Kids in Town 2017

The busy Arts term has kicked off well with a super "Kids in Town" event held today at the Art Gallery. Hoon Hay School was the only school performing and the children gave it their all to an appreciative audience of parents, grandparents, and visitors to the Art Gallery. 
Half of Room 15 took part by performing in the Kapa Haka and choir items. They put their heart and soul into it today. Well done children and special thanks to the parents and grandparents who came out to support us.

Zach listens carefully to Sophie's mihi

This was a very special moment when Flynn, Riley, and Kamai started the performance.

Zach, Luke, and Flynn are throwing themselves into it

Matatihi - Maia's Journey of Bravery

Our tamariki enjoyed the performance today from our friends at the Court Theatre with this year's show, Matatihi - Maia's Journey of Bravery.
The wonderful thing about this performance was that it incorporated all four disciplines within the Arts - Dance, Drama, Visual Art, and Music.
It's not an easy task to keep over 400 students engaged and focused for 40mins but Kim, Albany and Jane did it beautifully, and we loved it!

Thank you to Kim, Albany and Jane for an amazing performance.

Tom gets to try on Pouakai's mask

We loved these props!

All the props are made from recycled materials - Titi was made from an old mop.

It's been a big day for Pouakai

This performance was based on a lot of different stories from people in our local area who have been brave and who have a story to tell.

When did you last feel brave? Who helped you to feel brave?

Cars and Cones - We're all going to Funky Town!

Wow, what a great time we had with our wearable art show! The children excelled themselves with putting together their wearable art and managing their excitement and energy during what was a very full on week of performances to our happy audiences! Check out some of the many photos taken and let us know what you thought about the show if you were there!

A nervous wait backstage

Loads of hot glue has gone into these outfits! George was always there to help his classmates!

Makeup touch ups

The school show on Friday was a huge success!

All Over! An ice-cream cone, popcorn and a movie was enjoyed by all.