Victorian State Schools Spectacular 

On Saturday, 14th September, Pakenham Secondary College students were front and centre at the Victorian State Schools Spectacular. This live show (involving music, dance, circus acts and puppetry) was performed twice to an audience of around 12,000 people at the John Cain Arena in the City. 19 of our students were involved in the production (as Principal Dancer, Mass Dance Troupe and members of the Vision Team), having been involved in rehearsals from the beginning of the year. Their hard work and dedication to perfecting their roles is to be commended. Our dancers interpretation of the music and their energy levels were fabulous throughout both performances and we are exceptionally proud of each and everyone one of them. 

After his stand out performance in 2023, our Principal Dancer, James Nimaya, was once again one of 31 dancers chosen from thousands of students around the state to perform on stage.  James' exceptional natural talent and charisma ensured that he was a major highlight of the event. His stage presence was truly mesmerising. 

Our talented dance troupe gave their all to each and every one of their routines - showing tremendous enthusiasm and technique to keep the audience entertained. 

We must also mention our two exceptional Vision Team members - Tyler Love and Jackson Newman-Watkins. Both of these Year 7 students fervently took part in their backstage duties. They have benefited throughout the year in learning technical expertise from some of the industry's leading award-winning professionals in video production. 

A huge thanks to our dancers and backstage crew as well as Ms Gourlay and Ms Ward for their indefatigable efforts in mentoring our dance troupe throughout 2024. 

Year 11 Student - James Nimaya - Performing at the 2024 Victorian State Schools Spectacular

Our Outstanding Dance Troupe

Our Dance Troupe in action at the 2024 Victorian State Schools Spectacular