Archive 2024

Year 10 Arts Week 2024!We closed out our Arts Programme for the year with 84 year 10 boys learning loads of new skills.

Unleashing Creativity: The Year 9 Film Festival90 students, 3 days, 15 groups, 5 minute stories. 1 winner. A challenge for all and a great way to end the year.

Southern Art House TourOur first-ever Southern Arthouse Tour was a resounding success! This event was brought to life through the tireless efforts of our dedicated committee, who have worked together over the past 18 months to plan and perfect every detail. With representatives from both the John McGlashan College Parents and Friends Association and the Columba College Parents’ Association, the 2024 committee joined forces to create an unforgettable day, which we anticipate will become a staple in the Otago art scene for years to come.

Fletcher Celebrates Four Seasons!Tune in to Otago Access Radio 105.4 FM every second Thursday at 3:30pm for 'Fletcher's World' - brought to you by our very own Fletcher Tilyard.

Photos from our 2024 Cultural CelebrationA huge thank you to all the whānau and friends who came down to support our Arts & Cultural awards recipients last week.

Ballet takes Point!Meet year 9 student Gus Carr, who's been busy taking things to the next level in Ballet.

Cultural Celebration next TuesdayJoin us in the John McGlashan Chapel on Tuesday 22 October 4-6pm for an evening of entertainment and awards!

Southern Art House Tour-a message from the PFAWe are delighted to invite you to the Southern Art House Tour, an exciting fundraiser organized by the Parent Associations of both schools. This unique event will showcase exceptional local and regional art in some of Dunedin’s most beautiful and historically significant homes.

Show about adulting as a "third culture kid" provides interesting cultural perspective for senior drama studentsOur Year 11, 12, and 13 Drama students had the fantastic opportunity this week to attend a performance of "Patty With a WhY," a new, award-winning theatre work written and performed by Ōtepoti-based artist Patty Klinpibul.

Calling all Potential Pipers and Drummers!It was great to see a healthy dose of Scottish Heritage at the Fete and during the week.

Mahuru Music from Sogg, Soul Side & More!The boys have been making waves with performances across town, with Soul Side releasing their debut album.

Te Tira Haere o te Hāhi...Tēnā Takahia!Ka poho kererū katoa tātou! We are so proud of our John McGlashan and Columba kapa haka after their first stand on the Polyfest stage last week.

The Fete is this weekend!We hope you are all starting to get excited about the school fete.

McGlashan Gets MusicalThere's been a change of tune at Johnnies over the last few weeks as the boys have been warming up their vocal chords for the annual House Singing competition!

Save the Date: Cultural Celebration 2024Join us in the John McGlashan Chapel on Tuesday October 22nd at 5pm for an evening of entertainment celebrating our 2024 Arts Blues & Representatives!

Not "Just for Laughs" and certainly not just a "Nice to Have"...One of our visiting old boys demonstrates that essential skills learned through the performing arts can open doors to diverse opportunities on a national level.

McGlashan Jazz Takes OffIt was awesome to see a strong cohort of JMC students performing at the Dunedin Youth Jazz Festival on August 2nd.

Mana Pounamu 2024Another wonderful evening was had this year, celebrating our Mana Pounamu recipients

Writer of the Week: Jock McMillan - Year 13This stunning piece was produced for a Level Three writing task where students were challenged to write the first chapter of a novel.

PFA Southern Art House Fundraiser.A message from the PFA about an exciting new fundraising initiative for 2024.

A Bumper Drama DigestIt's been a busy few weeks for our Drama students, with their annual trip to the Court Theatre, The Year 13 Major Production, a Shakespeare performance at Otago University, and even an award at TheatreFest!

Sculpting Your Own PathIt was a pleasure to meet James Lawson, who's beginning his own journey in sculpture at John McGlashan.

Watch out Broadway - Here Comes Max!This year 8 student has a passion for all things musical theatre, and has his sights set on becoming a triple threat.

Video: Soul Side perform at RockQuest Otago Regional Final 2024Check out this incredible performance of their original songs 'Green Caffeine' and 'Lazy Vertigo'.

Year 13 Drama Production: The Boy Who Blew Up the PandemicWe're pleased to announce this year's major Drama Production in conjunction with Playmarket NZ - 'The Boy Who Blew Up the Pandemic' by Ken Mizusawa!

Video: Photographers Get Snapping in Te AnauLast week, our year 12 students were lucky enough to get away to our second campus in Te Anau for a few days of focussed photography training with Mr Bryn Jones and Rev. Barry Kelk!

Video: Dance Highlight: A Visit from the Royal New Zealand BalletOur year 7 students got to try out a different flavour of movement under the capable instruction of Neve Pierce, Dance Educator for the RNZB.

Inkster of the Week: Adam Ludgate, Year 10This story was produced as part of Adam's Year 10 English programme - he was tasked with writing a short dark tale - this is a great, imaginative example - enjoy!

