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Performing Arts (BIG
Boys in Groove
Boys In Groove
One, two, three … one hundred and fifty Trinity junior boys dancing their hearts out at the BIG auditions! This was a really positive start to the year, and these large numbers emphasised how dance continues to be celebrated in the Junior School. Perhaps the boys had been inspired by past BIG performances or had been tuning in each week to the latest season of So You Think You Can Dance. The quality of dancing had certainly improved, making it extremely difficult to select just 40 boys for the BIG ‘08 ensemble. The first formal performance for the year began with some experimental concepts at the Term 1 Junior Music Assembly. The assembly provided an opportunity for the boys to exhibit some of the dance ideas they had been workshopping during the term. During Term 2 the boys began work on the item to be presented at the Catholic Schools’ Performing Arts Festival. The piece, titled Mister Henri Highpants, was a curious study of the challenge and importance of being one’s self. The boys learnt some new breakdance steps and nearly all of the dancers perfected a difficult move called the ‘baby freeze’. The choreography was quite complex and included a combination of dance styles, as well as interesting layering and unison work. The title role was performed by talented Year 7 student,
Tom Lowry. The kooky costumes, designed and sewn by our generous mothers, led by Mrs Carolyn Orr, were as creative as ever! Term 3 saw the boys perform Mister Henri Highpants at the Perth Convention Centre as part of the Catholic Schools’ Performing Arts Festival. Their performance was full of excitement and passion, and culminated in an Honourable Mention from the adjudicators. However the biggest thrill was yet to come, with the announcement that BIG had received the Presentation Sisters’ Primary Dance shield and the privileged opportunity to perform Ms Ruth Bott Performing Arts Coordinator at the Festival’s final concert held at the Perth Concert Hall. This was the fifth time BIG has been awarded the shield for most outstanding primary dance. Term 3 also saw the final performance of this BIG item at the annual Outside Edge Contemporary Concert on 15th September. The boys and I were sad to leave this item behind us, knowing that the BIG ‘08 experience was drawing to an end. Working with these 40 energetic, committed dancers was brilliant and I will always remember the boys singing expressively to one of their favourite dance tracks, Express Yourself. An additional element to the dance calendar was the Term 4 dance workshops which gave a further 70 boys the opportunity to develop their dance skills. These sessions, known as the BIG 2 Workshops, saw the boys practise their circus, breakdance and martial arts skill under the instruction of expert coaches. Yes, dance at Trinity College is BIGger and better than ever!
Why Trinity junior boys like to dance…
I like to dance because it makes me feel good about myself and it’s fun.
James Ryan Yr 7
I like to dance because it gives me a way to express myself and show my true colours. Also, when I dance I just can’t stop because I’m in the moment.
Finlay Koenig-Luck Yr 7 G
I love to dance because you get to move around freely and fluidly. I get to use up my energy in a fun way.
Coen Newton-Johnson
I like to dance because it is a fun and interesting thing to do. I like to do all Ms Bott’s creative stuff. My most favourite dance at Trinity College was i-fly. My passion in life is dancing and I would really like to continue and join the senior group GIG.
Jake Tana Yr 6
I like to dance because it’s fun, I can be with my friends and learn great movements.
Fraser Hay Yr 7
I like to dance because it’s exciting and you can meet new friends. I like the style of the music.
Trent and Chase Yr 4
I like to dance because it’s fun, uses lots of energy, keeps you fit and it’s challenging. It’s awesome to explore dance at different places.
Cameron McSweeney Yr 7 Ms Ruth Bott
Performing Arts Coordinator
I like to dance because when I’m on stage it feels so good. It’s fun and it’s inspirational, like the dancers from the show, So You Think You Can Dance.
Tom Lowry Yr 7
I like to dance because it’s fun, awesome, cool in many ways and you never stop moving. Dance can be about anything!
Wes Maxfield Yr 7
I like to dance because it’s fun, it’s energetic, it keeps you fit and healthy and teaches you a lot about beats, counts and different ideas.
Josh Bartlett Yr 7
I like to dance because it’s fun, fast moving and athletic. I just enjoy the experience.
Tom Maxfield Yr 7
I like to dance because the feeling of being on stage dancing is so great. Also, all the different moves we learn, doing them gives you the best feeling in your life.
Cory Dugan Yr 7
I like to dance because it is fun and energetic. I do it because it is another way to have fun in life. I like it because I can see my friends, have a different teacher and skip some school.
Jack Perry Yr 7
I like BIG because it’s fun, exciting and you learn how to dance. You don’t learn to dance in some other schools, so do it when you can.
