Performing Arts Term 2 Wrap-Up!

DANCE

Dance Academy

It’s been a busy and creative term in our Year 7–9 Dance Academy classes!

Our talented Year 7 dancers are putting the finishing touches on their choreography tasks, showcasing their creativity, teamwork, and performance skills in the musical theatre genre. Meanwhile, our Year 8 and 9 students are preparing to submit their Artist Statements, reflecting on their movement choices, influences, and personal growth throughout the term.

As we look ahead, all classes will soon begin working on their exciting new Semester Two routines. Students will explore a range of styles including jazz, lyrical, and contemporary, diving into new techniques and performance opportunities. We can’t wait to see what they create next!

7 Dance

Year 7 Dance students are embracing creativity as they choreograph their own original routines, exploring popular dance styles from the 1970s to now. From disco and hip-hop to current trends, students are studying how music and movement have evolved over the decades. They are experimenting with rhythm, formations, and iconic moves to capture the essence of each era. This practical project encourages collaboration, self-expression, and a deeper appreciation of dance history. The final performances will showcase their ability to blend past and present styles into dynamic, entertaining choreography.

11 Dance

Year 11 Dance students have just completed their first senior unit, which culminated in the creation and performance of their own individual contemporary dance pieces.

In Unit 2, students shift their focus to investigating how both physical and virtual environments influence a choreographer’s creative decisions and the dancer’s ability to convey meaning. Through this study, they deepen their understanding of how different settings shape the development and communication of ideas in dance.

Students learn to analyse, interpret, and evaluate dance works by exploring how movement can be manipulated using key dance concepts and performance skills. They also examine how choreographers and performers in Australia use various environments to enhance their artistic expression.

This unit encourages students to combine practical and theoretical knowledge, helping them develop a thoughtful and creative approach to dance in today’s ever-evolving performance spaces.

DRAMA

8 Drama

Year 8 Drama students recently took part in an energetic slapstick workshop, learning how to fall, trip, and stumble safely. The session focused on building physical comedy skills, with students practicing exaggerated movements and classic comedic timing. These new techniques will be featured in their upcoming Children’s Theatre assessment pieces, helping them create engaging, humorous performances for young audiences. The workshop was a hit, filled with laughter and creativity.

9 Drama

Year 9 Drama students are gearing up for their final performance of the year! This term, they have explored the theme of risk-taking among young people through the play Juice, developing their acting skills in the style of Realism. Along the way, they’ve built confidence, strengthened their teamwork, and embraced the creative process.

This semester has been a powerful opportunity for students to express themselves, explore human emotion, and grow as performers. It would be fantastic to see these students continue their creative journey by selecting Drama in Year 10, where they can further develop their performance skills, deepen their understanding of theatre, and take their artistic expression to the next level.

10 Drama

Year 10 Drama students are continuing their deep dive into Verbatim Theatre, each directing a scene from Scattered Lives by Sally McKenzie. As part of developing their director’s vision, students are creating original set, costume, and lighting designs to enhance the emotional impact and meaning of their chosen scenes. The play explores powerful themes such as displacement, resilience, and the refugee experience in Australia. Through this hands-on process, students are gaining a deeper understanding of how theatrical design can support storytelling, highlight key themes, and give voice to real-life stories that deserve to be heard.

11 Drama

Our Year 11 Drama students have just wrapped up an inspiring journey through Verbatim Theatre, where they devised and performed their own original works based on real voices and stories. Their creativity, empathy, and commitment to authentic storytelling shone through in every performance.

Now, the class is diving into a new and exciting unit exploring Realism, Magical Realism, and Australian Gothic Theatre. These powerful styles challenge students to reflect on how theatre can hold a mirror up to society, revealing truths, sparking conversations and imagining new perspectives. As part of this unit, students will develop a dramatic vision, a conceptual blueprint for a performance that speaks to the world around them. From there, they’ll bring one of these visions to life on stage, blending imagination with insight to create theatre that resonates with modern audiences. We can’t wait to see what bold, thought-provoking work emerges next!

