Performing Arts
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Term 2 Dates
Mon 18 May: Showcase #1 Ensemble
Tue 19 May: Showcase #2 Chamber
Wed 20 May: Showcase #3 Solo
Thu 21 May: Showcase #4 Dance
Fri 22 May: Showcase #5 Contemporary
Mon 1 - Wed 3 June: Music Camp
Tue 9 June: 9/10 Drama Performance
Wed 10 June: 9/10 Theatre Styles Perf
Tue 16 June: POPA Meeting, 7:30pm
Thu 19 June: Contemporary Band Evening
Life of a Double Bass Student
Every Monday evening, Riley Higgins' mum drives him to Upwey for his rehearsals with the Dandenong Ranges Orchestra. Amazingly, he has never missed a rehearsal and is always on time, despite the family juggling sibling commitments! Being part of an external community ensemble has helped Riley develop his playing skills and confidence.
I started playing the double bass in Year 7, and since then it has become a really important part of my life. Learning such a unique instrument has helped me build confidence, patience, and teamwork through music. Being part of the Dandenong Ranges Orchestra means a lot to me because it gives me the chance to perform with talented musicians, improve my skills, and be part of a supportive musical community. I am also very proud to play alongside Ms Osborne and Mrs Newstead, whose support and encouragement have made my experience even more meaningful.
~ Riley Higgins , Double Bassist, 10C
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Showcase Series
Families are invited to attend our annual Showcase Series in Week 5. Full details can be found on the relevant Showcase Event on Compass and $5t tickets are now available to purchase via Trybooking Here.
All of our ensembles and dance students are featured across five exciting and varied concerts. We'd love to see family and friends supporting not only their own students but also all of our hard working students.
NEVR Concert
A short poem by Danny van Bergen
It went well.
It was a full house.
It was a very, very late night.
I was proud of our students.
Good job.
Daniel van Bergen
Leader of Performing Arts
POPA Mother's Day Raffle Winners
Congratulations to the following winners of the POPA Mother’s Day raffle. Prizes are available to collect at the General Office (photo id may be required).
Prize Winners:
1. Julia West: Bathrobe Pamper Pack
2. Benn Pollock: Natio Pamper Bucket
3. Victoria Letch: Time for Tea Pack
4. Nicole Cronin: Games Pack
5. Janine Henwood: Petrol & Treats Voucher Pack
6. Nicky Parasidis: Wine & Pamper Pack
7. Angela Scheltinga: Wine & Pamper Pack
8. Tani Coath: Treat Vouchers Pack
9. Jessica Yusuf: Plant & Beauty Voucher
10. William Caira: Supplementary Prize 1
11. Louise Rose: Supplementary Prize 2
12. Michelle James: Supplementary Prize 3
13: Della Zhang: Surprise Final Prize – Of The Fae pack
Winners were drawn at the Mother’s Day Breakfast on Fri 8 May.
Without generous donations this amazing prize pool wouldn’t be possible. Thank you to Of The Fae, Tiana Hair & Beauty, Wantirna Bread & Cakes and the POPA committee for their generous donations.
Thank you for your support. All funds raised go towards instruments and repairs.
Toy Story 5
POPA Movie Fundraiser
Join us on for a screening of the fifth instalment of this popular intergenerational franchise, and help raise funds for our Instrumental Music program! Students, parents, families - all welcome!
Date: Thu 18 June
Time: 6pm for a 6:30 screening
Tickets: $20pp
Venue: Metro Cinemas Boronia
Includes: One ticket and one choc top* OR popcorn combo
*Gluten Free & Vegan option available
Buy your tickets hereSTRICTLY by 11:59pm Sun 14 June - don't miss out!
All funds raised will go towards costly annual instrument repairs or replacements. The Parents of Performing Arts thank you for your ongoing support of our program! See you at Metro!
Nicholetta Rigano
Performing Arts Administrator