Performing Arts

Legacy Junior Public Speaking Competition 

On Wednesday, 11 June three students represented St Patrick’s College at the Legacy Junior Public Speaking Competition held here in Ballarat at Legacy House. 

Their speech topics were:

• Xxavier Ballinger (Year 8) – “I love a sunburnt country”
• Savio Joseph (Year 8) – The importance of listening to the stories of our elders
• Brody Gregg (Year 9) – The importance of ‘giving back’ to your community

The students should be very proud of their efforts in what was a very high standard of competition. Congratulations to the joint winners who were from Loreto and Damascus. 

Guys and Dolls Jr.

A shout out to two St Pat’s students who are busy preparing to hit the stage in BCMA’s production of Guys & Dolls Jr this weekend! Break a leg!

Sky Masterson: Oliver Horgan (Year 7) 

Calvin: Miguel Dunne (Year 8)

When: Saturday, 28 June (2 shows) and Sunday, 29 June (3 shows) 

Where: Gay Gough Theatre Mt Clear

Tickets: https://ticketing.humanitix.com/tours/2025-bcma-productions-tickets

About Guys and Dolls JR. 

Step into the bustling streets of New York City with Guys and Dolls JR., a fast-paced musical full of charm, comedy, and classic tunes! Follow gambler Nathan Detroit as he scrambles to fund the biggest craps game in town—while dodging the law and dealing with his ever-patient fiancée, Adelaide who has waited 14 years for a wedding! Enter Sky Masterson (Ollie Horgan- SPC), a slick high-roller whose latest bet leads him straight into the path of the upright missionary, Sarah Brown. From the lights of Times Square to the lively cafés of Havana, Guys and Dolls JR. is a feel-good journey that ends with everyone right where they belong. Packed with unforgettable songs and hilarious twists, this show is sure to delight audiences of all ages!

Aladdin Jr

Auditions for our Semester Two Year 7-9 production of Aladdin Jr have been taking place over the last two weeks and the talented group of auditionees have made casting a difficult but exciting challenge for our staff. Thank you to Director, Mrs Bashford-Leger, Vocal Director Mr Tim Snibson & Assistant Director Ms Allen for their work on this new opportunity. We look forward to rehearsals starting next term and the production’s performance in November!

Thank you!

As we near the end of a busy term we wish to thank all the families of students involved in Performing Arts Co-Curricular programs. We know that student involvement in things like the school production takes a lot of organisation and support from home, so thank you for helping us create meaningful opportunities for our students.