Drama

Drama

Centrestage 2025 – All the World’s a Stage 

Inspired by Shakespeare’s timeless words, this year’s theme invites us to look beyond borders and draw from legends, folktales, lived experiences, celebrations, and universal truths from cultures across the globe. From cautionary tales such as The Boy Who Cried Wolf, to Chinese fables, beliefs like “karma,” and original pieces inspired by place, people, and tradition, each performance captures the richness and diversity of our world, and the power of storytelling to bridge divides. These dynamic and original works represent the culmination of our students’ creativity, collaboration, and dedication to their Co-curricular Drama studies throughout the year. We are thrilled to present their performances across three showcase evenings, celebrating the talents of students from Years 3 to 12. 

Dates – Term 4 Week 7  

  • Monday 24 November – Theatresports and Film Showcase in the GMCPA 
  • Tuesday 25 November – Junior dress rehearsal 
  • Wednesday 26 November – Junior Showcase in the GMCPA 
  • Thursday 27 November – Senior dress rehearsal 
  • Friday 28 November – Senior Showcase in the GMCPA 

Attendance and Participation 

Attendance at both the dress rehearsals and final performances is compulsory for all Drama students. These sessions are essential to ensure every performer feels confident, well-prepared, and ready to share their best work on stage. 

Media Release Form 

Please complete and return the media release form sent to our Co-curricular Drama Administrator, Kate Anthonisz, via email at kate.anthonisz@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au. 

Next Steps 

  • Costume lists will be distributed by the end of Term 3 
  • We ask students and families to please begin sourcing costume items over the break and ensure they are brought in by Week 1 of Term 4 
  • Keep performance dates and the rehearsal schedule noted in your calendars.  

Normal Co-curricular Drama class times will be adjusted during Week 7 in Term 4 to accommodate dress rehearsals and performance dates. 

We cannot wait to share this vibrant showcase with you, a celebration of student voice, global storytelling, and the transformative power of theatre. Your ongoing support is deeply appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you in the audience. 

Pymble Ladies College – Junior Drama Showcase – Grant Leslie Photography
Pymble Ladies College – Theatre Sports and Film – Grant Leslie Photography

Upcoming Competitions and Events 

HSC Drama Showcase – Tuesday 2 September at 5.30pm 

Ryde Eisteddfod 
Date: Friday 30 August 
Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm and 2.15pm to 4.15pm 
Venue: West Ryde Community Hall, 3 to 5 Anthony Road, West Ryde 

Classes: Year 5 Eisteddfod (Wednesday), Year 5 Eisteddfod (Monday Group 1), Year 5 Eisteddfod (Monday Group 1), Year 6 Eisteddfod (Monday Group 2), Year 7 Eisteddfod, and Year 8 Eisteddfod (Wednesday).