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VCESEASON OF EXCELLENCE
2018TOP CLASS23 February – 20 March
TOP SCREEN8 March – 9 May
TOP DESIGNS17 March – 15 July
TOP ARTS23 March – 15 July
TOP ACTS11 May
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VCESEASON OF EXCELLENCE
2018
The VCE Season of Excellence is a five-month arts festival showcasing outstanding Victorian senior secondary student work. The Season, managed by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority, presents work created by art, technology, design, multimedia, film, dance, theatre, drama and music students.
Exhibitions, performances and screenings, accompanied by associated education talks, forums and panel discussions will be held across Melbourne’s major cultural venues from February to July 2018.
The Season is accessible for all audiences. Season venues have disability access and facilities – see the Season webpage for details.
Companion card holders are admitted free to Season events.
These details are current at time of publication (November 2017).
General enquiries (no bookings): (03) 9032 1630 [email protected]
Please note: for all events, school bags cannot be taken into venues and there are limited cloakroom facilities. Students should attend without their bag wherever possible.
For updates and all information:
vcaa.vic.edu.au/seasonofexcellenceLinks to event bookings will be available on the Season webpage from Friday 1 December 2017.
Sign up to the VCE Season of Excellence Update to receive direct notifications about Season events! Visit our webpage for details.
TOP CLASS23 February – 20 March
Delight in new musical compositions, original and scripted dramatic monologues, theatrical design and skilled interpretations of dance and music, demonstrating the creativity and sophistication of VCE performing arts students from 2017.
TOP CLASS SOUNDFRIDAY 23 FEBRUARY 1.30pm: Original compositions by VCE students of music
Venue: Melba Hall, The University of Melbourne, ParkvilleBookings: eventbrite.com.au and at the venue on the day of the concert.
TOP CLASS DANCETHURSDAY 1 MARCH 10.30am: Program 1, VCE Dance and VCE VET Dance2pm: Program 2, VCE Dance and VCE VET Dance
Venue: Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank Bookings: melbournerecital.com.au, call (03) 9699 3333 or the box office.
TOP CLASS MUSICTUESDAY 6 MARCH 10.30am: Classical solo instruments 2pm: Contemporary solo instruments 6pm: Contemporary/classical groups and soloists
Venue: Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank Bookings: melbournerecital.com.au, call (03) 9699 3333 or the box office.
TOP CLASS DRAMA AND THEATRE STUDIESMONDAY 19 MARCH 10.30am: Drama 1 2pm: Theatre Studies 1 6pm: Drama and Theatre StudiesTUESDAY 20 MARCH 10.30am: Theatre Studies 2 2pm: Drama 2
Venue: The Playhouse, Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne Bookings: artscentremelbourne.com.au, call 1300 182 183 or the box office.
EDUCATION PROGRAMA Theatre Studies Design Forum will be held at the Melbourne Museum at 1.30pm on Tuesday 20 March 2018. This will feature a VCAA representative, an industry speaker and a presentation by a Theatre Studies Design student from 2017.
Visit museumsvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whats-on/top-designs from Friday 1 December 2017 for details and bookings.
GENERAL INFORMATIONAll Top Class tickets are on sale from Friday 1 December 2017.
Teacher entry is free (maximum two) with group bookings over 10. Early booking is recommended as most shows sell out.
Performer lists will be published on the Top Class webpage in February 2018: vcaa.vic.edu.au/topclass
TOP DESIGNS17 March – 15 July
Experience the innovation and creative problem-solving of Victoria’s emerging young designers. Explore furniture, fashion, graphic and product design, set, prop and costume design, film, print layout, photography, animation, web design, and mechanical and electronic projects created by VCE Media, Product Design and Technology, Systems Engineering, Theatre Studies Design, VET Creative Digital Media and Visual Communication Design students.
EXHIBITIONSATURDAY 17 MARCH – SUNDAY 15 JULY 10am–5pm daily (closed Good Friday)
EDUCATION PROGRAMSForums featuring VCAA representatives and industry speakers are offered in all studies. Introductory talks are also available for selected studies. Allow extra time for exhibition viewing.
CATALOGUEThe Top Designs catalogue will be available from the Melbourne Museum Shop or by mail order from the VCAA after Saturday 17 March 2018. To download the order form, visit the Top Designs webpage.
BOOKINGS AND VENUE DETAILSVenue: Melbourne Museum, Carlton Bookings: Essential for group viewing and programs. Telephone: (03) 8341 7767 Online: museumsvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whats-on/top-designs
Program charges and education service fees apply. Audio-described exhibition tours for people with vision impairment can be arranged upon request, subject to availability of staff, and with a minimum two weeks’ notice.
GENERAL INFORMATIONEducation program and group bookings are open from Friday 1 December 2017.
