Bravura Dance Gala Program 2025

WELCOME

TO THE 2025 BRAVURA DANCE GALA PROGRAM

Bravura is a celebration of boldness, confidence, and artistic courage, all qualities that shine in every dancer taking the stage this week, This year, we are especially thrilled to welcome our Junior School students to the Gala for the very first time. Their debut performance is a joyful reminder of how early the love of dance begins. We are also proud to introduce Musical Theatre to the Gala program, adding another vibrant layer to our celebration of the Performing Arts at Corpus.

Bravura unfolds over three unique nights, each showcasing the breadth and depth of our dance program at Corpus. Across these evenings, students present choreographic works developed as part of their curriculum, demonstrating creativity, technique, and personal voice. You will also see class dances designed to build musicality and performance skill, alongside co-curricular group performances that highlight the dedication of those who pursue dance beyond the classroom.

A special highlight on Night 3 is a performance by Year 12 Vocalist and Australian Idol Grand Finalist, Gisella Colletti, whose artistry and passion embody the spirit of Bravura.

Also featured this year is our Inter-House Dance, a dynamic showcase of teamwork, creativity, and school spirit as students represent their Houses through movement and expression.

Our program is a tapestry of energy, artistry, and growth.

We invite you to experience the spirit of Bravura in every step, turn, and leap.

CAROLINE STEVENSON Teacher in Charge of Dance

DAVID MUELLER Dance Teacher

NIGHT ONE JULY 23 | JULY 24 | JULY 25

WEDNESDAY JULY 23 NIGHT ITEMS

1. I Can Only Imagine - Junior Dance Collage 2. Carry You - Year 12 ATAR Class Dance 3. Fabulous - Year 9 Dance As Performance Commercial Jazz 4. Stage Right, Please - Year 10 Spark Path Class Dance 5. Run It Back - Dance Crew Force 6. Arabian Veil - Year 9 Spark Path Cultural Class Dance 7. Throwback - Year 12 GENERAL Class Dance 8. Swingtown - Year 9 Dance As Performance Swing Dance 9. Whatever Lola Wants - Year 10 Semester Class Dance 10.Back Then - Year 9 Spark Path Lyrical Class Dance 11.Redefining Her - Inter-House Merici 12.Double Life - Inter-House Salvado 13.Just One Day - Year 10 Musical Theatre 14.VersaStyle - Dance Crew Alliance 15.Money Game - Dance Crew Foundations 16.Calm Before Chaos - Inter-House MacKillop 17.Les Sylphides - Dance Classique 18.Beyond This Moment - Dance Captain 19.Holding Out For A Hero - Year 11 ATAR Class Dance 20.The Heavens Declare - Senior Dance Collage 21.The Great Time Tangle - Year 6 22.The Human Shadow - Dance Ensemble 23.Finale - All Groups

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NIGHT TWO JULY 23 | JULY 24 | JULY 25

THURSDAY JULY 24 NIGHT ITEMS

1. The Heavens Declare - Senior Dance Collage 2. Against The Clock - Year 12 ATAR Group Composition 3. Back Then - Year 9 Spark Path Lyrical Class Dance 4. More To Life - Year 10 Spark Path Group Composition 5. MJ Legacy - Year 11 ATAR Group Composition 1 6. Whatever Lola Wants - Year 10 Semester Class Dance 7. Starry Night - Year 9 Dance For Composition Group Composition 2 8. Money Game - Dance Crew Foundations 9. Throwback - Year 12 GENERAL Class Dance 10.Fabulous - Year 9 Dance As Performance Commercial Jazz 11.Stage Right, Please - Year 10 Spark Path Class Dance 12.Holding Out For A Hero - Year 11 ATAR Class Dance 13.Beyond This Moment - Dance Captain 14.Les Sylphides - Dance Classique 15.Remix And Replay - Year 12 GENERAL Group Composition 1 16.Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again! - Year 11 ATAR Group Composition 2 17.Torn - Year 10 Semester Group Composition 18.Peace And War - Year 9 Dance For Composition Group Composition 1 19.VersaStyle - Dance Crew Alliance 20.Party - Year 12 GENERAL Group Composition 2 21.Arabian Veil - Year 9 Spark Path Cultural Class Dance 22.Carry You - Year 12 ATAR Class Dance 23.Just One Day - Year 10 Musical Theatre 24.Swingtown - Year 9 Dance As Performance Swing Dance 25.The Scream - Year 9 Dance For Composition Group Composition 3 26.The Human Shadow - Dance Ensemble 27.Finale - All Groups

