Out and About
Drama Department News: Term One highlights
It’s been a brilliant start to the year in Drama! Our students have hit the ground running, not just as emerging performers, but as brave, confident collaborators. We’ve seen them tackle performance nerves, take creative risks, and work alongside peers they might not usually partner with.
In Drama, we believe in creating a space where everyone feels supported, valued and encouraged to give it a go, because let’s face it, no one nails something the first time they try it! But with a deep breath, a bit of courage, and lots of encouragement, our students have taken to the stage (or classroom) and performed beautifully. It’s been heartwarming to see the way they cheer each other on, creating a space full of acceptance, creativity, and a whole lot of fun.
Our Senior Drama students have also been out exploring Adelaide’s theatre scene.
First stop: State Theatre Company’s production of The Dictionary of Lost Words — an incredible adaptation of Pip Williams’ beloved novel, brought to life by SA playwright Verity Laughton. Set in the world of words and dictionaries in 1901, it follows the journey of a young girl who discovers the word bondmaid is missing from the Oxford English Dictionary.
A beautiful, moving piece that left us all thinking about the power of language, and whose stories get told.
Then, we swapped period drama for disco balls and sequins, heading to Sister Act: The Musical at the Festival Theatre.
What. A. Show.
With music by the legendary Alan Menken (Aladdin, The Little Mermaid), this feel-good musical had us dancing in our seats.
Packed with soul, sass and so much energy, it’s officially our new favourite soundtrack (seriously, it’s on repeat in the Drama office).
A huge night of fun and joy, and for some students, their very first time seeing live theatre.
At Endeavour College, we’re passionate about giving students opportunities to experience high-quality, professional productions, not only to be inspired, but to see what’s possible in the world of performance. There’s something truly magical about live theatre; the energy, the storytelling, the connection, and we’re so excited to keep sharing that magic with our students throughout the year.
Jamie Richards
Head of Arts
SACSA Cross Country
Last week, Endeavour proudly sent twenty-one students to compete in the SACSA Cross Country event. It was a beautiful day, sunny but not too hot, providing ideal conditions for our runners.
All students gave their best effort, which was fantastic to see. We’re especially proud of the five runners who placed in the top ten for their age group, and the 12 others who finished in the top twenty.
With over fifty competitors in each age group, this is an outstanding achievement. Congratulations to all our runners for their dedication, effort, and sportsmanship.
You’ve made Endeavour proud!
Lachlan Williams
Sport and Carnivals Coordinator
Shibui Dessert Cafe:
Stage 2 Food and Hospitality Excursion
On Thursday, 8 May, Stage 2 Food and Hospitality students visited Shibui Dessert Cafe as part of their ethically delicious AT1 task.
As well as learning the ethics behind the chocolate and coffee industry, students have also been exploring contemporary plating and the influence of technology in creating innovative food dishes.
The students were treated to a taster of over 20 different desserts which the chefs explained in detail covering the flavour profile and plating techniques.
We even got to see a demonstration of them plating their popular chocolate rose mousse! The students left full of inspiration and tips and tricks to apply to their own desserts.
We can't wait to see the final products!
Renee Hutton
Head of Technologies
Debating: Season Opener
The 2025 Debating SA Competition commenced in Week 3 this term and for the very first time, Endeavour College hosted the debates!
Six teams in Year 7, 9, 10 and 11 are participating this year and given the results of the first round, Endeavour is sure to be fierce competition this year!
Students debated the following topics in round one:
Year 7: That schools should ban mullets
Year 9: That SpaceX has a worthy goal to develop a colony on Mars
Year 10: That we should embrace 'Citizen Journalism'
Seniors: That Australia should withdraw from the Paris Agreement
Debates at Endeavour are bringing together many schools from across the state on the following nights this debating season in Plaza 1 and 2, Senior Years Centre:
12 May
2 June
23 June
4 August
25 August
By the end of the first round, four out of the six teams from Endeavour won their debates, with two well fought but heartbreaking losses.
Year 7s (both teams) - WIN + two best speakers (Irakli Dafov & Jia Benson)
Year 9s - WIN
Year 10 Yellow - WIN + best speaker (Gjevika Poongavanam)
Year 10 Purple - LOSS by 2 points
Seniors Red - LOSS by 0.3 points
Seniors Blue - WIN + best speaker (Hayley Cheng)
The 2025 coaches (Mr Bonini, Mrs Gronow,
Dr Whittle, Mr Wells, Mr Thorpe) are incredibly proud of the results and are already busy preparing their teams for round two's topics.
Congratulations to all teams and coaches!
Special shout out to the Year 7s who cleaned up with two wins and two best speakers for their first debates ever!
If you are able to attend round two on Monday June 2, debates kick off at 6:30pm in Plaza 1 and 2, in the Senior Years Centre.
You're most welcome to come and support our debaters.
Anthony Bonini
Debating Coordinator