Creative Arts Captain

Concurrently, the staff and students were producing and staging the College musical Little Women, which was performed in May and featured many of the Senior Drama students in key roles. The production was a huge success, bringing together students from across the Senior School and utilising their talents in acting, singing, dancing, playing instruments, set construction, costume design and scenic art. This was certainly the highlight for many Senior students who thoroughly enjoyed their last opportunity to perform in a musical and at a professional venue, Redland Performing Arts Centre. There is no doubt that the younger students have been inspired to continue their study in the Performing Arts, with the goal of joining the cast and crew of future productions.

The second Creative Arts In the Spotlight evening showcased the amazing work of all students studying Drama, Film & Television and Visual Art, with the addition of a professional sound and lighting crew creating a performance space in the Kleinschmidt Centre Auditorium. The performance of Spontaneous Human Combustion featured a group of Drama students from Years 8-12, and was a comedy play delivering a strong message. Two short films were created by the Media students, in collaboration with the Drama students and guest Director, Kyle Head. Following the success of Little Women, the dance troupe continued developing skills in singing and dancing by selecting two items from Broadway musicals: Hairspray and Jersey Boys. Additionally, the specialist dancers performed a lyrical dance choreographed by Chelsea Diehm.

It has been a full and rewarding year for all in the Creative Arts Department and I look forward to returning to the College to support the upcoming Redeemer Creative Arts students at future performances and events.