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.
What a spectacular day! 💙
Our `Show-Stopping School Concerts` Teacher PD has been a huge success, and the final stops are Adelaide and Perth this Friday! Don’t miss your chance to join in the fun, secure your spot via the link in our bio!
Swipe to see highlights from our Melbourne and Brisbane workshops! ⭐
Aug 7
Tomorrow`s the big day! ☀️🙌
Instructors Ainsley and Lani had a ball at Glen Waverley Primary school this morning for their last rehearsal before Concert day! Tomorrow, they`ll join Instructors Clare and Sally to bring it all to life on stage! ✨🎭
We couldn`t be prouder of how hard every student has worked to put together each of their songs, dances and solo parts in just 4 weeks! Make sure to tune in tomorrow to see some behind the scenes action of what we get up to 💙
Aug 7
Have you read our Latest News Article? 📰
With planning season in full swing, and Principals, Heads of Department, and Classroom Teachers in search of programs that energise students while supporting their personal growth, we’re zooming in on the assistance we can provide you and your school through tried and tested performing arts programs. 💙❤️
Head to our website (link in bio) to discover more! ✨
Aug 1
We’re excited to kick off a new school concert journey at St Joseph’s Primary in Collingwood! ✨💙
Instructors Ela and Maddy are ready to spark joy over the next few weeks of music, movement, and creative magic. Don’t miss our behind-the-scenes peeks and student spotlights!
If you`d like to see how the Team at ASPA Education could assist with your school production, chat with us today for a personalised quote! 🎭⭐
Aug 1