Ko te Whakataetae Manu Kōrero, he kura huna kei roto. The recent Ngā Manu Kōrero competition held in Invercargill was a rich learning experience and opportunity for all involved.

Kapa Haka and Pipe Band play an important role in ManaakitakaIt was great to see an earnest cross-cultural exchange as we welcomed Education New Zealand's Chinese Delegation on Monday 20 May.

Bright, brassy future ahead for Year 9 StudentAs a brass player myself, I was delighted to hear from Ruan Hamman, who's been selected for this years National Secondary Schools' Brass Band!

Music Month Part 2: Students take the lead, RockQuest regional heatsAs the month comes to a close, it's time to celebrate some of the achievements of our young musicians this May.

Nick's 'Ecdysis' a Roaring SuccessIn the previous edition of the Pilkington Press, we met with Nick Guilford ahead of his first solo exhibition. It was wonderful to see his mahi on display and learn a bit more about the thought behind it.

Students Act for Te Whare o RukutiaWhen year 13s Alice Johnston (Columba), Grace Hill (Columba) & Reid Penwarden (John McGlashan) learned of the potential closure of community performance space Te Whare o Rukutia in the Dunedin City Council’s annual plan, they were quick to spring into action and make their voices heard!

Inksters of the Week - Year 7 Extended MeataphorsSome of our talented writers in Year 7 have been turning their hands to creating extended metaphors. Here is a selection of their work!

Video: Drama Highlight: Movement Workshop with Brendan KyddIt was inspiring to see John McGlashan and Columba students gaining confidence and exploring their own unique movement in this exciting workshop.

New Zealand Music Month in Full Swing!What else would be first on the agenda for an Arts Coordinator starting in May?

Arts Alumni in ActionOver the last couple of weeks we've been thrilled to have visits from our arts alumni Nick Guilford and Qwenton McKenzie.

An Interview with our Arts PrefectsWe met with Emilio Ghosh-Novero (Head Arts Prefect) and David Song (Deputy Arts Prefect) to talk about what led them to becoming a prefect and hear their plans for 2024.

RockQuest 2024 kicks off!Have you ever wanted to play music live on stage to an audience? A group of our awesome McGlashan musicians have been getting ready to do just that.

Introducing our New Arts CoordinatorMeet Peter Claman, who joined the John McGlashan team at the beginning of Term 2 as our new Arts Coordinator. We sat down with Pete for a chat about the experience he brings to the role and his plans for the future.

Henry V scene very well-received by audience at the University of Otago SGCNZ Sheilah Winn Otago Regional Shakespeare Festival.Harper Milne and Reid Penwarden, Year 12 student directors, have accomplished a commendable feat worth celebrating.

Caleb Ung has been selected for the NZ Youth Pipe Band.Caleb has been selected for the NZ Youth Pipe Band and is set to perform at the Anzac ceremony during the upcoming holidays, alongside an upcoming trip to Canada.

Ōtepoti Secondary Improv ClubAre you interested in acting, writing, directing, or just want to improve your communication skills? Improvisation helps develops all of these! Join ŌSIC for a weekly dose of creative fun with students from around Dunedin.

Dunedin Fringe Festival success!New and old McGlashan drama students have scooped awards at this year's Dunedin Fringe Festival Awards.

Dunedin Fringe Festival performance delights Year 11 drama studentsNCEA Level 1 drama students were thrilled to attend the opening night performance of Butterfly Flutters January Burns at the University of Otago's Allen Hall.

"We few, we happy few, we band of brothers; For he to-day that sheds his blood with me, shall be my brother". - Henry VA group of Year 11 and 12 drama students are currently preparing to take the stage in a five minute performance of the feast of Crispian, from Shakespeare's Henry V, for the SGCNZ University of Otago Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival.

McGlashan's talented current and former performing arts students shine at the Dunedin Fringe Festival! 🌟✨The Dunedin Fringe Festival is the second largest in Aotearoa and runs from the 14th to the 24th of March. It is an annual 11-day multidisciplinary arts festival which values any form of expression. Dunedin Fringe provides a platform for new, innovative and experimental art that helps nurture communities, and supports the work of emerging artists.

A selection of photographs from the level 2 photography classThe students have been working through a series of exercises, focussing on picture making conventions which include line, complementary colour and tone.

Respected performing artist, Greg Cooper, shares insights with drama studentsYear 11 and 12 drama ākonga were treated to a visit by Greg Cooper, a professional actor, writer, and director, to enhance their skills and knowledge in acting, playwriting, and directing.

Old Boys share laughs with JMC Improv groupTama Alexander and Finlay Tomkins, old boys and former drama students of the college, came into school for a lunchtime session with the JMC Improv group, ahead of Tama's upcoming Fringe Festival show.

Music Department counts in the yearThe year has kicked off with a hiss and a roar, and the music room is alive with creative energy already!

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