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.
Due to the evolving nature of COVID-19 and the ensuing guidelines, the Arena Choir will not be featured in a ‘Moving Choir’ item in 2021. This component will be referred to as the ‘Combined Primary Choir’.
Students in primary groups must be in Years 4 – 6.
Schools involved in the Combined Choir – Primary will be selected through an online video audition. Schools are asked to present one piece on the video. Primary choir auditions are preferable in two parts.
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 |
End of July 2021 | Schools notified of acceptance into show |
Tuesday 24 August to Thursday 26 August 2021 | Online teachers’ information meetings |
Monday 25 October – Wednesday 27 October 2021 (TBC) | Primary Choir rehearsals (Sydney metro schools only). Schools will be invited to attend on one of the dates listed. |
Monday 8 November – Wednesday 10 November 2021 (TBC) | Primary Choir rehearsal (Sydney metro schools only). Schools will be invited to attend on one of the dates listed. |
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.