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 itβs 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.
Our Performing Arts Content Booster Teacher PD workshops today in Brisbane and Melbourne were a success! Our presenters had a fantastic time collaborating with all the passionate educators who attended. π
Keep an eye out on our socials for some snapshots from today! πΈ
For performing arts educators in Perth and Adelaide, there`s still time to secure your spot for next week! Head over to our website to book now (link in bio). π
May 9
Our Take The Stage Holiday Program is fast approaching, and this year weβre thrilled to be offering the option to attend for either 2 or 3 days! π
You can dive into the performing arts a day early with our 3-Day option, designed for budding performers to extend their singing, dance, and drama skills while making new friends! π΅
From day two, the fun and friendships will only grow! 2-Day participants will join the group and everyone will spend the next 2 days creating an amazing performance for our end-of-program concert! β¨
Ready to Take The Stage? Head to our website (link in bio) to register today before spots run out!
May 7
The countdown is on! Just a couple of days to go before our Performing Arts Content Booster Teacher PD workshops launch in Brisbane and Melbourne this Friday. π
Get ready for a hands-on day filled with practical tips and a wide range of resources to engage students of all ages and abilities.β¨
This workshop will also be running in Perth on Friday May 16 and in Adelaide on Friday May 23. Book now for final spots (Link in bio)!
May 5
On Sunday, ASPA Ed Instructor Emma spent a wonderful day working with talented choristers from Vocal Fusion Youth Choir in Bunbury, as part of their singing, dancing and drama Day Camp! ππ΅
Emma was so impressed with their enthusiasm and obvious love for singing, with many smiling faces and a lovely group sound, it was a huge success! π
Interested to know how ASPA Ed`s Singing Incursions can transform your students` learning experience? Discover more on our website! (Link in bio) π
May 3