NIGHT THREE JULY 23 | JULY 24 | JULY 25

FRIDAY JULY 25 NIGHT ITEMS

1. The Heavens Declare - Senior Dance Collage 2. Against The Clock - Year 12 ATAR Group Composition 3. Back Then - Year 9 Spark Path Lyrical Class Dance 4. More To Life - Year 10 Spark Path Group Composition 5. MJ Legacy - Year 11 ATAR Group Composition 1 6. Whatever Lola Wants - Year 10 Semester Class Dance 7. Starry Night - Year 9 Dance For Composition Group Composition 2 8. Money Game - Dance Crew Foundations 9. Throwback - Year 12 GENERAL Class Dance 10.Fabulous - Year 9 Dance As Performance Commercial Jazz 11.Stage Right, Please - Year 10 Spark Path Class Dance 12.Holding Out For A Hero - Year 11 ATAR Class Dance 13.Beyond This Moment - Dance Captain 14.Les Sylphides - Dance Classique 15.Remix And Replay - Year 12 GENERAL Group Composition 1 16.Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again! - Year 11 ATAR Group Composition 2 17.Torn - Year 10 Semester Group Composition 18.Peace And War - Year 9 Dance For Composition Group Composition 1 19.VersaStyle - Dance Crew Alliance 20.Party - Year 12 GENERAL Group Composition 2 21.Arabian Veil - Year 9 Spark Path Cultural Class Dance 22.Carry You - Year 12 ATAR Class Dance 23.Just One Day - Year 10 Musical Theatre 24.The Scream - Year 9 Dance For Composition Group Composition 3 25.The Greatest Show - Education Support Centre 26.Swingtown - Year 9 Dance As Performance Swing Dance 27.Hold My Hand - Year 12 Guest Vocalist Gisella Colletti 28.The Human Shadow - Dance Ensemble 29.Finale - All Groups

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As Dance Captain in my final year at Corpus Christi College, I’ve been proud to lead a committed group of hardworking dancers. From early morning rehearsals to sessions at recess, lunch, and after school, there’s been a lot of time and effort put in by many dedicated students.

Since starting in Year 7, I’ve seen the dance program continue to grow each year, thanks to the ongoing support and dedication of our teachers. They’ve helped create an inclusive and positive environment where students feel encouraged to learn, improve, and enjoy what they do. Personally, Corpus Christi College has allowed me to follow my passion and share my love of dance by contributing to college life through the arts.

This year’s performances have shown not just technical ability, but also teamwork, creativity, and persistence. Seeing younger dancers develop confidence has been a highlight of my final year. I’ve been truly privileged to lead and work alongside such talented and committed students at Corpus Christi College.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey, one I’ll never forget, and best of luck to all future dancers as you continue to grow and achieve amazing things.

Livvy Leech Dance Captain

PERFORMANCES JULY 23 | JULY 24 | JULY 25

AGAINST THE CLOCK

Year 12 ATAR Group Composition Exploring the intense pressure young people face as they juggle school demands and social expectations, this piece captures the rising stress, mental fatigue, and emotional toll of trying to meet it all.

Music: Against The Clock by Epikton | Clockwork And Legacy by Philipp Klein Choreographers & Performers: Livvy Leech, Jade Limerick & Sophie Johnson

ARABIAN VEIL

Year 9 Spark Path Cultural Class Dance A lyrical cultural dance inspired by the Arabian variation from The Nutcracker, with a touch of mystery and magic.

