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THE ACADEMY
HIGH SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS
2021
140 HIGH STREET, PRAHRAN, MELBOURNE, VIC, 3181
PAGE 2 WELCOME to the exciting world of The Academy, The curriculum is geared towards the Patrick Studios Australia. development of young creative artists and The Academy is committed to provide a creative achievement coupled with solid program that produces well rounded and academic foundations. We provide a safe highly developed individuals. The and purposeful environment which Academy provides High School aged students can confidently explore and students with the support and training engage with both artistic and academic needed to inspire and stimulate the education. education experience while truly We hope you are inspired and engaged enhancing their performance ability. by the arts and education that The Patrick Studios Australia is now one of the Academy has to offer. most recognised arts institutions in Australia and currently the largest full time performing arts focused institution in Victoria. Patrick Studios Australia established The Academy in 2014 and the program has gained incredible traction since then. This handbook outlines the depth of opportunities that are available at The Academy.
PAGE 3 ACADEMY
TRAINING
Our academic curriculum is provided by
*Virtual School Victoria (VSV). This model
allows our students the flexibility to
undertake supplementary performing arts
training throughout their weekly
timetable.
Approximately 3 hours a day is allocated
to academic study. For VCE students (Yr
11 & 12) there is also optional additional
study hours.
Internet access is available in our
classrooms.
* NB: Students who are accepted into The
Academy must independently enrol with Virtual
School Victoria (VSV). Our Academy will provide a
‘letter of offer’ to successful candidates. This letter
must be attached to the enrolment form in order
for the application to be successfully approved. It is
important to check the enrolment guidelines on the
VSV website: www.vsv.vic.edu.au
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ACADEMY TRAINING
For each VSV subject, students are assigned a competency teacher. The teaching faculty
of VSV are qualified professionals with current VIT registration, proven ICT competencies
and who have embraced the possibilities and challenges of teaching via distance
modes. When our students require assistance or guidance these teachers are available
via Skype, email or telephone. Contact can be made to VSV from the classroom
telephone at any time throughout the school day. Regular and ongoing contact between
teacher and student is encouraged and expected. Subjects that require practical lessons
that The Academy can’t provide, will be conducted on site at the VSV Facility and will be
factored into their timetable.
In addition to their subject teachers, VSV assign a number of supervisors to oversee all
the students of The Academy.
In order to ensure the best possible outcome for our student’s education The Academy
offers supervisors on site at the studios. Our staff create a conventional school
environment, and are able to offer face-to-face assistance. Staff on site are familiar with
the content of all units of study and will ensure work is submitted on time, to the best of
our student’s ability, and in accordance to the rules set by the VCAA and the VSV.
The Academy Director and Supervisors encourage open communication between VSV
and our staff concerning each student’s education. Furthermore, The Academy allows for
students to complete their SACs and other assessments that need to be supervised at
school under our supervision and in accordance with VCAA (Victorian Curriculum and
Assessment Authority).
It is The Academy’s policy to withdraw students from all performing arts training if their
academic work is not being completed satisfactorily. We regard both the academic and
performing arts program as equals.
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VSV COURSE OUTLINE
What will I learn?
In years 7-10 the VSV’s learning programs are based on the Victorian curriculum.
In years 11-12 the VSV follows the curriculum set by the Victorian Curriculum and
Assessment Authority (VCAA) in our wide range of VCE subjects.
Learning programs are organised into manageable segments. Students are guided
through the subjects they are studying and provided with tasks to complete, which are
then assessed by teachers and returned with feedback. Individual learning programs
are developed where appropriate so that all students, regardless of their age or ability
can be engaged and challenged with their learning.
Launch Pad
All students enrolled in Years 7-10 participate in an orientation and assessment program
called ‘Launch Pad’. All students will complete this module prior to starting their learning
program. Launch Pad will be completed in the first two weeks of Term 1.
Launch Pad provides students with a sense of community at the VSV and within the
online learning environment. The tasks that students complete in Launch Pad provide
the VSV teachers with information about the student’s interests and abilities so a
customised learning program can be developed which is appropriate for the student’s
learning needs.