Check in with the Top Designs exhibitors and designers through the Top Designs Facebook page: facebook.com/topdesignsfanpage
Exhibitor lists will be published on the Top Designs webpage in February 2018: vcaa.vic.edu.au/topdesigns
TOP ARTS23 March – 15 July
Presented by the National Gallery of Victoria, Top Arts showcases outstanding works of art by VCE Art and Studio Arts students from 2017. This inspiring exhibition provides an illuminating insight into a range of themes and ideas explored by young artists from across Victoria.
EXHIBITIONFRIDAY 23 MARCH – SUNDAY 15 JULY 10am–5pm daily (closed Good Friday, open Anzac Day 1–5pm)
EDUCATION PROGRAMSA range of informative and interactive education programs supporting student and teacher professional learning, including introductory talks, folio viewings and sessions with exhibitors, educators and gallery professionals are offered in conjunction with the exhibition.
CATALOGUEThe Top Arts catalogue will be available from the NGV Design Store, NGV Australia, from Friday 23 March 2018.
BOOKINGS AND VENUE DETAILSVenue: The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Federation Square, Melbourne. Bookings: Essential for school programs and group visits to the exhibition. Online: ngv.melbourne/education Enquiries only: (03) 8662 1555
GENERAL INFORMATIONEducation program and group bookings are open from late November 2017.
Exhibitor lists will be published on the Top Arts VCAA webpage in February 2018: vcaa.vic.edu.au/toparts
TOP ACTS11 May
Top Acts is the final event in the VCE Season of Excellence 2018. The concert blends exceptional music performance, dance, drama, theatre studies and original musical works selected from over 150 performers in the Top Class concert series into one stunning and dynamic presentation.
PERFORMANCEFRIDAY 11 MAY 7.30pm
BOOKINGS AND VENUE DETAILSVenue: Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank Bookings: melbournerecital.com.au, call (03) 9699 3333 or the box office.
GENERAL INFORMATIONTop Acts tickets are on sale from Friday 1 December 2017.
Top Acts will be Auslan interpreted.
The Top Acts performer list will be published on the Top Acts webpage by mid-April 2018: vcaa.vic.edu.au/topacts
TOP SCREEN8 March – 9 May
Top Screen explores the diverse and inspiring stories of VCE Media students from 2017. This engaging short film program comprises creative and original narratives, documentaries, music videos and animation works.
PREMIERE CAST AND CREW SCREENING (approx. 90min)
Enjoy the thrill of the opening night, and rub shoulders with the filmmakers, cast and crew.
THURSDAY 8 MARCH 6.45pm
SCREENING + MEET THE FILMMAKERS(approx. 150min)
Following the screening, the filmmakers will discuss their challenges and successes. The panel discussion is chaired by the Media State Reviewer.
WEDNESDAY 14 MARCH 10.00amFRIDAY 23 MARCH 10.00amWEDNESDAY 28 MARCH 12:30pmWEDNESDAY 9 MAY 12.30pm
SCREENING + HOW DO I DO IT? (approx. 150min)
Looking for solutions to those tricky problems you have been facing? Come armed with your curly questions to put to the presenter following the screening. This year, some sessions will be delivered by the VCAA Curriculum Manager with a focus on the new Study Design for VCE Media.
THURSDAY 22 MARCH 10amWEDNESDAY 28 MARCH 9.30am WEDNESDAY 18 APRIL 12.30pm TUESDAY 24 APRIL 10amTHURSDAY 3 MAY 12.30pm
SCREENING + PDP VIEWING (approx. 120min)
Attendees are invited to view the Production Design Plans of the Top Screen 2017 program after the screening. View the creative journey navigated by the filmmakers, while gaining an insight into the planning and research involved in making a film.
WEDNESDAY 14 MARCH 1pmTHURSDAY 22 MARCH 1pmFRIDAY 20 APRIL 1.30pm
MONDAY 23 APRIL 10.30amTHURSDAY 3 MAY 10.30amWEDNESDAY 9 MAY 10.30am
SCHOOL HOLIDAY SCREENING + PDP INTENSIVE (approx. 150min)
Following the School Holiday Screening, the Media State Reviewer will take the audience through the requirements and benefits of the PDP. Attendees will also have the opportunity to view the PDPs of the filmmakers during the session.
WEDNESDAY 11 APRIL 10am
SCREENING + BEYOND TOP SCREEN (approx. 150min)
Back for a second year – attendees will hear from an industry professional currently working in the film industry, as well as catch up with a past Top Screener to hear where their journey has taken them since their involvement in Top Screen.
FRIDAY 20 APRIL 10am
BOOKINGS AND VENUE DETAILSVenue: ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne Bookings: acmi.net.au/top-screenEnquiries only: (03) 8663 2441
GENERAL INFORMATIONTop Screen tickets are on sale from Friday 1 December 2017.
Teacher entry is free (maximum two) with group bookings over 10.
The filmmaker list will be published on the Top Screen webpage in February 2018: vcaa.vic.edu.au/topscreen
Limited early bird tickets are available to these sessions! Please use the code POPCORN at check-out before 2 February 2018 for half price tickets. Payment required at time of booking.
