2025 School Concert

Narrandera Public School has once again delivered a dazzling celebration of creativity, talent and community spirit with its 2025 school concert, Jamming Through the Genres. Every class from Kindergarten to Year 6 took to the stage, each embracing a different musical genre in a vibrant showcase of performance and teamwork.

The evening opened with Musical Theatre, as the Year 5 Brumbies raised the curtain on a performance full of heart, humour and Broadway sparkle. Their Matilda-inspired number, “When I Grow Up,” brought a touch of magic that set the tone for the entire event.

From there, the audience was taken on a musical journey across styles, eras and cultures. The Year 4 Koalas dived under the sea with a bubbly, show-stopping SpongeBob SquarePants performance. Year 3 Sugar Gliders brought the beach indoors with a surf rock mash-up complete with surfboards, beach balls and nonstop summer fun. Year 2 Goannas transported the crowd to the African savannah through rhythmic movement and vibrant storytelling, while the Year 1 Turtles slowed the pace and invited everyone to relax with their soothing reggae rendition of Bob Marley’s “Three Little Birds.”

Kindergarten and Year 1 Lorikeets then whisked the audience away to the Wild West, showing off their cowboy moves in a lively country performance. The energy shifted again as the Year 6 Kookaburras electrified the theatre with a dynamic pop tribute to Michael Jackson’s iconic “Thriller.” The Year 5 Fruit Bats followed with an imaginative classical interpretation of “In the Hall of the Mountain King,” awakening a mysterious creature before fleeing in dramatic fashion.

The Year 4 Crayfish pumped up the nostalgia with a high-energy throwback to hip hop, rap and 90s beats, while the Year 3 Manta Rays lit up the stage with a high-intensity K-Pop spectacular where the beat dropped harder than a demon on dance-floor duty. The rock spirit came alive when the Year 2 Bilbies channelled School of Rock with confident dance moves and rock-star attitude. Kindergarten Ngarrangs then took the crowd back to the funky 70s, sparkling under the disco ball in a vibrant disco routine. Rounding out the journey, the Year 6 Stingrays brought Motown classics to life, transitioning from the smooth charm of “My Girl” to the upbeat fun of “Do You Love Me.”

Behind every item were weeks of preparation. Costumes and props were thoughtfully designed and handmade by students and staff, offering opportunities for hands-on learning, problem solving and creativity. Choreography was a collaborative effort across the whole school, giving students an active role in shaping the show. Under the direction of NPS Creative Arts Teacher Ms Hayley Ruffles — and supported by every staff member — the concert ran smoothly.

The concert featured two performances: a packed Tuesday evening show and a Thursday matinee. Tuesday night saw the CRC Plaza Theatre filled to the brim, buzzing with excitement. Community feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with many calling Jamming Through the Genres one of NPS’s best concerts to date.

Students’ dedication shone through in every moment. Their enthusiasm, resilience and teamwork were evident in each performance, leaving audiences smiling from ear to ear. The show became the talk of the town — and it was clear why.

The night concluded with a whole-school finale of “Can’t Stop the Feeling,” where every student, staff member and audience member joined in for a high-spirited, heart-warming end to an unforgettable event.

Narrandera Public School extends sincere thanks to Narrandera Sound and Lighting for their outstanding technical support, professionalism and extraordinary sound and lighting, and to the CRC Plaza Theatre for hosting. The school also acknowledges the unwavering support of families, staff and the wider community — all of whom helped make Jamming Through the Genres a success.

For those who missed it, NPS concerts take place every second year. Be sure to keep an eye out in 2027 — you won’t want to miss the next one!