Requirements for all subjects
All students enrolling at VSV require regular and reliable access to a computer/device
and the internet. Students will need to login to the school's online portal to
communicate and submit work online regularly.
They are expected to participate in multiple areas of the online courses. This includes
online lessons, forums and interactive activites. All student reports are available
online only.
The subject information pages on the VSV website has more information about the
technology and other requirements for individual subjects. Please read these pages
carefully before making subject selections. For a list of subjects available for each year
level please head to the website. www.vsv.vic.edu.au
FEES PAGE 6
The cost for the Academy, High School of
Performing Arts Program in 2021 is
$16,000. In order to secure your position,
a deposit of $1,000 is due on December 1,
2020. Please note this deposit is non-
refundable and is a part of the total annual
fee of $16,000.
Direct debit payment options are available
through EZIDEBIT.
Costumes are essential and required for
Elite competition troupes and showcase
performances.
Costumes are charged at $65 each for the
year, with additional payments required in
Term 3.
Karli Dinardo- PSA Alumni, Ensemble in Hamilton and
lead in Flashdance on Broadway, NYC
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UNIFORM
The Academy uniform is taken very seriously. Patrick Studios Australia is proud to regularly
have prestigious performing arts companies and notable artists within our building and it is
important that we present ourselves professionally at all times.
It is important that you have all the required items and that they are clean, ironed, in good
condition and worn correctly everyday to and from school, especially when using public
transport. Students are required to wear their uniform to all events outside of school where
they are representing Patrick Studios Australia (e.g. Awards ceremonies, seminars, etc.).
All Academy students MUST wear their blazer to and from school and at all school related
outings/excursions. Continual non-compliance with uniform guidelines will result in
suspension from arts classes.
ACADEMY UNIFORM
BOYS GIRLS
Boy’s school uniform is to be acquired Girl’s school uniform is to be acquired
yourself as follows; yourself as follows;
• White collared business shirt (long • White collared business shirt (long
sleeve or short sleeve) sleeve or short sleeve)
• Black school tailored trousers/shorts • Black school tailored trousers/shorts/
*skirt
• Black school shoes (laced)
• Black socks (ankle or knee high) • Black school shoes (laced or t-bar)
• White or black socks (ankle or knee
high)
• Black school skirts can be purchased
online through macschoolwear.com.au
Select Canberra High School
Select Black pleated skirt $54.95
* Please note they are small sizes
(usually two sizes larger)
ALL STUDENTS
All students are required to purchase;
• PSA knitted V Neck Jumper – Available from Academy Staff - $110 (GST inc.)
• PSA Year 12 Jumper (Year 12 only) – RH Sports - $110 (GST inc.)
• PSA Academy Blazer - RH Sports - $205 (GST inc.)
• PSA Personalised Varsity Jackets – RH Sports - $155 (GST inc.)
• PSA Emerald Green Tie - RH Sports - $27 (GST inc.)
• PSA Hoodie - RH Sports - $95 (GST inc.)
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ARTS UNIFORM
Our Arts uniform is supplied by RH Sports (you can access them
online at www.rhsports.com.au) or the following basic items you can
purchase from Bloch, Energetics or Capezio.
Girls Dance uniform is Boys Dance uniform is
required as follows: required as follows:
• Any of the PSA branded athletic • Any of the PSA branded athletic
range below and a choice of the range below and a choice of
following : the following :
• Black booty shorts (Hiphop/ • Black Unitard or Black Ballet
Jazz/ MT/Tap/Cont.) Tights and black fitted singlet
• Black leggings (Hiphop/Jazz/ (Ballet)
MT/Tap/Cont.) • Black Shorts (Jazz/HipHop/MT/
• Black Crop top (Hiphop/Jazz/ TAP/Cont.)
MT/Tap/Cont.) • Black Singlet (Jazz/HipHop/MT/
TAP/Cont.)
