The Arts

IPAF soars to new heights

We are thrilled to share the phenomenal success of this year’s Interhouse Performing Arts Festival, an event that continues to soar. What began as a vibrant celebration of creativity has evolved into a major highlight of our school calendar, showcasing the boundless talent, energy and spirit of our students like never before. The 2025 festival was a blend of House improvisation, House choreography and inspiring work from curricular dance classes. 

This section was a whirlwind of quick-thinking, clever comedy and theatrical flair. Each House brought their A-game with fast-paced, imaginative scene work that left the audience in awe. The improvisation games included Switch, Furniture, Genres etc which tested spontaneity and teamwork and our students more than rose to the challenge. It was a close competition with the level of talent on display.

The Interhouse dance competition reached new heights this year, with each house delivering emotionally rich, stylistically distinct and technically impressive routines. From storytelling elements to high-energy group formations, the dancers wowed the audience with their passion, strength and unity. The choreography reflected each House’s unique identity and the atmosphere was one again electric.

Our dance students again shone brightly, performing works they’ve refined over the year with discipline and heart. These class pieces added depth to the evening and were a testament to the ongoing growth and maturity of our dance program. This year the Middle Dance Company Made their debut with Year 12 APEx Dance student Sophia Smith leading the group. We also included Year 7 Dance class footage of their group assessments highlighting the range of talent across all year groups.

A huge thank you to the Head of Library, Technologies and Research Services, Mr Alex Hanssen, who captured the event on film. We are in the process of editing the film and you will receive the link in the coming weeks.

It was also wonderful for our sold-out audience to mingle during intermission.

• Drama Improvisation Awards
• Best Actor 2025: Brianna King

• Best Spirit 2025: Jaxyn Cramphorn

   

• Dance Awards:
• Best Dancer 2025: Harrison Smith
• Best Spirit 2025: Chelsy Mison
• Drama Improvisation Results:
• 3rd Place – Gandhi
• 2nd Place – Lincoln

• 1st Place – Mandela

   

• Dance Results:
• 3rd Place – Lincoln
• 2nd Place – Gandhi
• 1st Place – Mandela

Overall House Cup Standings:

3rd Place – Lincoln

2nd Place – Gandhi

1st Place – Mandela

A heartfelt thank you to every performer, volunteer, crew member, and staff member who made IHPAF 2025 such a success. Thank you to our dedicated Heads of House for your unwavering support of both students and staff. 

You are all great pastoral leaders, and watching you rally behind your students throughout the event was a true testament to the care and pride you have for your house communities. 

We also want to personally thank Lynette Taylor and Tia Scott for their canteen support throughout the evening and Sebastian Kinnear who assisted Marketing Marketing Lisa Quartermain with photography.  

A final special thank you to Maisy Watson for her coordination of this year’s festival. Her behind-the-scenes work on logistics and communication brought the event to life and contributed to its continued growth and success. This festival continues to grow because of your passion, commitment, and willingness to dream big. Let’s carry this momentum into next year and beyond.

With pride and gratitude, 

Ms Jessica McGaw

Dance and Drama Coordinator

Miss Maisy Watson, 

Dance and Drama Teacher