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This year's Arts Festival is centred around the theme of ‘Interwoven’. We all play an important—often subconscious—part in one another's lives. From bus drivers to refectory staff, teachers to cleaners, friends to parents, we are all connected and are threads in the rich tapestry of each other's stories. In this inaugural festival, we celebrate the differences, pursuits and passions that make our community unique. Through art, music, drama and creativity, we explore what the arts are truly about: community, individuality and expression. Together, we recognise the many ways our lives intertwine, creating something richer and more meaningful than any one of us could achieve alone.
Mrs Cherry Steed Head of Visual Arts
Mon 15
Birds of peace
A contemporary installation of origami cranes created by Senior School students. As they make their cranes, students will be encouraged to discuss and reflect on their hopes for peace, their aspirations for the future, and the importance of kindness and understanding.
Mon 15 & Tues 16
The Wind in the Willows
Our much anticipated Junior Production 6.30pm in the Chapel
Teresa Seals
A specialist chalk-drawing workshop led by renowned artist Teresa Seals. Designed specifically for GCSE students.
Wed 17
Mindful Macramé
Join Eva from Knotted Frills for a elaxing and creative macramé workshop. Years 7–13, parents and staff.
Thurs 18 Tues 23
GCSE & A-level Visual Arts Exhibition
5 - 7pm in The ARC
Join us for a celebratory evening showcasing outstanding work from our GCSE and A-level Art, Textiles and Photography students.
African Drumming Workshop Year 8 Pupils
Youth Performance Festival
At The New Wolsey Theatre
7pm
Wed 24
Caroline Corkhill
Animal sculptures
24 & 26 June
Years 7–13
Creating papier-mâché animals with precision and care. Students will learn sculpting techniques before bringing their creations to life with colour, pattern and decorative detail.
Thurs 25
Paint & Prosecco with Jake Andrew
4 - 6pm
Enjoy an inspiring evening of prosecco, canapés and creativity with acclaimed artist Jake Andrew. Participants will learn how to create dynamic and expressive paintings while exploring exciting contemporary techniques.
Fri 26
West End on Demand Workshop
10am - 1pm
Tues 30
Mamma Mia Trip
Musical theatre trip for students
Wed 1 July
Collaboration Concert
St Jo's Voices & Junior Strings with Paderborn’s Gymnasium Theodorianum
6pm in the Chapel
The visual and performing arts are interwoven throughout life at St Joseph's College, Ipswich, enriching learning, fostering creativity, and building connections across our school community.
Through the workshops, performances and collaborations in this programme, including our partnership with a visiting international school for a fusion concert, we hope to celebrate and demonstrate the enduring importance of the arts in bringing people, ideas and cultures together.
Miss Emma Wong Director of Music