Performing Arts - Music & Theatre
Head of Performing Arts & Instrumental Music - Carolyn Hernandez
Overnewton Anglican Community College
Oliver!
You're invited to a wonderful adventure! - OLIVER! The Musical
Join Oliver Twist on a heartwarming journey through the streets of Victorian London in this much-loved musical packed with unforgettable songs, colourful characters, and exciting plot twists.
Featuring classic favourites including "Food, Glorious Food," "Consider Yourself," and "I'd Do Anything," this spectacular production promises an evening of laughter, drama, and entertainment for the whole family.
Date: Friday 21st August 7:00pm
Saturday 22nd August 2:30pm and 7:00pm
Venue: Clocktower Centre, Moonee Ponds | Book Your Tickets Now! |
Festival of Music: Concert 1 - A Celebration of Strings
Tickets are still available for the first concert in this year's Festival of Music series. Be inspired by performances from our talented string ensembles and Orffestra as students ranging from beginners to advanced musicians share the stage.
With a captivating program of classical masterworks, contemporary gems, and collaborative performances, this concert highlights the passion, progress, and enjoyment that come from making music together.
Join us for an uplifting evening that celebrates young musicians and the power of music. 🎻✨
You can find the program for the event below:
The Festival Continues with Bands in Concert!
Ticket sales to the Bands in Concert event are now available.
Featuring Symphonic Band, Gravity Band, Big Band, Little Big Band, Burrito Band, Senior School Jazz Band and Year 9 Jazz Band, this concert promises varied music that will entertain and challenge.
What a wonderful opportunity to listen to the college’s outstanding instrumental students.
Victorian Schools Music Festival
After the success of our string groups, Gravity Band and Symphonic Band will take to the Hawthorn Arts Centre stage in the next 2 weeks to represent the college. Parents are warmly invited to attend.
| Performers | Venue | Date | Performance Time |
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| Gravity Band | Hawthorn Arts Centre | Thursday 20th August | 9:45am
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| Symphonic Band | Hawthorn Arts Centre | Monday 24th August | 6:45pm |
Please note performance times and student arrival times differ, details have been sent via Compass, and are listed below.
Term 3 Performing Arts Events
| Date | Time | Event | Performers |
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Tuesday 18 August | Performers arrive at 4pm for the 5:00pm performance | The Festival of Music: A Celebration of Strings Clocktower Centre | All string ensembles and Orffestra |
Thursday 20 August | Students arrive at Yirramboi at 7:45 to travel by bus for the 9:45 performance | Victorian School Music Festival Hawthorn Arts Centre | Gravity Band |
Friday 21 August | 7:00pm | College Musical: Oliver! Clocktower Centre | Oliver cast and crew |
Saturday 22 August | 2:00pm & 7:00pm | ||
Monday 24 August | Students arrive at Hawthorn Arts Centre at 6:15pm for a 6:45pm performance | Victorian School Music Festival Hawthorn Arts Centre | Symphonic Band |
| Wednesday 26 August | 7:00pm – information will be communicated regarding students arrival times. | The Festival of Music: Bands in Concert Clocktower Centre | Burrito, Gravity, Symphonic Bands, Big Band, Little Big band, SS Jazz Band, Year 9 Jazz band |
Friday 28 August | Afternoon | Burrito Band at Junior School Book Week Assembly Canowindra Campus | Burrito Band |
Friday 28 August | 7:00pm | Battle of the Bands Penola Catholic College | Selected Rock Bands |
Monday 31 August | 7:00pm | Festival of Music: VCE Concert Yirramboi Assembly Hall | VCE Music Students |
| Wednesday 2 September | 7:00pm | Festival of Music: Out of the Blue Musicland, Fawkner | Rock Bands |
Monday 7 September | 7:00pm | Festival of Music: Choral Showcase Clocktower Centre | Choirs Year 1 - 12 |
| Wednesday 9 September | 6:30pm | Year 5/6 Musical Season 2: Seussical Performance 1 Yirramboi Assembly Hall | Season 2 Cast |
| Thursday 10 September | 4:30pm & 6:30pm |
Instrumental/Vocal lessons
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For families interested in having their child learn an instrument, please reach out via email or directly via the form below.