Arts Tasmania Youth Organisations

Support Material

“From skills development and inclusion to confidence building and legacy, Stompin is an organisation that recognises the importance of empowering young people and the communities they live in. This level of community engagement through quality art activities is invaluable to regional and remote areas and in crucial need of continued support.” Nathan Tucker - RANT Arts

“Stompin is everything I needed to grow as a human, and a dancer, for the past few years. I have learnt dance, choreography and invaluable creative processes, but I've also learned about myself through this exposure to the contemporary dance world. The teamwork, perseverance, camaraderie, and overall professionalism and evolution of this youth dance company has made me realise my own values and goals for the future, and without the guidance of the professional artists I've been exposed to through Stompin's extensive community outreach, I wouldn't be where I am, who I am, or know what I want to do in life, without it.” Ebony Nichols - Stompin Alumna/Assistant Choreographer 2024 Major Show

Stompin Video Footage

Impact + Quality of work

A short example of the quality and breadth of Stompin’s work in 2023 + interviews with a current Stompin dancer, a young Stompin leader and a Stompin parent.

Australia Youth Dance Festival

Highlights from the Australian Youth Dance Festival 2022.
Presented by Ausdance VIC in partnership with Youth Dance Australia
Co-Artistic Directors Caitlin Comerford and Kyall Shanks
Held on the lands of the Boonwurrung and Woi Wurrung people, at the Victorian College of the Arts at the University of Melbourne. Supported by City of Melbourne Arts Grants.
Video by Adam Wheeler.