Gifted and Talented Programs
The Gifted and Talented Arts Programs at John Curtin include Ballet, Contemporary Dance, Drama, Media Arts,Music, Music Theatre and Visual Arts. All programs offer students a unique opportunity to enhance their learning and continued progress in chosen areas of specialisation.
Teaching and Learning
Students study their Gifted and Talented Arts course alongside their core subjects of maths, English, science and humanities. They also have access to digital technologies, design and technologies, languages (Italian), and physical and health education. The college offers a Specialist Football Program and an Academic Excellence Program.
Community
John Curtin College of the Arts actively participates in community programs in the Fremantle/Peel district and has developed positive relationships with tertiary and Arts organisations throughout Perth.
Facilities
We have two theatres that support the students and staff aspirations for excellence in the Arts. These facilities are complemented by three dance and rehearsal studios, art studios and a media centre inclusive of television and radio studios.
About Us
John Curtin College of the Arts has built a national reputation through the quality of its programs in the Arts. The Arts College has educated actors, dancers, artists, musicians and film makers who are prevalent in Australian artistic life.

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13 Nov

JUNIOR WIND AND STRING

JUNIOR WIND AND STRING

This evening’s performance will showcase members of our Year 7 and 8 Gifted and Talented Choir, our Chamber String Ensemble, Wind …

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14 Nov

LET THERE BE DRUMS II

LET THERE BE DRUMS II

Our percussion students are back to present a second evening of high-energy non-stop percussion! Watch as our percussion ensemble work in …

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15 Nov

SENIOR WIND AND STRING

SENIOR WIND AND STRING

John Curtin College of the Arts’ premier Wind Orchestra and Symphony Orchestra present their second concert of repertoire for 2019. Students …

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18 Nov

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

Year 8 Drama A Midsummer Night’s Dream is Shakespeare’s most popular comedy, set in an enchanted forest with fairies, sparring lovers …

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20 Nov

JAZZ, ROCK AND GOSPEL NIGHT

JAZZ, ROCK AND GOSPEL NIGHT

We again take over the Freo Social hall for an evening of jazz, rock, gospel and everything contemporary. This performance will …

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20 Nov

The Between – Devised and written by the JCCA Year 11 Writers Group.

The Between – Devised and written by the JCCA Year 11 Writers Group.

The Between Devised and written by the JCCA Year 11 Writers Group. When you’re caught in between childhood and adulthood, life …

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26 Nov

REFLECTIONS

Year 7 Drama Reflections is a devised work exploring our rich Indigenous culture. 26 and 27 November

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28 Nov

PRODUCTION PRODUCTION

PRODUCTION PRODUCTION

Production Class Year 11 The Production classes use this opportunity to showcase their learning experience in Production.

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29 Nov

BOYS’ PROJECT II

BOYS’ PROJECT II

Through the contexts of dance, drama, music and film, Boys Project explores the art of performance. Celebrating the creativity and enthusiasm …

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05 Dec

THE NUTCRACKER

Project Company Experience the enchantment of the classic Christmas story Nutcracker, as our talented Project Company members and Year 7 and …

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09 Dec

UTOPIAN DREAMS

Open your imagination and explore utopian worlds, as the Year 7 to 12 Media Arts students showcase their wonderful film productions that they …

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