Term 3 provided an opportunity to celebrate the creativity, commitment and talent of our Performing Arts students at the 2026 Performing Arts Showcase.
The annual event recognised the achievements of students across music, drama, debating and public speaking, celebrating not only performance excellence but also the dedication, leadership, teamwork and enthusiasm that students bring to the Performing Arts at St Patrick’s College.
From the stage to the rehearsal room, behind the scenes and behind the lectern, our students have embraced opportunities to develop their skills and share their talents throughout the year. The Showcase provided a fitting opportunity to recognise their individual achievements while celebrating the strength and diversity of the College’s Performing Arts community.
Acting Head of Performing Arts Ms Samantha-Bashford Leger said it had been a wonderful year for Performing Arts at SPC.
“What a year it has been! The talent of our Performing Arts students has been exceptional. Tonight, we acknowledge and congratulate the commitment, dedication and skill of all who have taken part in our Performing Arts events,” she said.
Drama students were recognised across a wide range of categories, acknowledging the many skills required to bring a production to life. Awards celebrated emerging talent, dramatic performances, improvisation, technical production, leadership and directorial work, as well as the commitment and enthusiasm shown throughout the year.
Our music students were similarly recognised for their achievements across a broad range of ensembles and disciplines, including concert band, stage band, percussion, brass, woodwind, contemporary and rock bands, guitar, piano and voice.
Head of Music Mr Tim Snibson said the awards reflected the many hours of rehearsal and performance that underpin the College’s music program.
“It is a pleasure to be here tonight to celebrate the achievements, dedication and commitment of the students involved in music this year. Students of a wide range of abilities have showcased their talents throughout the year and we value this time of reflection as we celebrate the achievements of our dedicated musicians,” he said.
The Showcase also celebrated the achievements of students involved in debating and public speaking, recognising their ability to communicate ideas with confidence, think critically and represent St Patrick’s College with distinction.
Together, the awards provide a snapshot of another successful year in Performing Arts at St Patrick’s College. More importantly, they reflect the willingness of our students to step forward, challenge themselves, work collaboratively and share their talents with the wider College community.
Congratulations to all students recognised at this year’s Showcase, and to every student who contributed to the Performing Arts program throughout 2026.
2026 Award Recipients
Drama
- Endeavour Drama Award – Acting: Spencer Southcott, Riley Shea, Lucas Woolfe
- Endeavour Drama Award – Backstage/Technical: Thomas Hancock
- Rising Star Award: Aiden O’Keefe, Sam Edgar, Noah Young
- Commitment to Excellence: Riley Hayes, Jacob Snowden, Mitchell Shea
- Emerging Talent: Sean Robinson, Abraham Muller, Kayde Price, Harry Barun
- Enthusiasm for Drama: Flynn Almeida, Harrison Caruana
- Dramatic Debut: Lockie Bootsman, Jack Thompson
- College Production Award – Pippin: Joshua Hayes
- College Production Award – Grease: Henry Gilbert
- Leadership in Drama: Oscar Down, Dylan Hanley
- Walter Cherry Award – Middle Actor: Ollie Horgan
- Walter Cherry Award – Senior Actor: Gabe Bristow
- Senior Technical Crew Leader: Lachlan Lane
- Directorial Performance: George Rogers
- Star Focus – Improvisation: Charlie Pappaluca, Jordan Thompson, Patrick Snowden
- Performer of the Year – Drama: Joshua Hayes
Debating
- Endeavour Award: George Rogers, Patrick Buttler, Joseph Knobel, Lachlan Lane
- Excellence in Debating: Xxavier Ballinger, Archer Mohr, Eli Cudia
Purton Oratory Competition
- W.T. Doyle Debate: Patrick Buttler, Eli Cudia, Archer Mohr
- W.T. Doyle Debate – Best Speaker: Archer Mohr
- Mary Purcell Debate: Xxavier Ballinger, Success Dahal, Joseph Knobel
- Mary Purcell Debate – Best Speaker: Xxavier Ballinger
- Major Brian Broadribb Impromptu Speech: Joseph Knobel
- Br. Breach Oratory: Marshall Ubongen
- Sir Hugh Devine Impromptu Speech: Noah Eales
- Br D.G. Purton Oratory Award: Noah Eales
Public Speaking
- Endeavour Award: Logan Purtell, Harrison Caruana
- Leadership Award: Daniel O’Brien
- Excellence in Public Speaking: Xxavier Ballinger
- Best Debater at ACU Debating Challenge Cup (Royal South Street Society): Marshall Ubongen
Music
- Senior Performer of the Year: Riley Hayes
- Middle Performer of the Year: Marcus Williamson
- Endeavour Award – Senior Stage Band: Sebastian Gonzalez-Zhu
- Endeavour Award – Percussion: Zac Peel
- Endeavour Award – Symphonic Wind Ensemble: Hunter Tavendale
- Endeavour Award – Brass Ensemble: Jacob Snowden
- Endeavour Award – Woodwind: Jack Roche
- Endeavour Award – Rock Band: Rylan Cassar
- Endeavour Award – Guitar: Oliver Jackson
- Endeavour Award – Junior Stage Band: Oscar Down
- Endeavour Award – Piano: Patrick Snowden
- Endeavour Award – Voice: Mitchell Shea
- Joshua Hyde Award for Excellence in Music – Middle: Jack Roche
- Joshua Hyde Award for Excellence in Music – Senior: Noah Vallance
