HUNTER THEATRE

A glass of champagne on arrival, followed by 5 wines matched with unique Australian and International cheeses. Join John the Pom from Petersons Wines as he shares his love for all things wine and cheese, providing extensive tasting notes during the evening. Cheese provided by Pork Ewe Deli. Supported by Phonics which includes one of HSPA’s incredible alumni THIS IS AN 18+ EVENT ONLY. Students CANNOT participate.

Our annual TOP ROCK STUDIOS COMPANY show is back and this year we’re bringing you a powerful, high-energy showcase of what the Newcastle dance scene is all about. Featuring choreography by Zane Sherwood, Braeden Lee, Georgia Robinson and the Top Rock Studios team, you’ll experience a mix of high-quality performances by our incredible 2026 Top Rock Company dancers. This team has been putting in the work behind the scenes for months to create something truly special… and this year, we’re doing things a little differently. There is only ONE show. One night to experience it all. This isn’t just a dance concert, it’s a celebration of growth, creativity, and the community we’ve built together!

Hunter School of the Performing Arts proudly presents the 2026 Junior Drama Production of Roald Dahl's The Witches: Plays for Children. Roald Dahl's beloved classic comes to life in a chilling but thrilling new production filled with dynamic physical theatre, imaginative storytelling, haunting projections and striking visual design. Audiences will be drawn into a richly whimsical world where ordinary people may not be quite what they appear—and where courage, friendship and a little bravery are the keys to an extraordinary adventure! Spellbinding, suspenseful and packed with theatricality, The Witches is a captivating tale for audiences aged 9 and up. CONTENT ADVICE The Witches contains moments of suspense, theatrical scares and supernatural themes that may be unsettling for some younger audience members. This production includes gothic imagery, loud sound effects, haze, strobe lighting, projections and stylised depictions of witches. While designed to be chilling but thrilling, the performance is presented within a theatrical context and is recommended for audiences aged 9 years and over. Parental discretion is advised for younger children. STORM CAST Sep 10th - 11.30am Sept 11th - 7.00pm SHADOW CAST Sep 11th - 11.30am Sep 12th - 7.00pm

Join us for our annual charity musical entirely written, directed, produced, and performed by our local medical students. Be entertained by our talented students with acting, singing, dancing, and live music, with proceeds being donated to charity.

Step inside the delicious world of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination, including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all revealed by Wonka’s army of curious Oompa-Loompas. Our talented Year 3–6 students can’t wait to share this magical adventure with you.