Community
20 September, 2024
Nemo found!
STUDENTS at St Pius X Primary School have thrilled audiences this week with their production of ‘Finding Nemo Kids.’
Led by staff member Samantha O’Keefe, the production featured the entire student body – more than 250 children – in a variety of roles both on and off the stage.
“It’s been a wonderful team effort,” Ms O’Keefe said.
“The students have been amazing in their work and dedication. Those not on stage have taken on other roles and have done so with enthusiasm.
“Our Hands-on Learning students worked hard on the props and backdrops while our cast spent all of term three rehearsing.
“The production became an integrated topic, there was lots of learning about the ocean and marine animals which the children really enjoyed.”
Ms O’Keefe said the school was also grateful for the support of Holiday Actors and Primary Performers.
St Pius X principal Nick Murrell – who also played a surprise on-stage role – said he was extremely proud of all students and staff involved
“This (production) is such a great thing for the students to be involved in and we’re very proud of them all; whether they painted a prop, helped backstage or performed,” he said.
“Productions are such an important and special part of learning and we’re grateful for Samantha’s (O’Keefe) work and dedication to this.”
A group of lucky local kindergarten children enjoyed the performance on Wednesday while the community, family and friends were treated to a special show on Wednesday night.
