Senior School Production
Midnight: The Cinderella Musical
Get ready for a night of pure theatrical magic! Newhaven College is beyond thrilled to unleash an electrifying, fresh new take on one of the world's most beloved stories. Midnight: The Cinderella Musical is not the fairy tale you remember - it's bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever before.
Packed with beautiful, soaring music and jaw-dropping, cleverly choreographed dance numbers, this spectacular production will leave you completely mesmerised from the very first note to the final curtain. Follow the extraordinary journey of Ella - a fierce, strong, and fiercely independent young woman who rewrites her own destiny - performed by some of the most talented student performers at Newhaven College.
This is the show everyone will be talking about. Don't miss your chance to be part of something truly unforgettable. Your invitation to the ball awaits!
The show dates are:
Friday 1 May, 7.30pm
Saturday 2 May, 1.30pm
Saturday 2 May, 7.30pm
Sunday 3 May, 1.30pm
Lauren White
Production Director
Autumn Soirees
On Monday, 16 March, our Performing Arts Centre came alive with music as we hosted what was our largest Autumn Soiree events, showcasing the remarkable talents of nearly 80 students from across all three sub-schools.
The evening featured two inspiring concerts: the first highlighted our voice and piano students, while the second celebrated performances from our strings, guitar, brass and woodwind musicians. Both events were superbly hosted by our Music Captains, Holly, Michael and Aoife, who guided the audience through an evening of diverse and engaging performances.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all students who performed, with a special acknowledgement to those who took to the stage for the very first time. Your courage and commitment were truly commendable.
The Music Department would also like to sincerely thank the many parents and guardians who attended to support our young performers. Your encouragement plays an important role in their musical journey.
With two more soirees scheduled later this year, we warmly invite any Newhaven students interested in performing to register their interest. Please contact Belinda Manning via SEQTA for further information.
Matthew Goss
Director of Music
2nd Year VET Performance
Our 2nd Year VCE VET Music students and their supporting ensembles kicked off the year with impressive performances to an appreciative audience in our Black Box Theatre last week. The six different performances spanned funk / electro pop, alt rock, musical theatre, jazz, prog rock and original new-jazz compositions, with each group pulling together three or four songs in just nine (and in one case six!) weeks of rehearsals.
With more performance nights at the ends of Terms 2 and 3, make sure you get along to hear these talented young musicians later this year.
Foil – Elleah Rogers with Felix Fothergill, Finn McLean, Meyanna Christensen, & Georgie Sanders
Noncense – Shae Foster with Elleah Rodgers, James Cameron, Elsa Osabutey & Dave Prideaux
Finn Farley - with Aoife O’Connell, Aisha Glass, Kerryn Lockhart and Pam Christie
Tom Reich – with Noah Thompson, Aoife O’Connell, Rob Turton & Matt Goss
Noah Thompson – with Finn Campbell Walker & Rob Turton
Zenith Paradox – Flynn Dengerink, Holly Martelli and James Cameron with Finn Farley
Rob Turton
VCE-VET Music Teacher
SEISA Art
Our Year 11 Art students visited Gippsland Grammar in Sale last week as part of our SEISA Arts Program. Our students participated in the one day workshop to expand on their skills in ceramics and oil painting. The work they produced will go towards their folio for Unit 1 Art Creative Practice.
Every student took the opportunity to learn and participated with enthusiasm.
Sian Adnam
Art Teacher
Top Class Music 2026 featuring Cecily de Gooyer
Top Class Music celebrates the very best emerging talent from across the state, featuring students who achieved outstanding results in one of the four VCE Music studies in 2025. Across four concerts, audiences experience an impressive variety of instruments, styles and interpretations, showcasing both soloists and ensembles at an exceptional level. Our students attended Concerts 3 and 4, highlighting VCE Contemporary Music and VET Music Performance.
A particular highlight of the day was seeing Newhaven College’s own Cecily de Gooyer take to the stage. Cecily was invited to perform her reimagined version of “God Only Knows” by The Beach Boys—a fantastic achievement and a testament to her creativity and musicianship. She was supported by vocalists Finn Farley and Aoife O’Connell, with Mr Prideaux on guitar, delivering a polished and engaging performance.
We are incredibly proud of Cecily and the ensemble, and thrilled to see Newhaven College Music represented once again at such a prestigious and inspiring event. Experiences like these continue to motivate and challenge our students to strive for excellence in their own musical journeys.
Matthew Goss
Director of Music
Our performers impress at Sustainability Festival
Zenith Paradox and another College ensemble, Three Leaf Clover, both performed at the Bass Coast Shire Council sustainability Festival in Cowes. The organisers and audience were impressed with the positive attitude and flexibility with performing various sets throughout the event.
Many thanks for all of your assistance and support. They did a great, professional job.
Rob Turton
VET Music Teacher
