St. Martin de Porres Primary School

School Musical

Get those butterflies into formation - Here we come! Only 3 weeks to go

The students and teachers have been all working tirelessly to present you with an energetic, fun-filled performance. Classes have been performing to each other and every Friday two classes have performed for the school. Of course, there is nervousness and a bit of reluctance at first but those who put themselves out there are rarely disappointed. In fact, they find that they have fun on stage doing something unique with their friends and afterwards they feel a huge sense of accomplishment in what they have been able to pull off. Every one of them just wants to do it again!!!

 

On a performance evening some kids need to be coaxed into stage a bit more than others. At school, we chat about - getting those butterflies into formation and replacing ‘I’m nervous’ with ‘I’m determined’, after all, we may also get butterflies when we are excited - the same butterflies. We just need to change the story we tell our brain - from:

 ‘I’m so nervous I can’t do it’  to

 ‘I’m so excited, I am determined to do it’!

 

If your child is nervous at this stage maybe you can use some of this language at home. After All schooling works best when we are partnering with each other and reinforcing things.

 

I have no doubt that once out on stage, in front of all those beaming faces or support, your kids are gonna love it!

 

 

Jane Padden

Music & LOTE Teacher

 

 

 

So, are you ready to command your butterflies?

  • Recognize Them: Don't shy away from acknowledging your apprehension. Embrace it - it's your body’s way of telling you that you're about to do something great.  Lean into the uncomfortable!
  • Change Your Perspective: Look at your butterflies as a sign of excitement, not failure. Remember, the bigger the challenge, the sweeter the victory.  Ask yourself, what is the bigger picture of why I am doing "the thing"?
  • Do Your Homework: The better prepared you are, the easier it will be to transform your nervous energy. Preparation goes beyond just knowing your stuff. It's about understanding your audience, anticipating potential questions, and rehearsing your delivery. It's about being so well-versed in your subject matter that even if you're thrown a curveball, you can handle it with grace and poise. Once rehearsed, your authenticity has permission to step forward….. Confidence is born out of preparation!
  • Just Breathe: Deep, controlled breathing can help calm your nerves and give you a sense of control and will align your butterflies to fly in formation. Try the 4-7-8 breathing technique…google it!   
  • Mindset Mastery: Understand that everyone, from top CEOs to successful entrepreneurs and beyond, all experience butterflies. It's truly how you interpret them that makes all the difference. View them as a source of energy and motivation rather than anxiety. Turn your pressure into power!
  • Picture Your Triumph: Visualize yourself succeeding. This simple act can help reduce anxiety and boost your confidence.

This is the Greatest Show

Tickets are OPEN for sale on Trybooking.Here is the link to book your tickets. Bookings will CLOSE on Monday 26th August.

 

The number of seats each night has been calculated to enable all families access to 3 tickets. If seats remain unsold, these will be available for purchase on a first in basis. 

Information about additional ticket sales will be provided when known.

 

The first night of the show will be professionally recorded.

 

Here is the link to purchase a professional recording of the show. Early bird pricing is available. 

*Please note: Early bird prices will end at midnight on the 11th of September, 2024. Prices will increase by $5 per format after this time.

 

Important things you need to know:

  • The dates for the show are Wednesday 11th September and Thursday 12th September
  • All students are required to perform on both nights
  • The night where a child's family doesn't have seats booked, they will do a drop off and pickup only
  • The venue is Emmanuel College (Notre Dame) Theatre, 2 Foxwood drive Point Cook
  • Families of students with surnames A - M are invited to purchase tickets for  the Wednesday Performance
  • Families of students with surnames L - Z are invited to purchase tickets for the  Thursday Performance
  • Tickets are $15 each and seats will be allocated.  (Please note - if toddlers can sit on their parents' knees for the entire performance, they don't need a ticket.)
  • SMDP students do not need a ticket
  • Students are required to be at the theatre by 6.30pm. The show begins at 7pm and will end @ 8:15pm
  • Next week (beginning August 12th) class teachers will inform parents/carers of costume requirements
  • Costumes are required to be at school on Monday September 2nd for an in-school dress rehearsal
  • A full rehearsal (without costumes) will take place at Emmanuel College on Tuesday September 10th
  • Stay tuned for fortnightly concert updates via our newsletter and Seesaw