This July, we’re thrilled to be hosting a special musical gala celebrating the talented students, staff and alumni of the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA).
WAAPA, part of Edith Cowan University, is recognised as one of the finest performing arts academies in Australia, lauded for its comprehensive training programs, world-class staff and high quality graduates. Many well-known musicians, actors, dancers and musical theatre stars attended WAAPA, including but not limited to Hugh Jackman, Tim Minchin, Frances O’Connor, Marcus Graham, William McInnes, Lisa McCune, Lucy Durack and Rachelle Durkin.
WAAPA students preparing for this year's Music Gala Showcase
For the past few weeks, WAAPA music students from all different disciplines have been busy preparing for this exciting event, which will allow them to come together and showcase their astonishing talent and creativity. Music Director and Coordinator, Tim White OAM, has revealed what audiences can expect from the show.
“It is not often that Perth audiences can experience the full breadth of WAAPA’s music program in one concert. The WAAPA Music Gala will encompass all five streams of music: Classical, Contemporary, Jazz, Composition & Music Technology and Music Artists.
WAAPA Music Gala 2021 | Photography: Stephen Heath
Various ensembles will perform, including the WAAPA Symphonic Orchestra, Defying Gravity Percussion Ensemble, WAAPA Big Band and the Gospel Choirs, and in honour of Richard Gill [the founding Dean of Classical Music at WAAPA], we are reconvening the ‘WAAPA Big Choir’ which can feature up to 200 voices.
WAAPA’s acclaimed Music faculty will also be represented with recently honoured opera star Emma Matthews AM and saxophone legend Jamie Oehlers.”
For a glimpse at what’s in store, check out the short clip below of highlights from WAAPA’s last music gala at Perth Concert Hall, celebrating ECU’s 30th anniversary in 2021.
No matter your connection to WAAPA, this is a wonderful opportunity to witness Australia’s next generation of musical stars. Don’t miss out!
Don’t miss the WAAPA Music Gala Showcase on Sunday 30 July, 7pm. Find tickets and more information.
