In 2021 the Schools Spectacular will be a composite of live and digital performances. If selected, you will be informed whether your school’s performance will be live in the arena or part of the digital component.
In 2021 the Schools Spectacular will be a composite of live and digital performances. If selected, you will be informed whether your school’s performance will be live in the arena or part of the digital component.
The Combined Choir showcases public school students from primary and secondary schools around NSW. The choir is an impressive musical force within the production. The choir is divided into primary and secondary sections. Schools are selected based upon performance quality and musical balance.
Schools involved in the combined choir will be selected through an online video audition. Schools are asked to present one piece on the video.
Secondary auditions must be in two or more parts as appropriate to the choir. While the Schools Spectacular is a high-energy contemporary show with an emphasis on colour and movement, the choir selections are made based on the choral technique demonstrated in the audition video.
All school groups must submit an online audition video link.
Choir groups should be no more than 24 students. It is possible that not all 24 students will be selected. Exact numbers will be notified on acceptance.
To assist schools with auditioning in 2021, The Arts Unit has produced a choir audition resource package for the song ‘Go For Broke’. Schools can choose to audition for the 2021 Schools Spectacular using this song or a song of their choosing.
Monday 19 April 2021 | Online applications open |
Friday 11 June 2021 | Online applications close and video auditions due |
Friday 30 July 2021 | Schools notified of acceptance into show |
Tuesday 24 August to Thursday 26 August 2021 | Online teachers’ information meetings |
Thursday 28 October 2021 | Secondary Choir rehearsal (Sydney metro schools only) |
Thursday 11 November 2021 | Secondary Choir rehearsal (Sydney metro schools only) |
Wednesday 17 November 2021 | Final Choir Rehearsals (Compulsory for all schools) |
Thursday 18 November 2021 | Full dress rehearsal |
Friday 19 November 2021 | Schools preview and evening performances |
Saturday 20 November 2021 | Matinee and evening performances |
Please note: Schools will be notified of exact details if successful.
There will be a small cost of up to $70 per student in the choir for costume and prop items.
The cost of the items per student will be direct debited from your school. Students will pay their school directly once the school has been notified of their acceptance into the show.