Moana JR.

Wow! The Performing Arts Club put on such a spectacular show for us all, performing Moana JR. to three enthralled audiences. Well done to everyone for their hard work and dedication; it has been a pleasure!

Disney’s Moana JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage. Moana JR. features all the beloved songs from the film, written by Tony®, GRAMMY, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, including “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re Welcome.”

This thrilling and heart-warming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, Moana JR. is sure to bring out the hero within each of us.

Celebrating the rich history of Oceania and based on the beliefs and cultures of the people of the Pacific Islands, Moana was developed in collaboration with an Oceanic Trust – a group of anthropologists, cultural practitioners, historians, linguists, and choreographers from the Pacific Islands. 

Thirty-five children sang at Lichfield Cathedral on Wednesday 25th June. The day started with a rehearsal alongside the other schools. After that we ate our packed lunches and attended the Evensong service where Hephz and Lexi read their prayers beautifully in front of the congregation. 

The concert was a roaring success, and the children enjoyed an operatic performance and songs sang by a mixed-voice choir. 

Thank you to the parents and carers for their ongoing support, and thank you to the staff who attended the event to support our children.

Instrumental Lessons at Sutherland Primary Academy

Instrumental lessons are funded by the Virtual School and Future Sounds Project.

Shows at Sutherland Primary Academy

Every year, each year group has the opportunity to perform a musical production to their school community, families and carers.

This year, the performance programme is as follows:

Autumn 1 - Year 2 'The Little Red Hen'

Autumn 2 - EYFS 'Whoops-a-Daisy Angel' and Year 4 'The Snow Queen' 

Spring 1 - Year 3 'The Bee Musical'

Spring 2 - EYFS Easter Bonnet Parade and Year 5 'Darwin Rocks'

Summer 1 - Year 1 'The Gingerbread Man'

Summer 2 -  Year 6 'The School-O-Vision Song Contest' 

Performing Arts Club - 'Moana JR'