Celebrating the Power of Performance with The Amazing Adventures of SuperStan

What do superheroes, hypnotic gobstoppers, and a giant remote control have to do with learning?
Quite a lot, as it turns out.

With The Amazing Adventures of SuperStan, our Year 5 students brought their Unit of Inquiry How We Express Ourselves to life, transforming the stage into their classroom, where storytelling became their assessment.

As they stepped into the roles of clumsy Stanley Marvel, the mischievous Candy King, and the colourful citizens of Megaville, the students explored a central idea: media shapes how we think, what we believe, and how we see the world. Through performance, they learned to communicate messages clearly, interpret different perspectives, and recognise that every story carries meaning. In this case, the message was simple yet powerful: confidence and self-belief can turn even the most unlikely character into a hero.

Reflecting on the choice of production, Maria Hamblin, Y5 Homeroom Teacher and project coordinator, explains:
“We chose SuperStan for its upbeat, joyful nature and its positive message about teamwork and recognising the value of every individual, even when they may not appear to be a ‘superhero’ at first glance.”

But behind the laughter and applause was a rigorous learning journey built on real skills: teamwork, resilience, creativity, and confidence. Rehearsals demanded problem‑solving, empathy, and collaboration; the final performance showcased not only talent, but remarkable growth.

Miss Hamblin highlights this evolution:
“Throughout the unit, students have been developing a broad range of performance and presentation skills through drama, singing, and dance. This includes voice projection, expression, movement, timing, stage presence, and working as an ensemble. The children have worked hard to communicate confidently to an audience, respond to feedback, and perform with energy and commitment.”

Every rehearsal became a real‑life lesson in cooperation, perseverance, and self‑expression. Lines were memorised, nerves conquered, and every triumphant “Kaboom!” and “Thwack!” revealed just how far they had come as confident, creative communicators.

She adds:
“Each student has been on their own journey, overcoming stage fright, performing solos, managing disappointment, and persevering through rehearsals. This experience has been truly character‑building, strengthening their resilience, creativity and critical thinking well beyond this performance.”

A huge bravo to our amazing cast for saving Megaville in style, and a heartfelt thank‑you to our incredible directors, Miss Maria Hamblin and Anthony Hamblin, Head of PYP, to Miss Emma Holland, Homeroom Teacher and PYP Coordinator, and to all the teachers whose guidance, enthusiasm, and dedication made this super adventure possible.

And thank you to our families, who supported every rehearsal, every costume change, and every courageous step onto the stage.SuperStan may have been the hero of the story…
but the true superheroes were our students!