NAPA News - Week 4, Term 4, 2025
FROM THE DIRECTOR
Welcome to week 4… we are nearly halfway through the term already!
A massive congratulations to our Broadway Bound students who performed Curtains over the weekend. I’m sure everyone who attended will agree that it was a smash! The kids did a brilliant job with this little known musical. They embraced it from day one and the results were proof of their hard work. This was a special cast with so many amazing performances, from our leads to our ensemble players. Everyone looked like they were having a ball. Well done to our cherubs, but also to our amazing creative team - Cilla, Matt, Mandy and Suzanne. We couldn’t do it without you!
Photo by David Reynolds
QUICK REMINDERS
CAST T-SHIRTS - LITTLE MERMAID ORDERS NOW CLOSED.
TICKETS TO LITTLE MERMAID NEARLY SOLD OUT
NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
HALLOWEEN DISCO!
We will be hosting a Halloween disco on Saturday November 1st. Our Halloween disco has always been a hit with the cherubs and we are excited to bring it back in 2025.
Tickets can be purchased via our website and include entry, a drink and a lolly bag for $15
Prizes for best dressed and more. Friends are welcome too!
5.30-7.30pm in the NAPA Theatre
REMINDER - MISS KIM AWAY
Miss Kim will be away from the studio and off emails from Monday 27th October to Sunday 2nd November. While I’m away, as always, please ensure Kimberley is your first point of contact. I will be checking in with her daily.
KIMBERLEY - [email protected]
2026 DANCE CONCERT
OUR DANCE CONCERT REHEARSAL SCHEDULE AND COSTUME NOTE WILL BE SENT OUT TODAY.
A reminder that all dance classes (except Mini Classes and Advanced Jazz/Broadway) are part of the concert. If your child is in a dance class and is not intending on taking part in the concert, please let us know ASAP as costumes are being ordered.
Wellbeing
The Power of Positive Friendships
Building Each Other Up in the Performing Arts
One of the most beautiful parts of studying the performing arts is the friendships that form along the way. Sharing the stage, celebrating successes, and facing challenges together creates bonds that often last a lifetime. But just like any performance, great friendships take intention, respect, and care.
In a creative environment, it’s easy to compare yourself to others — who got the solo, the lead role, or the front-row spot. But true friendship in the arts means celebrating each other’s achievements and supporting one another through setbacks. When we lift each other up instead of competing, everyone grows stronger — both as artists and as people.
Positive friendships are built on kindness, honesty, and encouragement. They create safe spaces where students can take risks, express themselves freely, and learn without fear of judgment. These connections remind us that performing isn’t just about standing out — it’s about coming together to create something meaningful.
At NAPA, we’re proud to see so many of our students forming friendships that go beyond the classroom — friendships rooted in mutual respect, shared passion, and genuine care. Because when we focus on building each other up, the whole community shines a little brighter.
Let’s continue to celebrate the kind of friendships that inspire, support, and remind us why we love the performing arts.
CHERUB OF THE WEEK
CONGRATULATIONS GEORGIA!
Georgia is a long-time NAPA student who continues to be a positive influence around the studio. She is polite, professional, and hardworking — everything that makes a true “NAPA Cherub.” Georgia gives her best in every situation, whether she’s in a lead or ensemble role, and is always an absolute pleasure to have in class. 💛
Congratulations, GEORGIA – we’re so proud of you!
PERFORMANCE TIPS
Respect the Space You’re In
Taking Pride in Our Creative Environment
At NAPA, we believe that being a great performer isn’t just about what happens on stage — it’s also about how you conduct yourself behind the scenes. Respecting the space you work in is a vital part of being a professional artist and a considerate member of our creative community.
Every studio, rehearsal room, and theatre we use is a shared environment. Keeping these spaces tidy, taking care with costumes and props, and leaving them just as you found them shows pride in your work and respect for others. Costumes, sets, and props are essential parts of storytelling — when you treat them with care, you help maintain the magic that makes every performance special.
After the final bow, the job isn’t over. Pitching in to help pack down, return items, and reset the space is part of what it means to be a team player. These small acts of responsibility show maturity and appreciation for the people who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make every show possible.
When we all take the time to look after our spaces, we’re not just cleaning up — we’re cultivating an environment of respect, discipline, and gratitude. And that’s the kind of attitude that turns good performers into great ones.
Let’s all do our part to keep NAPA shining bright — on stage and off!
