Henry Matisse said "Creativity takes courage". This year at our Showcase, we see the hard evidence that we have courageously creative students at Merici College. Aren't we privileged to bear witness to this fact this year! I am constantly impressed by the innovative, individual and powerful talent of the media makers, artists, designers, actors, dancers, dramatists, photographers, graphic artists, instrumentalists and vocalists here at Merici. Throughout the semester our students have shared the process of their creativity and this year at our Showcase, we are privileged to connect with their final (or almost final) products. Students from Years 7-12 performed musical pieces, including ensemble and solo arrangements, as well as the Junior and Senior Dance classes, who performed routines that showcased their diversity. Year 9/10 Drama performed their ACTUP performance and our cast showcased pieces from our upcoming musical, Matilda Jr. As our community entered the exhibition, you will have noticed the many beauiful Art, Photographic, graphics and Textiles and Design displays adorning the space.
What a range of means our students have found to express their creativity! No cookie-cutter approach to the Creative and Performing Arts at Merici College.
Congratulations to all exhibiting and performing students at our Showcase.
I would like to take some time to thank those who have helped make our 2021 Showcase possible:
- Maintenance team: Trent Cannell and his team
- AV support: Mark Fritz and Vincent McLeod
- Canteen and Hospitality Teams
- Ros Parisi for her marketing
It goes without saying that parents and carers must be thanked for their unconditional support and encouragement of our exceptional students.
Of course, I would like to recognise the wonderfully talented and dedicated team of professionals who work with our young women. Thank you! Eistein said that "Creativity is contagious, pass it on". You have!
They are:
- Laura Pearce (Coordinator of Creative and Performing Arts)
- Holly Bray
- Nicola Bartasek
- Carly Johnson
- Matt Reynolds
- Virginia McLeod
- Clare Freeman
- Susan Anderson
Lastly, I must thank our creative young women. I am so proud of you. You have followed your interests and passions. Stay courageous in all you do.
Anna Masters
Principal
Full gallery here