Music: The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, TH 35

by Boston Pops Orchestra & John Williams Choreographer: Caroline Stevenson Performers: Millie Agar, Giorgia Ciampini, Issy Eaton, Ana Kil-Sanchez, Claire Livingstone, Isabel Ng, Miah Oldfield, Emily Pascoe, Gwyneth Pranata, Hannah Rankin, Sahana Seenuvasan, Lucia Vaccari & Natasha van der Lee

BACK THEN

Year 9 Spark Path Lyrical Class Dance This dance reflects on childhood memories and the simplicity of life before growing up our secret places, games, and moments we’ll always carry with us.

Music: Somewhere Only We Know by Lily Allen Choreographers: Caroline Stevenson & Year 9 Students Performers: Millie Agar, Giorgia Ciampini, Issy Eaton, Ana Kil-Sanchez, Claire Livingstone, Isabel Ng, Miah Oldfield, Emily Pascoe, Gwyneth Pranata, Hannah Rankin, Sahana Seenuvasan, Lucia Vaccari & Natasha van der Lee

BEYOND THIS MOMENT Dance Captain

This piece titled Beyond this Moment represents my journey through school— growing in confidence, finding my voice, and leading with heart; it’s a way of honouring the path I’ve taken and stepping into what’s next.

Music: Northern Attitude by Noah Kahan Choreographer & Performer: Livvy Leech

CALM BEFORE CHAOS Inter-House MacKillop

Dreams are a place of imagination and wonder — but can also take us to unsettling places.

Our dance piece entitled ‘Calm Before Chaos’, explores the surreal journey of dreaming as we shift from peaceful rest to an eerie nightmare and finally, to a strange, yet playful joy. Through movement, we bring the dream world to life and reveal the powerful and often frightening places our minds can take us!!

Music: Once Upon A Dream by Invadable Harmony | Bury A Friend by Billie Eilish | Disturbia by Rihanna Choreographer: Charli Smith & Kayla Sweeney Performers: Emilie Augustine, Annabelle Brady, Ivy Clark, Gabrielle Dirk, Genevieve

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Dirk, Bella Hillman, Abigail Jansen, Millie Kelly, Jade Limerick, Taya Limerick, Arlie Morris, Olivia Read, Charli Smith, Chloe Smith, Kayla Sweeney & Kate Wong

CARRY YOU

Year 12 ATAR Class Dance

Choreographer: Rhylie Nieves Performers: Maddison Adams, Millie Agar, Aalilyah Arumugam, Annabelle Brady, Amaia Clarkson, Katherine Collins, Ava Drinnan, Arielle Guilfoyle, Evie Hyde, Emily Klimak, Taya Limerick, Kayla Miller, Kaia Moloney, Arlie Morris, Tiana Papineau, Melody Razavi Manesh, Kate Stacey, Chloe Stocker, Nellie Watts, Jade Wilson & Ruby Woods

Embodying the act of holding space for one another, this dance reflects on carrying and being carried in moments when words are not enough.

HOLDING OUT FOR A HERO

Music: Carry You by Ruelle Choreographer: Caroline Stevenson Performers: Livvy Leech, Jade Limerick & Sophie Johnson

This high-energy routine focuses on strong jazz technique, power, and performance. Set to “Holding Out for a Hero”, students will explore 80s-style movement and bold stage presence.

DOUBLE LIFE

Inter-House Salvado A double agent works for both sides. They must be careful of what they do, what they say, and even what they think. The thrill of the Double Life is immense, but how long will it take before they crack beneath the pressure? What will happen when they are found out? When you’ve been switching sides for so long, who do you truly work for?

Music: Double Life by Pharrell Williams Choreographer: Xavier Petta & Sarah Adam Performers: Sarah Adam, Millie Agar, Mabel Coghlan, Ava Fernandez, Alyssa Livingstone, Xavier Petta, Gwyneth Pranata, Sienna Trew, Emily Wahyudi & Cheyenne Ware

FABULOUS

Year 9 Dance As Performance Commercial Jazz This dance celebrates confidence, individuality, and the pure joy of moving together, inviting every performer to feel empowered, energised, and unapologetically themselves.