• Black Leotard (Ballet)
• Support (from Bloch/
• Black wrap ballet skirt (optional
Ballet) Energetics/Capezio)
• Black 1/2 tutu for Ballet troupe
• Black Ballet shoes (from Bloch/
rehearsals Energetics/Capezio)
• Convertible ballet tights- • Black Jazz shoes
Salmon (Ballet)
• Black Tap shoes
• Fishnet Tights - Black (used in
concert )
• Pink ballet shoes (from Bloch/
Energetics/Capezio)
• Pointe shoes (from Bloch/
Energetiks/Capezio) for
Intermediate and above.
• Black Jazz shoes during
class ,tan maybe requested for
performances
• Black Tap shoes
• Black Flexi Sole Chorus shoes
during class, tan maybe
requested for performances -
Snr/Adv Only
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OFFICIAL UNIFORM
Sublimated NBA style Sublimated sports lycra
crop top
basketball singlet
Razorback. 100% $38.00
polyester sportsmesh
$45.00
Poly wool varsity jacket
with PU sleeves
Sublimated long sleeve Embroidery and
compression top. 100% applique
polyester sportsweave embellishments.
$52.00 Applique nickname on
back
$155.00
Sublimated short sleeve
baseball top. Button front Short sleeve polo shirt Poly
100% polyester cotton pique Embroidered
sportsmesh logo Applique
$55.00 lettering/numbering on right
arm and back. Printed
lettering on back underneath
Polyester cotton fleecy
applique
hoodie Kangaroo front
$48.00
pockets Foil printed logos on
front, sleeves and back
Sublimated sports lycra
$95.00
leggings Yoga pant style
$52.00
Patrick Studios Australia Tie
$27.00
Poly wool twill blazer
Embroidered logo on pocket
$205.00
ACADEMY PAGE 10
LEARNING
FACILITIES
At the end of 2017, Patrick Studios
Australia made it’s most exciting move yet-
to the Melbourne Polytechnic campus in
Prahran. We have upgraded to brand new
studios with state of the art sprung flooring
and new mirrors.
We now have a beautiful heritage building
that is the home of our Academy, with
heating and air conditioning. Also
available at our new premises is a state of
the art lecture theatre, complete with
projector and wifi coverage.
The Academy students have access to the
incredible Chapel Street restaurants under
supervision, and there is also a working
kitchen on the campus that offers fantastic
meals at student prices.
Amy-Lee
DionsysiusPAGE 11
TIMETABLE
As well as their academic studies and arts classes during the day, the Academy students
are automatically a part of our Elite program, which rehearses two nights per week and on
Saturdays. An example of our Academy timetable below:PAGE 12 ATTENDANCE & PROCEDURES TERM DATES/ HOLIDAYS: The Academy runs in conjunction with the Victorian Department of Education term times. ATTENDANCE 100% attendance is expected from all students at all scheduled classes, performances and special events throughout their time at The Academy. Failure to uphold a 95% attendance rate during their time here will result in a review of the student’s enrolment at The Academy. For safety all students are expected to sign in every day upon arrival and exit. If for any reason students are anticipating their absence, late arrival to school, or the need to leave school early, a parent or guardian must contact The Academy via email as soon as possible. Phone: 03 9521 1735 Email: academy@patrickstudiosaustralia.com.au MEDICAL FORMS / PROCEDURES All students must complete the medical information form including an Allergy Action Plan (if relevant to your child). If your child requires specific medication (such as an EpiPen), the school must be provided with one, along with your AAP. In addition we also require written notice detailing drug information and instructions. Should a student be absent due to a debilitating or contagious medical condition, notification should be made by phone to the studio at the earliest possible time. A medical certificate is required for any medical related absences. Patrick Studios Academy accepts students on the basis that they are in good health and fitness. Should anything prevent students from engaging in physical training, The Academy must be notified immediately to avoid any further risk to their health. In the event of an injury, students must report the incident immediately and appropriate medical aid/support will be administered by Academy staff. A First Aid kit is available at reception for any minor injuries. (Please note Panadol or any other form of pharmaceutical medication cannot be given to any student).
