Dear Parents,

We are thrilled to invite you all to a magical journey down the rabbit hole as St. Finbar's Primary School proudly presents "Alice the Musical" at Kingston City Hall! 🐇✨

Mark your calendars for the most anticipated event of the year, where our talented students will bring Lewis Carroll's beloved characters to life on the grand stage. Get ready to be enchanted by the whimsical world of Wonderland, as we take you on an extraordinary adventure filled with music, dance, and unforgettable moments.

Our dedicated cast and crew have been working tirelessly for months, rehearsing, crafting elaborate costumes, and perfecting their performances, all in pursuit of delivering a show that will leave you amazed and inspired.

This musical extravaganza promises to be a perfect outing for the entire family, as it not only showcases our students' exceptional talents but also celebrates the spirit of creativity, teamwork, and perseverance that is at the heart of St. Finbar's Primary School.

We express our heartfelt gratitude to our wonderful staff, dedicated parents, and the local community for their unwavering support and enthusiasm. Your encouragement is what fuels our students' passion for the arts and empowers them to reach for the stars.

As we eagerly count down the days to "Alice the Musical," stay tuned for further updates and behind-the-scenes glimpses.

Thank you for being a part of our vibrant school community, and we cannot wait to welcome you all to Kingston City Hall for an enchanting evening of wonder and joy!

Alice the Musical

Tickets can be access via the following link: https://www.kingstonarts.com.au/performances/school-productions

Please note this additional information regarding the 2 Main Days of Performances.

Tuesday 8th August will run as follows:

8:30 –8:45am	Children are dropped off at Kingston City Hall by parents.
9am	Rehearsals
1pm	Performance 1
2.30pm	Students are collected from the Town Hall by parents and taken home for dinner and a rest.
5pm	All Main Ensemble to arrive for make-up
6.30pm	Students arrive at Kingston City Hall dressed ready for their 7pm performance.
7pm	Performance 2

On Tuesday 8th August all students will need to be dropped off at the Kingston City Hall by 8:45am dressed and ready for a FULL DRESS rehearsal. Carpooling is highly advised. Parents are asked to do a drive through style of drop off at the City Hall on the morning of the concert where staff will greet students and escort them in. There is a slip road off Nepean Highway in front of the City Hall which is ideal for quick drop offs. Please refer to the map below.

**Please note that if you require Before or After school Care on Tuesday 8th August, a Mini bus will be running to get the students to and from Kingston City Hall (driven by myself). Students will be picked up from school at 8:30am SHARP and taken to Kingston City Hall. At the conclusion of the 1st Performance at 2:30pm, the students who are booked into aftercare will be returned to school on the Mini bus, where parents can collect their children as per usual from the school hall. Children who are not booked into before/after care will not be allowed to access this service.**

Wednesday 9th August will run as follows:

8:50am -3:30pm	Normal school day (students may come in a bit later this day, but it would be preferable if they were all present by 10am).
6pm	All Main Ensemble to arrive for make-up
6.30pm	Students arrive at Kingston City Hall dressed ready for their 7pm performance.
7pm	Performance 3

Whole School Parent Survey

Last week you should have received an email containing a survey from Ms. Hill regarding school communication methods. We are currently looking at ways to improve school communication. A big shout out to the School Advisory Council for driving this important information gathering activity. This survey will close on Monday 7th August.

2024 returning students

We are currently seeking confirmation from families in regards to the 2024 enrolment status for their children. Can I please ask all families to complete the Operoo link which was sent out on Tuesday 25th July ASAP. We currently have many families on our waiting lists for 2024 and we would like to let them know of availability of places as soon as we can.

God Bless,

Pat Berlingeri

Principal

Book Week

Friday 18th August