Inside Ibstock prep Issue 2

Inside Ibstock Expressive Arts

Summer 2024

The Summer Concert

Tuesday 4 June saw the brilliant performance of the Prep School's Summer Concert in the Great Hall. From rock bands, drummers, string orchestras, ukuleles, choirs and wind bands, the audience were in for a very special evening with some truly memorable performances. The culmination of a year's worth of music making and the final presentations of our Prep 6 pupils really showcased the incredible work of the Prep Music Department and how far our pupils have progressed over the year.

Evolve

‘Evolve’, Ibstock’s whole school dance show of 2024, was a huge triumph, showcasing a diverse range of styles including Acro, Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, and Street Dance. The pupils performed to a sold-out audience, displaying remarkable artistry and talent.

Art Show

Pre-Prep & Prep celebrated a week of creativity, curiosity and collaboration during Arts Week 2024 exploring the theme ‘Art in Nature’. Pupils from Kindergarten to Prep 6 worked in various media to create a range of artwork including watercolour Wildflower Meadows, Cyanotype Nature Prints, torn paper Collage Landscapes and painted Expressive Storms. Each class also took part in workshops run by local artists to create an amazing collection of 3D sculptures inspired by famous artists. Projects ranged fromMonet water lilies and Ross deWayne Campbell beetles to Barry Flanagan hare sculptures. The week culminated in a fantastic Art Show showcasing all the artwork created by our talented pupils to friends and family. The show also included live printing workshops by local artists, nature art activities run by Prep 5 and Prep 6 Art volunteers and some irresistible nature themed cupcakes!

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