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TEACHING FACULTY
TODD PATRICK - FOUNDER & STUDIO
DIRECTOR
Todd Patrick is a renowned choreographer and artistic director based in
Melbourne, Australia. Todd’s long spanned career has seen him travel all over
the world working for some of the most industry respected companies as both
a dancer, choreographer and creative director.
He began his career with the internationally acclaimed company, Walt Disney
Studios before beginning an impressive stint across Europe and Asia with the
prestigious Lido in Paris, France, Royal Palace Strasbourg, W hotel South Korea
and Jupiter's Casino in the Gold Coast, Australia.
The credits that Todd has to his name as a choreographer and dancer are
nothing short of impressive, having worked with the likes of Crown Melbourne
and Star City, Australian pop acts Vanessa Amorosi, Ricki-Lee Coulter, Zoe
Badwi, Kate Cebreano and Dannii Minogue not to mention MAC Cosmetics,
Christian Dior, Versace, Issey Miyake, Chanel and Gucci alongside Giselle
Bundchen, John Galliano and Karl Lagerfeld.
In the corporate world, Todd has choreographed events for some of Australia’s
biggest companies: KPMG, Chadstone the Fashion Capital, NAB, Victoria
Racing and Price Waterhouse Coopers.
Todd has several cabaret shows constantly touring Australia in the form of
Cabaret de Paris currently touring New Zealand and Viva Las Vegas.
Todd’s most recent stint has been as a choreographer for channel Ten’s Offspring
TV show.
Todd founded Patrick Studios Australia, which encompasses a Full-time
Performing Arts, Musical Theatre and Elite program as well as The Academy, High
School for the Arts to specifically train dancers for a professional career in the arts.
In addition, he started Patrick Management to help students and professional
performers break into the industry and foster their career. His students and talent
are now following in his footsteps and can be seen around the world in shows like
Wicked, Shout, Chicago, 42nd Street and Hamilton and in venues across Europe
including The Lido, Moulin Rouge and La Nouvelle Eve. His students frequent in
music videos, TV programs, cruise ships, commercial functions and fashion
parades with highly acclaimed directors and choreographers.PAGE 14
TEACHING FACULTY
AMANDA STONE - DIRECTOR OF
ACADEMY AND ELITE
Amanda Stone is the Academy Awards of Childrenʼs entertainment:
Choreographer, Director, Producer, Dancer and Teacher; she does it all with
precision and an unrivalled professionalism.
Amanda trained in all styles of dance. She completed Certificate III in Musical
Theatre and Commercial Dance at Bartuccio's, and extended her education by
getting her Associate Diploma of Arts in Dance Instruction and Management at
the Box Hill Institute of TAFE.
Her Curriculum Vitae reads like a Who’s Who of childrenʼs entertainment. She
has choreographed for American powerhouse Walt Disney Studios, Gary
Ginivin Attractions (Lazy town Live , Pinocchio and Possum Magic) , Andrew K
and Associates (Hairy Maclairy & Friends and Bananas in Pyjamas ), Shine
Entertainment (Thomas and the Hidden Treasure), X system Entertainment
(Barbie -Mattel, Nickelodeon, Hit Entertainment, Sesame Street Workshop, Astro
Boy, Garfield, Care Bears), and Marilla productions (Looney Tunes, Winx Club,
Totally Spies and Strawberry Short Cake). These shows have been performed all over Australia and Asia to
huge success with Australia’s biggest and best musical theatre talent.
As a dancer she has worked right across the globe from commercial events to blockbuster ET News, as Kylie
Minogue’s body double, TV shows, film clips, cheerleading for Melbourne Storm and huge corporate events
for all of Australiaʼs best Choreographers. On top of it all, Amanda danced in every Disney production in
Australia and Asia for several years until her talent for choreography was noticed and she became one of
their highly respected Choreographers.
Amandaʼs next step was in the formation of Marilla Productions, the children’s entertainment company
where she was resident Choreographer and Show Director for several years creating stage shows to tour
throughout Asia and Australia.
