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About the Academy
The Performing Arts Academy at Charles Campbell College prides itself in valuing the Arts and is recognised for its innovative and applied approach in the delivery of a specialised performing arts program. Our industry experienced Arts team is committed to the implementation and development of a unique Arts curriculum. At the heart of all performing Arts activities and programs is the inclusion and promotion of the following core values: Respect, Excellence and Learning.
Students will have the opportunity to preform in our school performances and in the community, professional venues and events. To achieve and sustain a career in the Arts, it is essential that all students are multi-skilled and it is for this reason, our mainstream courses are structured to provide flexibility through a range of Arts experiences.
Students will have the opportunity to preform in our school performances and in the community, professional venues and events. To achieve and sustain a career in the Arts, it is essential that all students are multi-skilled and it is for this reason, our mainstream courses are structured to provide flexibility through a range of Arts experiences.
Program Outline
The Performing Arts subjects include MUSIC, DANCE and DRAMA in line with the Australian Curriculum. The Academy students in Year 7 will be provided with a 10 week rotation of all Arts subjects and will study two of the following Performing Arts subjects -
Year 7 - Students participate and are rotated through all Arts subjects: Music, Drama, Dance, Visual Art and Media.
Year 8 to 10 - Students will choose two subjects from the Australian Curriculum.
Dance:
Other subjects include: Visual Art - Art & Design, Creative Arts - Media and Digital Photography and Certificate III Gaming.
Year 7 - Students participate and are rotated through all Arts subjects: Music, Drama, Dance, Visual Art and Media.
Year 8 to 10 - Students will choose two subjects from the Australian Curriculum.
Dance:
- A range of dance styles; Contemporary, jazz, tap and ballet
- Composition and choreography and Musical Theatre
- Performances at community events
- Instrumental Music
- Solo Performance/Ensemble performance
- Instrumental/Vocal
- Theatre fundamentals/Page to Stage
- Performing and ensemble skills and Gene Study of specific theatre genre.
Other subjects include: Visual Art - Art & Design, Creative Arts - Media and Digital Photography and Certificate III Gaming.
Former Charles Campbell College graduates have become independent artists directing their companies as well as working in film, TV, the Australian Ballet, contemporary dance and theatre companies as performers, musicians, singers, technicians, writers and directors.
Selection Criteria
Audition
Auditions will be held twice a year and will consist of two parts: a performance and an interview.
Performance
Applicants are asked to present three pieces, one for each performing arts area: Dance, Drama and Music. Students are requested to bring their own instrument (if applicable) or a backing track and copies of their music. They will also be required to bring a change of clothes.
Interview
Applicants are advised to bring a portfolio that includes:
Auditions will be held twice a year and will consist of two parts: a performance and an interview.
Performance
Applicants are asked to present three pieces, one for each performing arts area: Dance, Drama and Music. Students are requested to bring their own instrument (if applicable) or a backing track and copies of their music. They will also be required to bring a change of clothes.
Interview
Applicants are advised to bring a portfolio that includes:
- Most recent reports from their current school
- Reference from a performing arts teacher (if possible)
- Any other information that highlights their interest and commitment to the Performing Arts
Cost
Participation in the Performing Arts Academy will incur an additional fee of $150 per year to cover expenses including exclusive access to:
- excursion to see a professional production
- incursion by a visiting professional or company
- Academy T-shirt or polo with the Academy logo
- Access to professional resources
Round 1 Audition
Applications Due: Please complete the Expression of Interest form. Once we have received this, you will be emailed an official Application and further audition information. The Application needs to be returned to the school no later than Wednesday 8th of May.
Audition Date: Wednesday 15th of May 2019 8:30am to 12:45pm
Audition Date: Wednesday 15th of May 2019 8:30am to 12:45pm
Contact Information
Christine Frahn: Assistant Principal Years 7-9 (Performing Arts: Academy Selective Entry Program)
Jenny Noel: Arts Publicity Officer
Charles Campbell College
3 Campbell Road
Paradise 5075
South Australia, Australia
Phone: 8165 4700
Fax: 8165 4750
Email: dl.1028.info@schools.sa.edu.au
Jenny Noel: Arts Publicity Officer
Charles Campbell College
3 Campbell Road
Paradise 5075
South Australia, Australia
Phone: 8165 4700
Fax: 8165 4750
Email: dl.1028.info@schools.sa.edu.au