Music: Fabulous by Tanya Lacey & C.U.T

Year 11 ATAR Class Dance

Music: Holding Out For A Hero by Bonnie Tyler Choreographer: David Mueller Performers: Teagan Bull, Anneliese de Luca, Zara Montisci, Kate Denson, Hannah Morkel & Katherine Torres

HOLD MY HAND

Year 12 Guest Vocalist Gisella Colletti, Australian Idol finalist and talented Year 12 student, takes the stage with a heartfelt cover of Lady Gaga’s Hold My Hand.

With her powerful vocals and emotional depth, Gisella brings a fresh and moving interpretation to this iconic ballad.

Music: Hold My Hand by Lady Gaga Performer: Gisella Colleti

I CAN ONLY IMAGINE Junior Dance Collage

This dance is a prayer of wonder and longing imagining the moment we stand before God. Inspired by the words, “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him” (1 Corinthians 2:9), it expresses the awe, love, and hope we hold in our hearts as we look toward

the promise of His eternal presence.

Music: I Can Only Imagine by One Voice Children’s Choir Choreographer: Caroline Stevenson & Sophie Johnson Performers: Vanessa Bugno, Amelia Chandler, Ariana Chipchase, Elena Duque, Isla Gannon, Imogen Genoni, Tiana Girdhar, Mila Gliosca, Ena Kessie, Mellini Maran, Jayden Nguyen, Kezia Sackey, Alyssa Sampey, Gracie-Anais Stock & Kiora Sucipto

JUST ONE DAY

Year 10 Musical Theatre In this vibrant and dynamic song and dance number, “Just One Day” from Freaky Friday explores the emotional journey of teenagers striving to balance the complexities of school, parental expectations, friendships, and societal pressures. The performance brings to life the character’s longing for a day to break free from the constraints of their world, offering a glimpse into the struggles of growing up and finding one’s identity.

Music: ”Just One Day” from Freaky Friday by Tom Kitt & Brian Yorkey Choreographer: Ciara Taylor Performers: Sarah Carles, Samantha Cayaon, Daaniya Goraya, Mila Hofstein, Lucy Kelly, Reina Santiago, Zerah Sebastian & Sarah Tassone

LES SYLPHIDES Dance Classique

This excerpt from the romantic ballet celebrates the elegance and tradition of classical dance, as students from Years 7–12 embody the ethereal spirit of Les Sylphides in the first-ever ballet work presented in our Dance Gala.

Music: Les Sylphides by The Philadelphia Orchestra & Eugene Ormandy Choreographer: Caroline Stevenson Performers: Millie Agar, Sam Cayaon, Giorgia Ciampini, Charlotte Grace, Alissa Huang, Abigail Jansen, Sophie Johnson, Summer

Kelly, Kaitlin Lee, Charlotte Mattock, Isabel Ng, Sienna Olislaegers, Tiana Papineau, Nadia Rafala, Chloe Staunton & Natasha van der Lee

MAMMA MIA! HERE WE GO AGAIN!

Year 11 ATAR Group Composition 2 Our original choreography is a tribute to the music and spirit of Mamma Mia!, drawing inspiration from its vibrant, storytelling and iconic ABBA soundtrack. Set to some of ABBA’s most recognised hits, this performance brings a fresh perspective to familiar songs, inviting audiences to experience the joy and heart of Mamma Mia! through our energetic jazz choreography.

Music: Super Trouper, Waterloo, Gimme!

Gimme! Gimme!, Lay All Your Love On Me, Voulez-Vous by Mamma Mia! Choreographer: Anneliese De Luca, Teagan Bull & Zara Montisci

MJ LEGACY

Year 11 ATAR Group Composition 1 This performance is a dynamic tribute to Michael Jackson, showcasing a selection of his most well-known songs through precise, rhythmic choreography. Incorporating iconic movement and signature style, the piece recognises his lasting impact on the music and dance industries.

