Seymour Centre and Treehouse Theatre present
Chasing Freedom
The Incredible Journey of Child Refugees
Join us for an unforgettable performance of Treehouse Theatre's Chasing Freedom - The Incredible Journey of Child Refugees.
Experience the powerful narratives of young refugees, now teenagers, as they bravely share their real-life journeys of escaping war and persecution to start anew in Australia. This poignant performance marks the culmination of 13 weeks of group counselling and trauma recovery, empowering participants to find their voices in a safe and supportive environment.
Chasing Freedom invites you to engage and connect with the refugee experience, fostering empathy and understanding. Suitable for ages 12 and up, including families, educators and community workers alike.
Enhance your professional development while supporting these remarkable young individuals as they express their resilience and hope. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a significant transformative journey - secure your tickets today!
Image credit: Jorge Aparicio
"In awe of the bravery of the students to share and perform their stories in a language not their own. Very inspiring."Jacqueline Chin, Wellbeing Support, NSW Department of Education
"Fantastic performances, great to see and understand the experiences of refugees. Very invaluable experience."Teacher, Holroyd High School
"Inspiring. Emotional. Amazing. Everyone should see it! [It was an] an absolute pleasure to have witnessed this incredible play. It is important to have these stories shared with the wider public."Matt Cruze, Refugee Council of Australia
Director Catherine Maguire-Donvito and Isaac Owen
Tickets
$20 per student. One teacher free per 10 students; $20 for each additional teacher.
Payment
Find out how our school bookings process works. Full payment for this event is due by 2 Oct 2025.
From 30 Oct 2025, if you are a teacher trying to make a school booking for this event, please contact our Box Office staff directly via phone 02 7255 1561 or email schoolbookings@seymour.sydney.edu.au
Curriculum links
Suitable for students in years 7 - 12:
Stage 4 English, PDHPE, Geography and Drama
Stage 5 English, PDHPE, Geography, History, and Drama
Stage 6 Preliminary Drama and Society and Culture
Stage 6 HSC Drama and Society and Culture
All Stages Social Cohesion, Social Justice, and Wellbeing programs
Detailed curriculum links can be found here.
Post-show Q&As
Join the team for a 10-minute Q&A following each performance.
Resources
Download the Teacher Resource Kit.
Your visit
Find out how to get here, where to eat and when to arrive.
Find out about our COVID-Safe measures.
Risk assessment
Find our 2025 risk assessment information here.
Suitable for students in years 7 - 12:
Stage 4 English, PDHPE, Geography and Drama
Stage 5 English, PDHPE, Geography, History, and Drama
Stage 6 Preliminary Drama and Society and Culture
Stage 6 HSC Drama and Society and Culture
All Stages Social Cohesion, Social Justice, and Wellbeing programs
York Theatre
| Thu 13 Nov | 10am |
|---|---|
| Fri 14 Nov | 10am, 12:30pm |
| Sat 15 Nov | 4pm |
Approximately 90 minutes with no interval. Includes a 10-minute post-show Q&A.
Partial lockout applies patrons may enter between vignettes.
| School Student | $20 |
|---|---|
| Teacher | $20 |
| Adult | $30 |
| Concession (Pensioner, Veteran, Full-time Student, Senior)* | $25 |
$6 transaction fee applies for general public bookings. No transaction fee applies for school bookings.
One teacher free per 10 students; $20 for each additional teacher.
*Please be prepared to present corresponding ID at your event if requested by our staff. Read more.
Recommended for ages 10+. Contains loud or sudden noises. Photography and filming strictly prohibited.
The only authorised ticket seller for this event is Seymour Centre. If you purchase from an unauthorised seller, you risk that your tickets may be fake or invalid.
Suitable for students in years 7 - 12:
Stage 4 English, PDHPE, Geography and Drama
Stage 5 English, PDHPE, Geography, History, and Drama
Stage 6 Preliminary Drama and Society and Culture
Stage 6 HSC Drama and Society and Culture
All Stages Social Cohesion, Social Justice, and Wellbeing programs
York Theatre
| Thu 13 Nov | 10am |
|---|---|
| Fri 14 Nov | 10am, 12:30pm |
| Sat 15 Nov | 4pm |
Approximately 90 minutes with no interval. Includes a 10-minute post-show Q&A.
Partial lockout applies patrons may enter between vignettes.
| School Student | $20 |
|---|---|
| Teacher | $20 |
| Adult | $30 |
| Concession (Pensioner, Veteran, Full-time Student, Senior)* | $25 |
$6 transaction fee applies for general public bookings. No transaction fee applies for school bookings.
One teacher free per 10 students; $20 for each additional teacher.
*Please be prepared to present corresponding ID at your event if requested by our staff. Read more.
Recommended for ages 10+. Contains loud or sudden noises. Photography and filming strictly prohibited.
The only authorised ticket seller for this event is Seymour Centre. If you purchase from an unauthorised seller, you risk that your tickets may be fake or invalid.
Director Catherine Maguire-Donvito and Isaac Owen
Tickets
$20 per student. One teacher free per 10 students; $20 for each additional teacher.
Payment
Find out how our school bookings process works. Full payment for this event is due by 2 Oct 2025.
From 30 Oct 2025, if you are a teacher trying to make a school booking for this event, please contact our Box Office staff directly via phone 02 7255 1561 or email schoolbookings@seymour.sydney.edu.au
Curriculum links
Suitable for students in years 7 - 12:
Stage 4 English, PDHPE, Geography and Drama
Stage 5 English, PDHPE, Geography, History, and Drama
Stage 6 Preliminary Drama and Society and Culture
Stage 6 HSC Drama and Society and Culture
All Stages Social Cohesion, Social Justice, and Wellbeing programs
Detailed curriculum links can be found here.
Post-show Q&As
Join the team for a 10-minute Q&A following each performance.
Resources
Download the Teacher Resource Kit.
Your visit
Find out how to get here, where to eat and when to arrive.
Find out about our COVID-Safe measures.
Risk assessment
Find our 2025 risk assessment information here.