Georgiana Molloy Anglican School

GEORGIANA MOLLOY ANGLICAN SCHOOL

PERFORMING ARTS FOR ALL

Yeehaw sums it all up for the Georgiana Molloy Anglican School (GMAS) 2022 musical production of the Wild West show Desperados, with a talented and energetic School cast performing the show across four nights and a matinee to rave local reviews. Under the direction of Mrs Sue Thompson, the students gave their full commitment to the show amazing audiences with their courage, confidence and skills. Busselton Times journalist Breanna Redhead delighted the cast and crew with a glowing review. “Following the wacky tale of a Western holdup at the towns classic milk bar and hotel, this classic Maverick Musicals work is a great option for schools, with immersive theming, plenty of fun characters and popular song choices to get the crowds up and moving.”

Performing Arts provides opportunities to create friendships, learn new skills and dreams of being on stage come alive with students able to participate in school productions or the nativity. 2021 leaver, Mark Schaap, who returned to GMAS this year to assist with the production said he remembered his first performing arts experience in Year 7. “I was so shy but being involved in the school production you get to meet lots of new friends that are in different year levels. Everyone is really supportive of each other,” he said.

“Being present on stage I gained confidence and experience throughout the years.” Last Year Mark played the lead in Sheer Luck Holmes and, after graduating, was offered a place at the prestigious WA Academy of Performing Arts. Young performers can contribute through the nativity or productions, eventually auditioning for roles in the Senior School Productions. Additionally, as part of Performing Arts, students in Pre-primary to Year 5 are now participating in dance on a weekly basis. “I can’t wait to see the student’s confidence and performance skills come to life’” Junior Schools Arts teacher Kelly Mahoney said. “All students will work towards a performance for either the Musical Extravaganza or the Nativity Play. The lessons will assist in the students’ physical and creative ability as they further develop locomotive, coordination, flexibility and movement skills.”

Main image: The cast of Desperadoes after their last performance Small image: Lulu Schiller playing Delores