The Lakes South Morang College has received a state award and is being considered for a national award for its Wakakirri performance, ‘The Fabric of You’.
Wakakirri is Australia’s largest performing arts event for schools with more than 200 taking part this year.
Participating schools are inspired by the Wakakirri ethos ‘great stories inspire change’ to create and perform story-dances that reflect students’ thoughts, ideas and aspirations.
The Wakakirri Festival Director Adam Loxley praised The Lakes South Morang College’s The Fabric of You performance as a standout.
“The standard of performance and the stories being told by schools this year was exceptional and The Lakes South Morang College should be very proud of their award,” he said.
The Lakes South Morang College performance coordinator Aimee Freind, said the event had a huge impact on the performing arts program.
“The performing arts program and the chance to create a piece for Wakakirri have been transformative for our students,” she said.
“The lockdowns took a toll on their self-esteem and confidence in performing, but these opportunities have allowed them to rediscover their passion and talent for dance and drama.
We have witnessed our students shine in new ways, forging strong connections across all secondary year levels and demonstrating impressive commitment and determination. We are incredibly proud of their achievements and the meaningful work they have created.”
Wakakirri Ambassador Christopher Politis described the performance as “A powerful performance with a relevant message!”
The Wakakirri Story-Dance Festival is a national program that helps schools develop student engagement and wellbeing through participation in the performing arts.
Schools participate by creating story-dances which they perform in live theatres in capital cities and selected regional areas around Australia.
Max Westwood
