Production News

Dear Murrumbeena Families,

Wow — only 1 day to go until we’re at Robert Blackwood Hall, celebrating the incredible talent and hard work of our amazing Murrumbeena Primary School students! Get ready to move it move it!

Costumes have arrived, and this week’s rehearsals have been nothing short of fantastic. We’re thrilled to say: it’s going to be a brilliant show!

There are still a few tickets available, so don’t miss your chance to be part of what promises to be a truly magical evening. A huge amount of effort has gone into this production, and it really will be a night to remember.

Below you’ll find all the essential information for Production Week. Please read it carefully — we know there’s a lot, but it’s all important!

COSTUMES

Costumes are here and they look amazing! Most will be sent home on Thursday evening in a clearly labelled bag.

Please note:

Some items (e.g. accessories) will be kept at school by class teachers.
Do not wash or alter costumes (pinning is okay if needed).
Costumes must be worn to the evening performance on Friday.
Costumes are not required for the Friday dress rehearsal.
Students may wear a black singlet, t-shirt, leggings, stockings or shorts underneath if preferred.
All students must wear black shoes suitable for dancing.

For any costume-related questions, please contact your child’s class teacher.

FRIDAY – DAY EXCURSION

This is a normal school day from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm.

Prep – Year 3 students and some principal cast members (from Madagascar) will depart at 9:15 am sharp.
Please arrive at school on time — the buses cannot wait.
Make sure permission forms have been signed.
Students must wear full school uniform.
Canteen will only be available for Prep – Year 3 (they will return by lunchtime).
Year 4 – 6 students must bring:
A named lunch in a disposable bag
A named water bottle

FRIDAY – EVENING PERFORMANCE

Please ensure your child has dinner before arriving at the theatre.
Students should only bring a water bottle — no snacks are permitted backstage.
(Parents are also not permitted to deliver kiosk snacks during the show, as this has caused issues in the past.)

Arrival time:

Students should arrive at the theatre in costume between 5:45 pm and 6:00 pm.
Sign-in doors at the front of the theatre will be clearly labelled by year level.

Important:

Parents are not allowed inside the theatre before the show begins.
(Principal cast from Madagascar, please refer to the earlier Compass post for additional details.)
Students may bring a warm jumper if their costume is not warm enough.

Showtime:

The performance begins promptly at 6:45 pm — please be seated by then.
The show will be professionally filmed and photographed.
Photos and video will be available to purchase afterwards, so you can relax and enjoy the performance without the distraction of filming.

Student Pickup:

Children will be ready for collection at approximately 9:20 pm from the same entrance as drop-off.
Please send only one parent/guardian to collect your child to help ease congestion.
Students will not be released until the show has concluded.

MONDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER – COSTUME RETURNS

All costume items must be returned in a labelled bag to the class teacher.
Do not wash or clean costumes — they will be professionally handled.
Missing or damaged items may incur charges.
Late returns may attract a fee.

If your child will be absent on Monday 8th September, please make sure they bring a change of clothes on Friday night and let their teacher know to collect it after the performance.

Thank you again for your ongoing support, enthusiasm, and encouragement.

We are so proud of our students and can’t wait to share this special evening with you.

See you Friday night!

Warm regards (and sparkly jazz hands)

Production Badges

There are still a few past Production Badges available at the office for sale.

Shelly Nugent

Performing Arts Coordinator