Music: Beat It, Smooth Criminal, The Way You Make Me Feel by Michael Jackson Choreographer: Kate Denson, Hannah Markel & Katherine Torres

MONEY GAME

Dance Crew Foundations A powerful reflection on a world that urges youth to dream big while handing them a system driven by greed, competition, and inequality - a system they are increasingly

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questioning and rejecting.

Music: Money Game by Ren | Twenty One by Pilots Choreographer: Asia “Ace” Hughes Performers: Sarah Abdul Ghani, Millie Agar, Sophie Bolton, Imogen Burgin, Imogen Bushby, Genevieve Dirk, Kenzie Evans, Ava Fernandez, Bella Hillman, Kaitlin Lee, Raine Lee, Claire Livingstone, Elianna Meijas, Livia Peng, Liana Rafala, Antonia Rafala, Isla Raynor, Harmony Salim, Olivia Selten, Lucia Vaccari & Alexia Woollams

MORE TO LIFE

Year 10 Spark Path Group Composition This performance follows two fun-loving students as they challenge their study-driven peers to find balance beyond academics, reminding us that school is about more than just grades.

Music: The Other Side by Hugh Jackman & Zac Efron Choreographers & Performers: Emma Karrang, Isla Lang, Nadia Rafala & Tahlia Reimers

PARTY

Year 12 GENERAL Group Composition 2 This dance portrays themes of party movements and entertainment within the spotlight. A high energy dance with a style mix of modern jazz and 90s jazz dance technique.

Music: A Little Party Never Killed Nobody by Fergie, Q-Tip & Goon Rock Choreographers & Performers: Millie Kelly, Jeline Strobos, Kayla Sweeney & Cheyenne Ware

PEACE AND WAR

Year 9 Dance For Composition Group Composition 1 The intent for our dance is to show that in the world there is constant war and peace. When war happens, it is chaotic and stressful and peace is longed for. Our dance represents the constant fight between war and peace asking the audience, which will come out on top?

Music: In The House-In A Heartbeat by John Murphy Choreographers & Performers: Millie Agar, Emily Pascoe & Arielle Guilfoyle

REDEFINING HER Inter-House Merici

This engaging and fun work explores feminist ideals and the role of women in society.

Our dance aims to depict the traditional expectations placed upon women, whilst then contrasting this idea with a modern, feminist approach, exploring independence, strength, and the dismissal of gender norms.

Our dance conveys the modern society we live in, where we strive for the growing gender equality. This dance allows for a reflection, opening a conversation regarding how far we have come as a society, branching out of our traditional gender roles and prompting equality and feminist values for a continued improvement in our modern society.

Music: 9 To 5 by Dolly Parton | Womaniser

by Britney Spears | Who Run The World by Beyonce Choreographers: Livvy Leech & Acacia Casey Performers: Acacia Casey, Livvy Leech, Jordene Lobo & Kayla Miller

REMIX & REPLAY

Year 12 GENERAL Group Composition 1 Remix & Replay is an exploration and

celebration of today’s pop music, blending iconic pop stars with the emerging voices of the new generation, all set to the vibrant, high energy beats that define the sound of today!

Music: Crazy In Love by Beyonce | Pon De Replay by Rihanna | Maria by Justin Bieber | 1999 by Charlie XCX & Troy Sivan | Break Free

by Ariana Grande Choreographers & Performers: Jessica Aulfrey, Kiara O’Leary & Kayla Sweeney

RUN IT BACK

Dance Crew Force This high-energy piece celebrates the return of the boys to the stage - bold, confident, and ready to own it with swagger and style.

Music: Run It by Chris Brown | Turn My Swag On by Soulja Boy Choreographer: Xavier Petta Performers: Christian Blackburn, Benjamin Exham, Dhanal Judy Quickson, Joshua Lee, Solomon Martin, Reed McCorkell, Christopher Mitchell, Xavier Petta, Marshall Poole & Nicolas Willey

STAGE RIGHT, PLEASE

Year 10 Spark Path Class Dance A Jerome Robbins–inspired Broadway jazz piece set in an audition, where every dancer is vying for their chance to be picked.