Amanda was also Creative Director for the event “Vic Moves” a dance based competition for Victorian
Secondary schools in 2010 at the Melbourne Comedy Theatre. She also Co- Choreographed “Peter and the
Wolf”; an educational contemporary dance piece, performed with a live orchestra at the Melbourne Recital
Center in 2011. Due to popular demand it returned for a second season in 2012. In 2013 Amanda joined
forces with X System Entertainment and Kissing Bee Productions to produce live shows of Sesame Street
and Pororo in Singapore.
Amanda has also found the time to give something back to the industry as Director of Patrick Studios
Australia’s Elite Squad and Junior School. Training and developing young dancers for a career in the
Performing Arts, who are no doubt to fill spots in her shows and all others in the future. She is the best
choice to nurture and support young artists on their way to a successful performing career. With her
extensive career as both a Choreographer and Teacher her talent is unrivalled. She delivers an amazing
amount of knowledge onto her students that will no doubt bring them all the same success that she has
enjoyed for many years and many more to come.
Watch for her name, look for her shows and look out for her students as they are the next generation of
Australia’s top performers. She is Generation X at its best – driven, talented, passionate and extremely well
respected.PAGE 15
TEACHING FACULTY
NICK HEDGER - SINGING AND CABARET
After graduating from WAAPA (BA Music Theatre) in 2012 Nick made his
professional debut performing in The Production Company’s “Pirates of
Penzance” in October 2013 and in Hook Up at the Melbourne Fringe.
Nick featured in the workshops/readings of Air Supply musical, “All out of Love”,
in Playground at Chapel Off Chapel, and as part of Chapel Off Chapel’s 20th
Anniversary Celebrations.
Whilst at WAAPA, Nick performed the role of, The Baker, in ‘Into the Woods’,
and was also featured in ‘How to Succeed…’, ‘Xanadu’ and ‘Violet’. In 2006,
whilst with the Young Australian Broadway Chorus, Nick toured US high schools
performing the role of Pascal in Dean Bryant and Mathew Frank’s musical, ‘The
Silver Donkey’, later reprising the role in an MTC reading.
Nick performed and wrote his cabaret, ‘Crap I Found in My Room’, at The
Butterfly Club in July 2013. Nick also forms one half of the writing team Hedger
& Nicholson.
BEN NICHOLSON - DRAMA
After graduating from WAAPA in 2013 Ben made his Melbourne theatre debut
in Matthew Robinson’s acclaimed “Atlantis In Concert” followed by
“Playground”, both at Chapel off Chapel. Ben played the role of Stokes in
“Carrie: the Musical” & read the role of Bert in the Festival Centre reading of
Lane Hinchcliffe’s “The Front”. Ben was also the Assistant Director on the
Melbourne Comedy Festival production of Avenue Q.
During his time at WAAPA Ben played the roles of Dromio of Ephesus “The
Comedy of Errors”, Moritz Stiefel in “Spring Awakening” and Lee Harvey Oswald
in “Assassins” as well as featuring in “Thoroughly Modern Millie” and “Once on
This Island”. Ben read the role of Murray in the reading of Steve Vizard and Paul
Grabowski’s musical, “The Last Man Standing” and featured on the cast
recording of Lane Hinchcliffe’s musical “The Front”. Ben also forms one half of
the writing team Hedger & Nicholson.PAGE 16
Patrick Management is dedicated to Our agent, Steven Grace, has worked in
managing and developing the careers of the industry from a young age. After
performing artists. We are passionate having a very successful career in film,
about nurturing and developing new television and theatre, he comes with a
talent, whilst taking pride in driving their wealth of industry knowledge to impart
careers forward. Achieving goals in an onto all our clients. Having previously
atmosphere of trust and respect is our owned a production company with an
primary objective. We represent artists agency, he is familiar with all aspects of
with whom we feel a particular personal the entertainment industry. He has worked
and artistic affinity. We believe this is the and collaborated several times with Baz
best way to support the industry and our Luhrmann and multiple Oscar winner
clients with the greatest conviction and Cathering Martin as well as Vogue USA
integrity. and Australia.