EXRA CURRICULAR

Dance Squad

Our amazing Dance Squad has had a huge few weeks, lighting up the stage with their high-energy performance at our recent Dance Night! Their commitment, passion, and polished routine wowed the audience and made us incredibly proud.

Next up, the squad will be representing our school at the Creative Edge Showcase Evening, performing alongside the studio dancers. We can’t wait to see them take the stage again and share their love of dance with a new audience!

Drama Troupe

Fresh from an outstanding performance evening at Drama Night, our talented Drama Troupe continues to impress! Their energy, passion, and stage presence lit up the night, leaving the audience inspired and entertained.

Now, the troupe is channelling that same creative spark into a new challenge: writing their own short film scripts. This exciting phase sees students bringing their ideas to life on the page, crafting compelling stories that will soon leap from script to screen. Naturally, collaboration is at the heart of this process. From brainstorming sessions to script development, students are working together, sharing ideas and supporting each other to shape bold, original narratives. We can’t wait to see these stories come alive in performance! Stay tuned—there’s more magic to come!

Vocal Ensemble

The Vocal Ensemble is in full rehearsal mode, preparing two exciting pieces for upcoming performances: Everywhere by Fleetwood Mac and Because by The Beatles. Blending classic harmonies with contemporary energy, the ensemble is refining their vocal technique, expression, and group dynamics. These songs will feature in both the highly anticipated Music Night and Performing Arts Week in Term 3. With rich vocal layering and emotional depth, the ensemble is working hard to bring each piece to life and captivate audiences with their performances.

Dance Night

What an unforgettable evening! Our annual Dance Night was a complete sell-out, and the energy in the Performing Arts Centre was electric.

The show featured a vibrant mix of musical theatre, jazz, contemporary, and lyrical routines, all performed with incredible passion and professionalism by our talented students. From start to finish, the audience was captivated by the creativity, skill, and dedication on display.

A huge thank you to our performers, backstage crew, and supporters who made the night such a standout success. We’re already counting down to next year’s show!

Musical

The energy is high, the pink is popping, and the cast of Legally Blonde: The Musical is well on its way to delivering a show-stopping performance! Rehearsals have been buzzing with excitement as students dive deeper into their characters and bring the world of Elle Woods to life with heart, humour, and a whole lot of hair flicks.

We’re well into Act 2 now, with scenes taking shape and choreography coming together with flair. From courtroom showdowns to iconic musical numbers, every rehearsal is packed with creativity, laughter, and impressive dedication. The cast is not only growing as performers but also as a team—supporting one another and truly embracing the spirit of the show.

With costumes, set pieces, and final polish on the horizon, this production is shaping up to be an unforgettable event.

Performing Arts Week is Coming!

Get ready for a jam-packed week of creativity and talent as we celebrate Performing Arts Week in Week 2 of Term 3!

The week will kick off with a vibrant Parade Performance on Monday, bringing energy and colour to the school grounds. On Tuesday, our talented music students will take the spotlight with live performances at the canteen and PAC alfresco area. Wednesday will feature a dynamic Dance performance on the stage in the PAC, followed by a fun-filled Drama games session on Thursday. We’ll finish the week on a high with Music Night on Friday – a showcase of incredible student talent you won’t want to miss!

We can’t wait to celebrate the performing arts with our whole school community!

Save the Date – Music Night 2025!

Mark your calendars! Our first annual Music Night is happening on Friday 25th July (Week 3, Term 2) and promises to be an unforgettable evening of live music and student talent.

Doors will open at 6:00pm, with the show starting promptly at 6:30pm in the Performing Arts Centre.

Join us for a night of amazing performances from our talented musicians, vocalists, and ensembles. It’s a highlight of the school calendar and a wonderful way to support the incredible work happening in our music program.

Save the date – we can't wait to see you there!