Music: Don’t Rain On My Parade by Barbra Streisand Choreographer: Caroline Stevenson Performers: Emma Karrang, Isla Lang, Nadia Rafala, Tahlia Reimers, Lauren Angel, Jaycie King, Dakoda Leavy & Indigo Norris

STARRY NIGHT

Year 9 Dance For Composition Group Composition 2 Vincent van Gogh, a brilliant artist who

battled loneliness and a severe mental illness throughout his life. Through movement, we tell his story of struggle, hope, and how painting became his escape and his voice while he painted the world famous ‘Starry Night.’

Music: Ptsd by Travis Lake | Tracked by Christophe Filippi | I Wanted To Leave by SYML Choreographers & Performers: Holly Dimov, Issy Eaton, Ashley Lam & Taya Limerick

SWINGTOWN

Year 9 Dance As Performance Swing Dance Set at a swinging ’40s shindig, this dance channels razzle-dazzle and monkeyshines as hep cats cut a rug, each trying to outshine the other in a bid to be the top banana.

Music: I Wanna Be Like You by Swing City Choreographer: Caroline Stevenson Performers: Maddison Adams, Millie Agar, Aalilyah Arumugam, Annabelle Brady, Amaia Clarkson, Katherine Collins, Ava Drinnan, Arielle Guilfoyle, Evie Hyde, Emily Klimak, Taya Limerick, Kayla Miller, Kaia Moloney, Arlie Morris, Tiana Papineau, Melody Razavi Manesh, Kate Stacey, Chloe Stocker, Nellie Watts, Jade Wilson & Ruby Woods

THE GREATEST SHOW Education Support Centre

Get ready for big energy and big smiles! Our ESC students are bringing the magic with The Greatest Show!

Music: The Greatest Show by Benj Pasek, Justin Noble Paul & Ryan Lewis Choreographer: Caroline Stevenson Performers: Thomas Bartolomei, Jessica Berston, Thomas Burnett, Taylor Davison, Kingston Djayawinata, Ashlyn Eng, Talea Fazio, Tyler Hambridge, Fredrick Jombwe, Cate Lantzke, Tyson Lewis, Belle Lockyer-Dorrington, Thomas Misich, Khush Patel, Luke Pedersen, Shane Peng, Addie Read, Cooper Smith,

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Annabel Sujo-Cyriac, Geoffrey Tan, Maddie Tan, Xavier West & Liam Wilbraham

THE GREAT TIME TANGLE Year 6

A quirky Mad Scientist tinkers with his time machine, but when it explodes, dancers from across the ages come bursting through. From stomping cave-people to graceful waltzers, 1950s rockers to futuristic movers, each era unfolds in rhythm and chaos. As timelines collide in a wild dance fusion, the scientist races to restore order. Can he do it?!

Music: Hooked On A Feeling by The Ooga Chakas | Waltz Suite Op. 110: VI Happiness

by Prokofiev | Rock Around The Clock by Bill Hayley And The Comets | Blue (Flume Remix)

