The Arts

Drama Camp is a showstopper

Last weekend’s Year 12 Drama Camp was an inspiring, hilarious and heartwarming success. Held at the beautiful Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre, students from six schools gathered for a weekend of performance, creativity, and connection.

Kicking things off on Friday night, we were treated to an outstanding performance by the Western Australian Youth Theatre Company, featuring a special appearance by our very own alumni, Clare Dyball, who returned to the stage as part of the youth ensemble. It was a proud and emotional moment to see one of our past students thriving in the professional arts scene.

Saturday night was The Big Hoo Haa and the Improvisation Extraordinaires had us in stitches. Highlights included absurd and imaginative scenes from An Italian Horror Story, A Mosman Park Marbliest, and A Cursed Island in Hawaii—each one more bizarre and brilliant than the last.

Throughout the weekend students took part in dynamic and challenging workshops led by industry professionals, including our ever-inspiring Sam and Nichola from the Actors Workshop. These sessions pushed our students creatively and gave them invaluable insight into the craft and industry of performance.

One of the most rewarding parts of the camp was the friendships formed across the five other schools involved. The shared love of theatre quickly broke the ice, and by Sunday, it was hard to believe many had only just met.

A big thank to Mr Tim Hayward, our incredible Head of Year 11/12, who swapped his Maths Teacher persona for Drama Camp Champion — your support, enthusiasm and willingness to embrace the chaos made all the difference. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Here's to lifelong memories, new friendships, and the magic of theatre. Dama Camp 2025 was a showstopper.

Miss Maisy Watson

Drama and Dance Teacher

August: Osage County

Congratulations to our Year 11 ATAR/APEX Drama students on their first performance of scripted scenes from August: Osage County.

With powerful character work and strong ensemble energy, each group brought the drama to life with confidence and emotion.

Students also submitted their Designer Justifications, showcasing thoughtful creative choices in costume, set, and staging. A fantastic start to their performance journey, well done! 

The 2025 Interhouse Performing Arts Festival is fast approaching and if you missed out on tickets please email Miss Watson to be placed on the waitlist. If you are unable to attend, please let Miss Watson or Ms McGaw know so we can allocate your ticket to a waitlist guest.

This exciting event will feature:

•             Section 1: Interhouse Drama Performance – fast-paced improvisation challenges

•             Section 2: Interhouse Dance Performance – powerful, student-led choreography

Plus special showcases from:

o             ATAR Dance students

o             Middle School Dance Company

o             Year 7 & 8 Digital Dance Performances

Our students have been rehearsing with passion during lunchtimes, PCG, and Thursday afternoons. We can’t wait to see you at Perth Town Hall on 9 May for a night of energy, creativity and House pride.

School to Stage audition

This week we held our School to Stage auditions and from powerful solos to dynamic duos our students stepped up and showcased their skills. Thank you to everyone who auditioned — the standard was exceptionally high, and it is shaping up to be an amazing showcase.

📩 Audition responses will be sent via SEQTA in the coming days.

Co-curricular is calling

Students, students to turn up the volume because Term Two co-curricular Music is calling!

Opportunities will exist for weekly rehearsals in the following ensembles:

o Brassterminds

o Percussion Ensemble

o Electrocity (auditioned)

o Swing Band

o St George’s Voices

o Jazz Ensemble (auditioned)

o String Ensemble 

o Rock Bands 

We also have a dedicated group of music students who support our chapel services by being part of the chapel band and choir.

For all enquiries regarding music, please contact us via music@stgeorges.wa.edu.au

The Performing Arts Team