Nationally Renowned Performing Arts Program
Our School of Performing Arts has a far-reaching reputation for the outstanding professionalism of our productions and performances, the success of our Alumni and the quality of our Performing Arts specialist teachers.
Our ensembles have contributed significantly to many national and international events over the past two decades. Our biennial musical productions are the envy of local schools and theatre companies showcase our outstanding performers.
Our comprehensive performance program is dedicated to excellence. Through orchestras, ensembles, rock bands, choirs, cheerleading, dance companies and drama, we nurture talents, practise to perfection and create unforgettable experiences for every student.
The program offers many solo opportunities, small ensemble and large event performances. Our Secondary students are proud to showcase the skills they have developed as they flourish in the performing arts.
The core of the School of Performing Arts is the tuition program where students from Year Seven have the opportunity to participate in group and private instrumental, vocal and dance lessons on a weekly basis. This is supported by an extensive co-curricular program.
All tuition, activities and rehearsals are held in state-of-the-art facilities that include classrooms, individual rehearsal studios, a theatre and dance studio.
Band and String
Students from Year Seven have the opportunity to be involved in the ensemble-based performance program. Instrumental ensemble opportunities include concert bands, jazz bands, string orchestras, guitar ensembles, rock bands, chamber ensembles and the Marching Eagles. Student involvement in the Instrumental Performance Program is focussed on participation in performance groups and is supported by enrolment in either group or private instrumental tuition with specialist teachers.
Extension opportunities exist for students to participate in multiple ensembles and auditions are held at the end of each year for placement into instrumental ensembles. Instrumental co-ordinators will guide students to the most suitable ensemble. Student participation in performance programs requires a full year commitment.
Choral and Vocal
The Choral Program provides all students with a positive choral experience. From the most inexperienced singer through to highly accomplished and well-trained performers, students are able to be part of a progressive Choral Program that caters for vocalists of all levels.
Secondary students in Years Seven to Twelve can audition for choral ensembles that include the premier chamber choir, concert choir and cantabile choir. Vocal students undertake private tuition with a specialist vocal teacher and these studetns must be a current member of a JPC Choir. Student participation in the choral program requires a full year commitment..
Cheer
Students from Year Seven have the opportunity to participate in the Cheer Program. Cheer is a full year co-curricular and students audition each year for group placement. The number of groups changes annually based on the enrolment of students. Students must attend weekly training sessions and compete at nominated cheer competitions throughout the year.
Students learn fundamental skills in stunting, tumbling and cheer performance and perform at school events and competitions throughout the year. A number of groups are available throughout the Program catering for a beginner (Level 1) to advanced students (Level 4/5). Cheerleaders are encouraged to develop their skills following cheerleading safety progressions in order to maximise the memory of movement required for cheerleading tumbling and stunting.
Dance
Students from Year Seven, have the opportunity to participate in a range of dance experiences from beginner to advanced. Dance is a full year co-curricular and students audition each year for group placement. Students are exposed to a range of dance genres such as jazz, hip hop and contemporary and are given performance opportunities at school events and at competitions. Workshops with industry artists are a highlight for the students throughout the year. Students are encouraged to develop their performance, personal style and dance technique.
Drama
The Youth Theatre Company (Years Seven to Twelve) provides students with the chance to explore new directions and various styles in theatre, through both performance and workshop programs. Students are able to further develop skills in direction, acting improvisation and working in an ensemble. It seeks to develop the dramatic talent, skills and abilities of individual members.
Members of the Youth Theatre perform during the year and are encouraged to audition for College performances. Student participation in the Youth Theatre Program requires a full year commitment.
