CQU’s Bachelor of Performing Arts students will showcase their trans-disciplinary approach to the performing arts when they take to the stage at the CQU Multicultural Fair and Open Day on Sunday.

The student body of performing artists have performed to wide acclaim at this event for the last 5 years and this year they will be presenting a showcase of musical and dance skills for the audience’s enjoyment.

These performances commence on the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Education (Building 33 courtyard area) stage from 10.30am to 11.30am with a variety of musical styles including contemporary, jazz and modern ballads.

The performers then take to the Main Stage at 12.20pm to showcase excerpts from the upcoming production of the Broadway smash hit A Chorus Line. This production will be directed by industry mentors for the Bachelor of Performing Arts Wayne Scott Kermond (Singin’ in the Rain and A Chorus Line) and Katie Kermond (Chicago the musical) and will be performed at the Pilbeam Theatre from October 13 and 14 with tickets on sale from Monday August 15 from the Theatre’s box office.

Alongside these performances the audience will have the opportunity to experience a student choreographed piece derived from the traditions of South African Gum Boot Dancing.

The Bachelor of Performing Arts students are pleased to have the opportunity to showcase their skills at this event and look forward to continuing the tradition of skilled performances in 2006.

Photo above: Gina Yarrow , Dr Emma Killion, Ardrea Shine, Deborah Ball, Joanna Warren and Julia Thornton prepare the dancing extravaganza that will take place at the CQU Multicultural Fair and Open Day.

Photo left: BPA students Deborah Ball, Ardrea Shine, Julia Thornton and Joanna Warren rehease for this weekend's performance.