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Our newly completed Arts Centre now sits proudly on our campus, marking the northern gateway and opening up the heritage heart of the School. We look forward to welcoming our school and wider communities to this fantastic space as we showcase and celebrate the innovation, talent and vibrancy of our students.

It was with a sense of jubilation and pride that the Arts Centre auditorium opened to students in September 2020, completing a visionary five-year project that has culminated in one of New Zealand’s leading performing arts and learning facilities.

Students have already been flocking to the new space, with the Junior School claiming the limelight with their performance of Madagascar, A Musical Adventure Jr, the first production to be held in the newly opened 920-seat theatre. This is just the first of many events already filling the Diocesan calendar, from choral events and year-group assemblies through to our end-of-year prize givings.

The building captures the essence of what is special about Diocesan, our strong sense of community and the support provided by so many to give opportunities that will enhance the experience of all Diocesan girls, now and into the future.

The Arts Centre project has seen the whole school community come together to support the creation of this wonderful learning and performance space. It is testament to the generosity and efforts of so many, from private donors to the Heritage Foundation, Dio Arts, Parents & Friends, the Old Girls’ League and more.

Three of the first events to be held in our new auditorium were the Year 5 production of Madagascar Jr, the Aria and Concerto competitions and the Arts Showcase.

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FINALLY, A TIME TO CELEBRATE!

On a beautiful evening in late October, many of our generous donor families and friends joined us to celebrate and enjoy a tour of the stunning Diocesan Arts Centre. It is an absolute joy to see this final stage of our campus master plan, begun in 1995, completed. And to see the delighted reactions of those whose contributions turned the dream into a reality.

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An afternoon of fun & frivolity... FINDING YOUR SEAT!

There was an excited buzz in the air as Old Girls, past and current parents, and the girls searched for their named seats in the theatre. While guests enjoyed popcorn and candy floss, milkshakes and lemonade in the foyer, JP the Entertainer whizzed around on his unicycle and wowed the crowd with his magic tricks and juggling skills – the girls also got a chance to learn some circus arts on the stage. Hilarious props in the photo booth topped off the afternoon, adding lots of fun. Another enjoyable celebration of the Arts Centre!