Merici College CAPA Showcase Semester 1 2023
Principal Address 20 June 2023
Martin O/Malley said “A community united by the ideals of compassion and creativity has incredible power. Art of all kinds – music, literature, traditional arts, visual arts – can lift a community.”
It is evident this evening that we have artists who enlighten, inspire and “lift” our community at Merici College. We are privileged to bear witness to this fact. 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 tonight we are privileged to connect with their final (or almost final) products. Students from Years 7-12 have performed musical pieces, including ensemble and solo arrangements, as well as the Junior and Senior Dance classes, performing routines that showcase their diversity. Drama students have performed various pieces. As you entered the exhibition tonight you will have noticed the many truly fascinating and powerful Art, Photographic, graphics and Textiles and Design displays adorning the space.
What a range of means our students have found to express their creativity and individuality!
Congratulations to all exhibiting and performing here this evening.
I am going to take the opportunity of having a captive audience here tonight to advertise the coming production that is on our playbill:
Alice In Wonderland: 28-30 July 2023. Tickets are on sale now.
I am very much looking forward to a production that has had our creative community working together with such dedication, expertise and enthusiasm.
I would also like to take some time to thank those who have helped make this Showcase possible:
- Maintenance team: Trent Cannell and his team
- AV support
- 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 talented students. The power of our community to unite so many through creativity is incredible!
Of course, I want to recognize the wonderfully talented and dedicated team of professionals who work with our young women. Thank you. Einstein said that “Creativity is contagious, pass it on.” You have.
They are:
- Ali McEwen(Coordinator of Creative and Performing Arts)
- Stephanie Spiller (Co-ordinator of Global Studies)
- Carly Johnson
- April Croft
- Virginia McLeod
- Heather Lloyd
- Nicola Bartasek
- Matt Reynolds
- Clare Freeman
- Indy 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. Keep using your creative powers to unite, inspire and uplift our community.
Anna Masters, Principal
Full image gallery here.
