with local artist Melissa Gaggiano. Together we will produce small flower prints using a layered gel plate process. All materials supplied. Participants may get paint stains on their clothes, dress as appropriate. 

Workshop: Monday 29 September, 10am - 12pm
Admission: $20 + Booking fee
Suitable for ages 5–13

Tuesday

Blooming Threads: Punch Needle Embroidery with Melissa Gaggiano

Spring into mindful action with an embroidery technique that can be mastered within one session. Together we will create embroidered samplers, inspired by nature. This workshop will begin your journey into a free form textile adventure, from making your own cushions, to creating rugs and wall art!

Workshop: Tuesday 30 September, 10am - 12pm 
Admission: $20 + Booking fee
Suitable for ages 5–13

Canvas Creatures: Flower Birds on Canvas with Rebel Stepz Arts

Get ready to snip, stick, and splash some colour! In this fun and hands-on workshop, kids will create their very own flower bird masterpiece on canvas using craft flowers, paint, and a whole lot of imagination. 

No experience needed - just bring your creativity and get ready to make something beautiful to take home and hang on the wall. It's the perfect blend of art, nature, and a little bit of magic this spring!

Workshop: Tuesday 30 September, 10am - 11am
Admission: $15 + Booking fee
Suitable for ages 7–13

Wednesday

The Beat Lab with Big Racket Studio

Big Racket Studio are back and this time you'll be learning how to sequence beats, basslines, and melodies to build your very own song. Using Move, a fun tool for music-making, you'll discover how to layer sounds and develop your own original song. When the workshop wraps up, you'll get to share your song and hear everyone else's beats!

Workshop: Wednesday 1 October, 10am - 12pm & 1pm - 3pm
Admission: $20 + Booking fee
Suitable for ages 7–13

Thursday

Act! Sing! Create! with Australian Musical Theatre Academy 

Step into the spotlight with a magical morning inspired by one of the world's most beloved movie musicals - Wicked!

Guided by a dynamic team of theatre professionals - including a director, musical director, and visual artist - children will sing, act, and create their very own Wicked-inspired masterpiece. 

Young performers are invited to come dressed as their favourite character from Wicked and bring the story to life through fun-filled theatre games and show stopping songs from the musical. The workshop finishes with a creative art activity that captures the heart and spirit of the musical Wicked!

It's creativity, confidence and musical magic all rolled into one unforgettable morning!

Workshop: Thursday 2 October, 9am - 1pm
Admission: $45 + Booking fee
Suitable for ages 7–12

Accessibility

Kingston Arts Centre is wheelchair accessible and accessible toilets are available. For more information please visit: Venue Accessibility.

When

  • Monday, 29 September 2025 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 30 September 2025 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 01 October 2025 | 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • Thursday, 02 October 2025 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Location

Kingston Arts Centre, 979-985 Nepean Highway, Moorabbin, 3189, View Map

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