Eastleigh College Supported Learning Students took to the stage in front of a sell-out crowd to perform their annual arts showcase, this year titled ‘Around the World in Sixty Minutes’.
Over 60 students, aged between 16-21 years old, all with learning disabilities and studying on full-time courses at the College, presented a lively evening of dance, theatre, song and art against a background of music based from around the globe to celebrate the Olympic year. Dance styles included contemporary, jazz, street dance, dance-drama, slapstick, mime and freestyle.
Elise currently studies Preparation for Life and Work, and is looking forward to starting a course in Catering in September. Commenting on the show this year, she said, “I’m loving it! I look forward to this every year and I’m sad this is my last year. My favourite part of the show this year is the finale, because we all get to join in on stage together.”
Team Leader for Supported Learning, Sharon Priest, said “The students have worked really hard since the rehearsals started back in November. They have been fully involved in all aspects of the show, from devising set pieces to improvisation work and costume making. All their effort has paid off - they’ve put on terrific performances!”
For more information about Eastleigh College Supported Learning courses including Skills for Independence and Work, Preparation for Life and Work, Building Independence and The Foundation Course, visit our courses page.
John Mcmurray-Williams recently won a signed Southampton shirt and the chance to have a private backstage tour of Southampton Football club, including the home dressing room. John entered the competition after attending the Eastleigh College and St Mary’s Training Centre stand, who were running the competition, at Southampton Business EXPO at The Ageas Bowl.
Floristry student Rebecca Gillett has been awarded the renowned City and Guilds Medal for Excellence, making her one of sixty-one winners worldwide. Rebecca was recently presented her award by Councillor Bruce Tennent, The Mayor of Eastleigh, at the College’s Annual Awards Ceremony.