It has been another vibrant and creative fortnight across Performing Arts at Clonard College, with students preparing for performances, rehearsing collaboratively and continuing to build confidence in Music, Drama and Dance.

A highlight this week was our wonderful Solo Performance Evening held on Tuesday 19 May in the Kildare Theatre. Families and friends enjoyed an evening of outstanding performances from our instrumental and vocal students, showcasing the work they have been developing with their music tutors throughout the semester. Students performed with courage, musicality and professionalism across a wide range of repertoire, and we congratulate all performers on their preparation and commitment.

Next week is Arts Week, with a range of lunchtime performances taking place in the Kildare Theatre. Throughout the week, students from Concert Band, String Ensemble, Rock Bands, Clonard Singers, VCE Music, Dance and Drama classes will share performances with the school community. A special highlight will be the Wednesday lunchtime Showcase Performance, featuring Showcase musicians and VCE Dance students presenting their work to the school community. Arts Week is always a wonderful opportunity to celebrate student creativity, collaboration and the vibrant culture of Performing Arts at Clonard.

On Thursday 21 May, selected students from the Clonard Singers will attend the Combined Choir Day at Sacred Heart College. Students will rehearse from 3.30pm before taking part in the evening performance at 6.30pm alongside singers from other Geelong schools. This special event gives students the opportunity to collaborate with a large combined choir and experience the excitement of community performance and shared music-making.

Students are also continuing preparations for the upcoming Clonard Musical Ensemble Evening on Tuesday 9 June in Tullow Hall. Year 7 Music students and ensembles have been rehearsing enthusiastically with their tutors and are looking forward to sharing their work with families and the wider school community.

Thank you to our dedicated staff, instrumental tutors, students and families for the ongoing support of Performing Arts at Clonard. We look forward to another exciting few weeks ahead.

Ms Marcia Howard
Music Leader – Performing Arts