Since 1984 the Schools Spectacular has grown to become more than just a showcase highlighting the talents of the students of New South Wales public schools. It is an iconic cultural event incorporating students from diverse backgrounds and communities from the length and breadth of the state.
The Schools Spectacular is a world-class arena production and one of the largest annual events of its calibre anywhere in Australia – and arguably the world. From its ability to produce national and international stars, to its role in promoting inclusiveness and reconciliation, the Schools Spectacular has no peer.
In brief, the Schools Spectacular:
- has taken place annually at the Sydney Entertainment Centresince 1984
- involves approximately 3600 students from over 400 schools
- is an established and well recognised item on the Sydney live entertainment calendar
- showcases a cast of 2000 dancers performing styles ranging from classical to hip hop
- features a combined choir of 1300 and an 80-piece full symphony orchestra as well as jazz, stage and rock bands
- delivers outstanding, cutting-edge youth dance and musical performances
- features state-of-the-art sound, lighting and staging
- is televised nationally in a prime-time slot on ABC1
- establishes NSW as a national and world centre of excellence in youth performance and performing arts education
- incorporates the World’s Biggest Classroom exhibition program showcasing a broader range of student talent and skill.
The Schools Spectacular is a remarkable New South Wales success story and is proudly presented by the NSW Department of Education and Communities.
Information source: Schools Spectacular DEC
What also is wonderful is that Coffs Harbour Public School was asked to participate for a second successive year in the 29th “Our Time” Schools Spectacular which is a very rare occurrence. Nara, Kalia, Zoe, Nykol, Angus and Noah are performing in the Combined Choir along with 1,200 other NSW public School students. They have been keenly rehearsing a variety of vocal material ranging from “Ode to Joy” sung in German to the “Party Rock Anthem.” It is an exciting opportunity for these talented students who will perform in 4 performances at the Entertainment Centre on the 23rd and 24th of November. “It is such an honour to be part of such a wonderful opportunity provided to all NSW Public Education students” said our fantastic choir teacher, Ms Holden. Ms Holden is currently being mentored by Ian Jefferson, the Choral Director of the Schools Spectacular and she will be co-conducting the choir’s Moving choir item where all the mass choir stand on the main stage arena. The Schools Spectacular will be shown in coming weeks on ABC Television. Wow! Have a great time in Sydney everyone and we are very proud of you all 🙂
Here is the group caught throwing in a quick rehearsal on a very hot Thursday afternoon…
Ms Holden and Mrs Booth
Click on this image to see PSY move 🙂
