News

Emma Watkins wins My Mutation Online Dance Competition

Kelly Abbey announced today that Emma Watkins (2007) was the winner of the My Mutation Dance Competition

PwC Australian Economics & Business Studies Competition 2009

Sydney Eisteddfod Results - Dance

Primary Jazz Dance Dynamix group take out 1st place.

CONGRATULATIONS Kate Western Rhythmic Gymnastics State Champion.

Year 11 Student, Kate Western, on track to gain a trial for the Rhythmic Gymnastics 2010 Commonwealth Games Team.

Uniform Shop News:

Uniform Shop News: · Uniform Shop will only be opened on THURSDAYS 8.00am – 4.00pm. · All new Students must make appointments for first fitting. · Donations of second hand uniforms will be the only items accepted. · No second hand uniforms will be accepted and sold on consignment.

9RAW: Students celebrate Michael Jackson

June 26, 2009: Jaynie Seal visited McDonald Performing Arts School today and was treated to an impromtu performance of Michael Jackson classics.

Countdown to China July 2009

The Tianjin International Children’s Culture and Art Festival held every two years in Tianjin, China. The 2009 theme is “Peace, Friendship and Future” and we are lucky enough to be invited again.

Higher School Certificate and School Certificate 2008

Some outstanding results were achieved in the 2008 School Certificate and higher School Certificate. It is a true balancing act for students who dedicate their time and energy between that of a demanding performing arts program and their academic studies. Once again in 2008 The McDonald College has confirmed that students can not only achieve well, but excel academically whilst pursuing their passion for the performing arts.

Ben Wilson Winner 2008 Sydney Film School Scholarship

One of our Students, Ben Wilson was announced the winner of the Robin Anderson Scholarship at the Robin Anderson Film Awards held at Dendy Quays Cinema Circular Quay on 12th November.

Connor Erlin (yr 8) sponsors Orphan in Cambodia.

Here is a "FEEL GOOD" news story to round out a very positive 2008 at The McDonald College.

Tom Jordan, 2nd Prize ACMF 2008

Tom won SECOND prize in The Australian Children’s Music Foundation Category B for his composition entitled 'Save the Day'.

Rhys Wakefield (ex Student) nominated AFI Award

One of our ex Students Rhys Wakefield has been nominated for a both an AFI Award and an IF Film Award for his role in 2008 film The Black Baloon Directed by Elissa Down.