Creative and performing arts

Art Club (Weekly)

Art Club runs once a week, all year round in the Art Room, providing students with the opportunity to experiment with a wide range of art materials and creative processes. Activities include watercolour techniques, graphite drawing, acrylic painting, clay construction, cartoon and street art, fingerboard park design, and much more. Mr Caulfield supports students by developing their technical skills and encouraging them to explore personal interests as a means of self-expression. Open to students from Years 7–12, Art Club offers a relaxed, inclusive environment that fosters creativity, collaboration and social connection.

JHS Art Competition

The JHS Art Competition is an annual event that invites both students and staff to submit an artwork in any artform for the chance to win 1st, 2nd or 3rd place prizes. All entries are proudly exhibited within the school and shared across our social media platforms, celebrating the creative achievements of our school community. This exciting event highlights the outstanding artistic talent, imagination and diversity of expression within Jindabyne High School. It also fosters a strong sense of community pride and encourages creative participation across all year groups and staff.

JHS Musical (bi annually)

The Jindabyne High School Musical is a major Creative and Performing Arts highlight, bringing together students from across the school to collaborate in performance, music, dance and technical production. Our productions provide students with the opportunity to develop confidence, creativity and teamwork while experiencing the excitement of live theatre.

In 2023, students showcased their talent in High School Musical: The Musical, delivering an energetic and entertaining production for the school and wider community. Looking ahead, JHS is excited to present Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in 2026, offering students another opportunity to be involved in a large-scale production both on stage and behind the scenes.

School Spectacular (bi annually)

The Schools Spectacular is an impressive NSW Department of Education performing arts event featuring over 5,500 public school students in choir, dance, orchestra, and solo acts at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, with a theme like "Remarkable" for 2025, celebrating youth talent and diversity. It is an iconic Australian cultural event, a world-class production showcasing student talent from K-12, involving huge ensembles, and offers hands-on career experiences for VET students, with applications typically opening annually for participation.

Each year, Jindabyne High School students and staff proudly participate in Schools Spectacular as performers, dancers and members of the production and technical teams, gaining invaluable performance experience and insight into careers across the creative and performing arts industries. The event also provides hands-on opportunities for VET students and is recognised as a world-class production showcasing public education on a national stage.

Snowy Monaro Performing Arts Festival

The Snowy Monaro Performing Arts Festival brings together public schools from across Eden-Monaro and beyond, showcasing the incredible dedication and creativity of students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Featuring performances in dance, drama, and music, the festival is a celebration of the arts in education.

Jindabyne High School students take part in the festival, performing alongside peers from across the region and gaining valuable stage experience, confidence and opportunities to connect with the wider performing arts community.

Lake Light Festival

Lake Light Sculpture is the Snowy Mountains signature autumn event. Each Easter long weekend, the Jindabyne foreshore comes to life as an open-air gallery of illuminated art - a unique celebration of creativity, community, and light. In 2026, students from JHS will enter with an amazing group exhibit for public display. This opportunity offers students an exciting chance to work creatively as a team, develop large-scale artistic skills, and contribute meaningfully to a much-loved community festival.

Open Mic

Open mic lunches give students and staff the opportunity to play or listen to live music in a supportive, low-pressure environment.  Students are able to collaborate with musicians across year groups or with staff.

Music Soiree

This event provides senior Music students with the opportunity to present their Preliminary and HSC performance programs to an audience, supporting skill development and performance readiness.

MADD Night

MADD night is an annual celebration of Music, Art, Drama and Dance for students in Years 7 to 11. This special evening showcases a range of student work, highlighting the creativity and talent of our students across the arts. The event is proudly produced and run by our VET Entertainment class.

Senior Showcase

The annual evening display and performances are a wonderful celebration of HSC major works across a diverse range of subjects, including Art, Community & Family Studies, Dance, Drama, Extension English 2, ITT - Timber, Music, and Society & Culture. The event showcases the incredible hard work and dedication of our HSC students, with stunning musical and dramatic performances as well as major work displays for members of the community, students and staff to view. VET Entertainment students also enjoy enrichment opportunities to deliver high-quality sound, lighting, stage management and a live broadcast to YouTube.