Prep School

Performing Arts

Dates for the Diary

Monday May 27 – Oz Opera Production of By The Light Of The Moon

This is a reimagining of Edward Lear’s poem The Owl and the Pussycat. This musical comedy explores why this odd couple goes to sea in a pea green boat and what they get up to on their voyage. The opera features eight of opera’s most famous arias and duets and involves appearances from other characters such as The Queen of Hearts, Old King Cole and Miss Muffet’s spider. K-6 will be attending this performance.

Friday May 31 – Camerata Concert 6.30pm KWS Chapel

This concert follows the Camerata competition from last term and comprises solo performances from around 12 accomplished instrumentalists from the secondary school. It is a wonderful evening of high quality music which will both entertain and inspire. All welcome.

Thursday June 6 – Prep Performing Arts Concert 5.30pm DPA

This is an 'all-in' concert where every prep student has the opportunity to perform for family and friends in their stage choirs. It is also the first big performance opportunity for a number of students involved in music ensembles and speech and drama.

Friday June 21 - Performing Arts Festival 7pm Orange Civic Theatre

This is the biggest concert of the year for KWS secondary performing arts! This event showcases all the major secondary music ensembles along with a preview from the musical 'Oliver' and perhaps even special appearances from some of our talented prep musicians. It is a wonderful evening of enjoying and celebrating all the hard and creative work of both students and staff, and is appropriate for all ages.

Co-curricular Ensembles

This is a particularly busy term with performances taking place in both the prep and secondary schools. Please ensure that students attend their ensemble rehearsals each week to ensure they are fully prepared for these performances. If students are absent for any reason, please email the ensemble directors directly or via the performing arts office.

AMEB Music Examinations

Early next term tutors will be communicating with parents in regard to students sitting AMEB exams which are due to take place in August. In order to register, tutors will need to have confirmation from parents by Friday May 3 (Week 2). Please keep an eye out for information that will be coming home with your child about these exams. Further information can be obtained from tutors directly.

Mrs Katie Sinclair

Co-ordinator of Preparatory Performing Arts