by Blue | Time Warp by Little Nell, Patricia Quinn & Richard O’Brien Choreographer: Caroline Stevenson Performers: Sophie Blet, Abbie Branch, Sofia Brown, Oliver Brown, Liam Castro Hernandez, Zara Chew, Henry Chong, Manfred Chung, Lochlan Coleman, Evie Cordina, Madison Cox, Caitlin Delaney, Indiana Dunwoodie, Hudson Eades, Rosie Edgar, Rylie Evans, Benjamin Exham, Aria Federici, Cyan Federoff, Audrey Fernando, Archie Flanagan, Vansh Ghaghda, Taliyah Giallorenzo, Rose Groves, Daisy Henley, Kane Hoes, Charlie Hudson, Lucy Hurba, Lucy Johnson, Matthew Keene, Georgia Kennedy, Noah Kessie, Thomas Kucan, Olivia Lange, Rooney Le, Joshua Lee, Alyssa Leszenko, Amelie Lindsay, Dylan Maartens, Solomon Martin, Reed McCorkell, Chloe Meldrum, Christopher Mitchell, Iphile Moyo, Harrison Ngo, Joanna Noel, Evi Olislaegers, Marshall Poole, Leonardo Ricciardi, Chloe Shelver, Jay Singh, Anna Stacey, Rocco Svilicich, Dylan Tan, Jagger Thompson, Annette Tjing, Saige Torpstrom, Zach Torpstrom, Elyse Vinci, Ryder Vinci, Jasmine Wassell, Xavier Watt, Hayden Willey & Lana Yelash

THE HEAVENS DECLARE Senior Dance Collage

This piece is a prayer of awe - a response to

the majesty of creation and the quiet ways God speaks through it. It opens with scripture expressed through sign language; a powerful visual form of worship that reminds us God’s word transcends spoken language. We reflect on a world that never stops proclaiming His glory - even when we do. As the heavens declare, so do we.

Music: The Mission/How Great Thou Art by The Piano Guys & The Tabernacle Choir Guest Vocals: Sofia Carcione Choreographers: Caroline Stevenson & Livvy Leech Performers: Millie Agar, Lauren Angel, Jessica Aulfrey, Stella Bourdon-Tran, Lucy Cmrlec, Lauren Davis, Matilda Hanlon, Sophie Johnson, Lucy Kelly, Summer Kelly, Jaycie King, Kaitlin Lee, Livvy Leech, Jade Limerick, Claire Livingstone, Florence Monaco, Isabel Ng, Kiara O’Leary, Sienna Olislaegers, Emily Pascoe, Liana Rafala, Nadia Rafala, Antonia Rafala, Zoe Simmons, Chloe Staunton, Chloe Stocker, Lucia Vaccari, Natasha van der Lee, Rita Wong & Olivia Zammit

THE HUMAN SHADOW Dance Ensemble

This work explores the relationship between the self and the shadow. Two groups - one seen, one hidden - move between connection and conflict. As the dance unfolds, their roles shift, revealing that both are parts of the same identity.

Music: Anvil by Lorn | The Means Whereby Lovers Are Waylaid by Telefon Tel Aviv Choreographers: Caroline Stevenson, David Mueller & Livvy Leech Performers: Harriet Anderson, Lauren Angel, Ella Bryden, Teagan Bull, Acacia Casey, Lucy Cmrlec, Mabel Coghlan, Savanah de Freitas, Anneliese De Luca, Kate Denson, Gabriella Grima, Jessica Hartono, Eva Harvey, Matilda Herbert, Sophie Johnson, Lucy Kelly, Millie Kelly, Ana Kiil-Sanchez, Jaycie King, Livvy Leech, Jade Limerick, Makayla Lowth, Charlotte Mattock, Ruby Mazzone, Kayla Miller, Zara Montisci, Hannah Morkel, Eva Munns, Isabel Ng, Sienna Olislaegers, Livia Peng, Gwyneth Pranata, Liana Rafala, Nadia Rafala, Antonia

Rafala, Charli Smith, Chloe Staunton, Katherine Torres, Emily Wahyudi, Kate Wong & Amalia Xavier

THE SCREAM

Music: Resolve, 1976 by Nathan Lanier & Yann Tiersen Choreographers & Performers: Samantha de Witt, Amia Festin, Amity Herbert, Lucy Kelly & Haana Rezaee

Year 9 Dance for Composition Group Composition 3

VERSASTYLE

A powerful contemporary dance, exploring the urge to escape reality and let go of life’s pressures. Inspired by Edvard Munch’s well known artwork ‘The Scream’ shows the silent chaos of stress, work and emotional overload through movement, that captures the feeling that words cannot explain.

