Performing Arts News
EVENTS / LOOKING AHEAD
MPD – Year 11 Unit 2 | Recital Evening | Term 4
T4 Wk1 | Thursday 5th October – 5:00pm
Evening of Excellence – Showcase of The Arts | Term 4
T4 Wk4 | Tuesday 17th October | Evening concert and Gallery
Gallery Exhibition and Performance Showcase – more info coming soon!
MDP – Semester 2 Ensemble Concert | Term 4
T4Wk9 | Thursday 30th November – 6:00pm | Berwick Church of Christ
All MDP ensemble students required. All parents, friends and staff welcome.
MDP – Studio Concert | Term 4
T4 Wk10 | Tuesday 5th December – 5:00pm / 6:10pm / 7:20pm
College Production 2023
In week 6 of this term, 144 talented students and a bunch of amazing staff presented this year’s production of Matilda the Musical JR. The students performed 5 shows to public audiences throughout last week and did an incredible job, with bundles of positive feedback from all those who came to watch.
Standout moments included Bruce eating an entire chocolate cake on stage, the magic of chalk drawing itself on the blackboard, and some absolutely outstanding vocals and characters in one of our strongest cast teams yet!
We would like to thank all the students, staff, and helpers who put in all the extra time to make this show happen, as well as all the family and friends as their support is hugely appreciated. Another special thank you to all the year 12s who are sadly leaving us this year, we appreciate all that you have contribute, we will miss you!
To the cast and crew of 2023, congratulations!
If you missed the show this year, there is one more opportunity for you to see some of these students shine… Read about Schools on Stage below!
School's On Stage 2023!
Come along and support Kambrya at Schools on Stage!
Schools on Stage is a musical spectacular that celebrates the performing arts talents of Casey’s young people. Kambrya College will be performing amongst other local schools, with more than 200 young performers set to take the stage. We will perform two Matilda songs to represent the college; come cheer us on and help us hold the title of Audience Choice Award for the 5th year running!
Date: Thursday, 14 September 2023
Time: Doors open at 7.00 pm for a 7.30 pm start. Finish time is approx. 10.30 pm
Venue: Bunjil Place Theatre – 2 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren
Tickets: Available for purchase at https://www.bunjilplace.com.au/events/schools-on-stage Adults $20, Concession/Student $15, Child $10, Family $55 (includes two adults and two students/children or one adult and three students).
For further information about ticketing or Schools on Stage in general, please contact City of Casey Customer Service on 9705 5200.Looking forward to seeing you there. Congratulations to all students involved!
Victorian State School Spectacular 2023!
The Victorian State School Spectacular is an annual live song, dance, and lighting extravaganza performed at John Cain Arena. We have students this year as principal vocalists and in the orchestra as well! This is an incredible show that showcases some of the incredible performers across the state, but most importantly, some of our own!
The VSSS for 2023 is being held on Saturday the 9th of September at both 1:00pm and 6:30pm.
If you are interested in going along to support the wonderful students involved you can buy tickets via the following link: https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=STATESCH23&utm_source=ticketek.com.au&utm_medium=friendlylink&utm_campaign=STATESCH23
Ticket Details:
Adult - $40
Concession - $30
Junior Under 15 - $20
It would be great to have lots of people come down and support our great performers!
MUSICIAN DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (MDP) NEWS
Masterclass with Rob Mills
Students in MDP and Production were treated to an amazing masterclass session with Melbourne theatre and performer legend Rob Mills recently in the theatre. Rob was incredibily generous with his time and gave the students insights into his journey as a musician and performer, staying on top of being healthy and how this helps his craft as a performer, preparing for audtions and what it’s like being in an audition – including how to walk in! His approach to explaining his work and approch to the students was excellent, down to earth and combined with some humour, made for an incredible afternoon enjoyed by all.
Rob, of course, performed some work for the students and showcased his ability to sing in character (theatre) as well as sing pop songs. He also took the time to give some performance advice to our own Gauri Singh and Saskia Kirby who performed short renditions of some songs for the masterclass and received personalised on the spot feedback from Rob. This was truly fantastic to see and from all the feedback I’ve received, the students really got a lot out of this masterclass. These sessions allow students to get up close and personal with some of Melbourne’s finest musicians/performers and ask questions, see how it’s done. I’m looking forward to more amazing Masterclasses in the future. The music staff get a lot out of these sessions as PD too!
Adrian Violi
Director of Music / MDP Coordinator