More Wakakirri Awards!
We’re pleased to share the latest Wakakirri results and celebrate the outstanding efforts of our students across both the Senior and Junior School Co-curricular Jazz, Contemporary, and Ballet dance companies and ensembles. Their performances were full of imagination, energy, and teamwork and we couldn’t be prouder.
Senior School – ‘Sam I Am’, Receives State Story Award
Our Senior Years entry ‘Sam I Am’ has been recognised with a State Story Award and will be featured at the upcoming Wakakirri Awards Evening at NIDA Parade Theatre during Week 9 (we are waiting to hear final confirmation on exact date). This performance now progresses to the National Panel, with National results to be announced in Term 4.
Ambassador Comment
‘A high-energy story of self-discovery!’ – Samuel McKeown, Wakakirri Ambassador
Awards Received
- Ensemble Award for Dance Performance
- Ensemble Award for Group Dance
- Lead Cast Award for Performance in Acting
- Lead Cast Award for Performance in Dance
- Production Award for Sets and Props
- Spirit of Wakakirri Award
Ambassador Feedback
‘A big visual story packed with high energy and pure enthusiasm led by a captivating lead performer. Visually, this is bold. The story is easy to follow, with many strong elements that bring it to life. The lead, Sam, is a great storyteller. The use of props adds interest, and the collective dancing is well-executed and engaging.’
Junior School – ‘After the Fall’
Our Junior School entry After the Fall was a joyful and imaginative retelling of Humpty Dumpty’s story, brought to life with clever staging and vibrant energy. While this performance will not progress to the next round, it was recognised with an impressive collection of awards that highlight the students’ creativity, collaboration, and storytelling skills.
Ambassador Comment
‘A vibrant, high-energy comeback story of Humpty Dumpty.’ – Samuel McKeown, Wakakirri Ambassador
Awards Received
- Production Award for Sets and Props
- Production Award for Sets, Props and Costumes
- Ensemble Award for Dance Performance
- Storytelling Award for a Great Story
- Production Award for Overall Staging
- Best Public Speaking Award
Ambassador Feedback
‘This performance was bursting with energy and personality, brought to life through clever props, puppets, and vibrant costumes. The soundtrack and audience cheering added an exciting atmosphere, while the choreography was clean, dynamic, and well-rehearsed. The lead Humpty delivered an engaging and technically strong performance that anchored the number. It was also fantastic to see a conscious effort in reusing props and costuming, showing how creative staging can be both effective and sustainable behind the scenes.’
We are incredibly proud of our Junior School team for their bold storytelling and technical excellence. Their performance was a true celebration of creativity and collaboration.
Congratulations to all students, staff, and supporters involved in both productions.
– Jenna Skepper
Dance Coordinator
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