This high-energy performance celebrates the diversity of music and its powerful influence on hip hop, showcasing how different genres - from techno and house to R&B - spark new movement styles and highlight the versatility and ever-evolving nature of the form.

Music: Revolt by Nathan Lanier Choreographers & Performers: Sienna Lewis, Claire Livingstone, Miah Oldfield, Sophia Sgro & Alina Williams

THROWBACK

Year 12 GENERAL Class Dance This upbeat routine blends jazz and commercial dance styles to iconic tracks from the 90s and early 2000s. With hits from Hanson, TLC, NSYNC, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, and Backstreet Boys, students will focus on musicality, precision, and stage presence while capturing the fun, stylised energy of the era.

Dance Crew Alliance

Music: Do You? by TroyBoi | 1, 2 Step by Ciara featuring Missy Elliot | It’s Tricky by Run-DMC | Poison by Bell Biv DeVoe | God’s Plan by Drake | Tambourine by Eve Choreographer: Elysha Atwell Performers: Harriet Anderson, Lauren Angel, Aalilyah Arumugam, Anneliese de Luca, Issy Eaton, Summer Kelly, Jaycie King, Livvy Leech, Taya Limerick, Hannah Morkel, Nadia Rafala, Elena Sinagra, Charli Smith, Kayla Sweeney, Sophia Tidy, Emily Wahyudi, Nicole WhartonStreet & Amalia Xavier

WHATEVER LOLA WANTS Year 10 Semester Class Dance

Music: 90s Medley by Todrick Hall Choreographer: David Mueller Performers: Jessica Aulfrey, Makayla Lowth, Kiara O’Leary, Millie Kelly, Jeline Strobos, Kayla Sweeney & Cheyenne Ware

This dance focuses on stylised Broadway jazz technique, characterisation, and musicality. Set to “Whatever Lola Wants” by Anthony Strong, students will perform with confidence and theatrical flair.

TORN

Music: Whatever Lola Wants by Anthony Strong Choreographer: David Mueller Performers: Samantha de Witt, Amia Festin, Amity Herbert, Lucy Kelly & Haana Resaee

Year 10 Semester Group Composition The dance portrays the feeling of being trapped in the past, unsure how to move forward. As it progresses, it shifts to show a letting go ending in a sense of freedom and renewal.

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THANK YOU The Bravura Dance Gala is a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and community. This event would not be possible without the incredible support of our families, staff, and contributors.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make the Bravura Dance Gala 2025 a resounding success.

To the families and friends of our students – thank you for your continued support of the Dance Program at Corpus Christi College. Your encouragement and enthusiasm inspire our performers to shine. We also extend our sincere appreciation to the Corpus Christi College Executive Team for their leadership and support, and to our talented students who brought this event to life.

DANCE PROGRAM LEADERSHIP

Jo-Anne Palmer – Head of Performing Arts Caroline Stevenson – Teacher in Charge of Dance David Mueller – Dance Teacher Ciara Taylor – Musical Theatre Teacher House Coordinators – For their support of Inter-House Dance

PRODUCTION TEAM

Donna McCrystal – Arts Administrator & Front of House Andrew Edge – AV & Tech Chris Hastie – Theatre Manager Maia Williams – Stage Manager Assistant Trevor Bly – Set Design for Year 6 Performance Zac Mellor – Stage Manager (Year 12)

COSTUME SUPPORT

Kate Welch – Costume Support (Year 9) Melissa Kelly – Costume Support

GUEST PERFORMERS

Gisella Colletti – Vocalist: Hold My Hand (Year 12) Sofia Carcione – Narrator: Heaven’s Declare (Year 3)

GUEST CHOREOGRAPHERS

Asia “ACE” Hughes – Guest Choreographer Elysha Atwell – Guest Choreographer Rhyli Nieves – Guest Choreographer

MARKETING

Alexandra Carcione – Marketing & Communications Brittney De Gouveia – Marketing & Communications

PHOTOGRAPHY

David Mueller – Photographer

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