We are proud to present both emerging
artists, as well as the more experienced,
To discuss representation with Patrick
whom are enjoying exciting careers
Management, please contact Steven
both here and abroad.
Grace on 03 9521 1735 or 0426 954 459.
All Academy students will be steven@patrickmanagement.com.au
represented by Patrick Management
during their time at Patrick Studios
Australia. Arrangements with other
agents should be discussed with the
directors of the school.PAGE 17 TRANSPORTATION
TRAMS
Tram number: 6 Glen Iris runs from Swanston St
in the city to High Street, and along HighStreet,
terminating at Malvern Road, Glen Iris.
Tram number: 78 North Richmond to Prahran
travels along Chapel Street and stops on the
corner of High Street.
TRAIN
Sandringham Line: The campus is a few minutes
walk from Prahran or Windsor stations
Visit Public Transport Victoria ( PTV ) and find the
quickest way to get to your Melbourne
Polytechnic campus.
Furthermore, download the brilliant Citymapper
app to assist you with your public transport
options to PSA.
AUDITIONS
Entry to Patrick Studios Academy is strictly Students should prepare appropriate pieces
by audition only, at any time throughout the
and be ready when asked questions about their
year, with all applicants seen. Students are choices. Students will also undertake a brief
selected on the basis of talent and their
interview with Academy Director, Amanda
future potential to benefit from the training Stone and Patrick Studios Australia Director,
provided. Todd Patrick.
Positions for The Academy are open for Each student will need to provide their school
years 7-12 throughout Victoria, Australia reports from previous years. Auditions take
(and those looking to relocate from the place twice a year, in July and in November.
interstate and international community).
During the audition, each candidate is to
prepare;
• A short monologue
• A dance solo (in your chosen
style)
• 1 song (32 bars / 1minute)PAGE 18 CAMPUS
Patrick Studios Australia is now based in Prahran, at the Melbourne
Polytechnic campus, catering for all aspects of a performer’s needs,
including:
• An in-house gym and pilates studio.
• Fully air conditioned and heated studios
• Extensive wardrobe department
• Access to all the facilities that Melbourne Polytechnic has to offerALUMNI SUCCESS
EUAN DOIDGE KARLI DINARDO SAMANTHA DODEMAIDE
Marius- Les Miserables; Priscilla: Dance Captain- Hamilton US; Flashdance US Dorothy- The Wizard of Oz; Charity-
Queen of the Desert- Felicia Sweet Charity
BRETT FISHER ELORAH COOPER DANIELLE ROMERO JAYDEN WALL KATRINA BICKERTON
Lido; La Nouvelle Eve Dubai Parks and Resorts; Norwegian Cruise Saturday
Fiddler on the Roof;
Chuggington Live Lines; Australian Opera Night Fever RCCL; Aus Opera
Curtains
KAHLIA DAVIS NICK PHILLIPS ADAM NOVIELLO EMMA CLARK TAYLA LEMON
Sheila-A Chorus Line US; Ellen DeGeneres Show; Priscilla: Queen of the Cats (West End and Asia); Norwegian Cruise Lines;
42nd Street US DWTS USA Desert; Matilda Rock of Ages X Factor
ASHLEE SMITH MICHAEL STAVROU TAYLOR SCANLAN DYLAN SPEEDY CLAUDIA ELZAIBAK
Swing- Cats (Asia Tour); Aladdin; Norwegian Cats Asia Tour; EuroDisney; Princess Saturday Night Fever RCCL;
Rock of Ages Cruise Lines Lord of the Flies Cruise Lines Dubai Parks and ResortsLevel 2, 140 High Street Prahran, Victoria, Australia 3181 www.patrickstudiosaustralia.com.au info@patrickstudiosaustralia.com.au Ph: (03) 95211735 Academy Director Amanda Stone amanda@patrickstudiosaustralia.com.au academy@patrickstudiosaustralia.com.auau
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