The Australian School of Performing Arts was established in 2009, founded on a desire to ensure that all children, teachers and communities have the opportunity to experience the enduring, significant and powerful benefits of engaging in the performing arts.
Humble beginnings
The Australian Girls Choir (AGC) was established in 1984 by Judith Curphey OAM, with 150 girls rehearsing in four classes in the Melbourne suburb of Burwood and Judith as the sole tutor. Today the AGC is proud to have 6500 girls learning to sing, dance and perform in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.
AGC sets the stage
The founding philosophy behind the AGC is that every child can learn to sing given encouragement and training, and the dynamic and inclusive curriculum is designed to cater to varying abilities and confidence levels. The senior performance groups have shared the stage with outstanding artists including Pharrell Williams, Olivia Newton-John and on tour with Hugh Jackman, released several CDs, and performed for audiences including Pope Benedict XVI, the King of Tonga, Barack Obama and Queen Elizabeth II.
ASPA is born..
After experiencing the profound and positive impacts of the performing arts through the AGC, Judith was compelled to extend these opportunities to students and teachers and communities who may not otherwise have access to them. Since it’s establishment in 2009, ASPA Education (formerly Australian Arts Alive) has engaged thousands of participants in many and varied programs – providing performing arts workshops and holiday programs, creating choreography for school concerts, directing school musicals and facilitating professional development sessions for teachers and early childhood educators.
Since 2009, ASPA Ed has been delivering Sandhurst Arts on Show - a dynamic performing arts program for the students of the Sandhurst Diocese. This year, we worked alongside 44 regional Victorian primary schools to prepare performance pieces which culminated in three weeks of shows! To learn more about how ASPA Ed can deliver tailored workshops or programs to your school, visit our website via the link in our bio. 🎭💙
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Summer Showtime Holiday Program is so much more than just Performing Arts – it’s an incredible opportunity to grow in so many ways! 🌟 Our January 2024 participants share how they’ve developed vital skills like teamwork, confidence, and public speaking – all while having a blast! 🎭
Join us in January 2025 for an unforgettable experience as we dive into the magical worlds of Finding Nemo KIDS and Seussical™ KIDS! Whether you’re taking the stage or building new skills for life offstage, this program is the perfect way to let your inner performer shine and discover your full potential. ✨ Don’t miss out – sign up now via the link in our bio!
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