The Centre of Artistic Development (CAD) is Trinity Bay State High School’s premier Performing Arts extension program. It offers passionate and talented students the chance to deepen their skills and experience in Dance, Drama, Music, and Technical Theatre.
Working in multi-age groups, students collaborate to create performances for the school and wider community, gaining valuable real-world experience in their chosen disciplines.
How to Apply
To apply for the CAD program, submit the following documents to the school:
- School of Excellence Application Form
- Trinity Bay SHS Enrolment Form
For students moving from Year 6 into Year 7, applications must be submitted no later than midday on the Tuesday of the final week of Term 1.
Where to find forms:
All enrolment forms can be downloaded from our website under the "Enrolling at our school" section.
Please make sure to:
- Complete all forms fully and accurately
- Include two photocopies of your child’s most recent school report
- Do not send original documents
If applying from outside our catchment area, please include a short-written statement explaining your reasons for choosing Trinity Bay SHS. Note: Students can apply for more than one Excellence Program. However, placement in multiple programs may require prioritisation due to scheduling.
Application Process
Stage 1: Submit Your Application
Once all documents are received, applications will be reviewed before moving to Stage 2. 
Stage 2: Attend an Audition
Students will be assigned an audition time via email or post, depending on their selected discipline(s). Audition details are outlined below:
CAD Dance:
· No preparation required
· Students will learn and perform choreography on the day
· Duration: 1.5 hours
· Wear comfortable dancewear
CAD Drama:
· Prepare and present one monologue from our provided selection
· Download Monologues (PDF, 112KB)
· Duration: 5 minutes
· Costumes are not required
CAD Music:
· Perform a piece of your choice on your chosen instrument or voice
· Duration: 5 minutes
CAD Technical Theatre:
· No preparation or prior experience needed
· Participate in a group task and a short individual interview
· Duration: approximately 30 minutes
Stage 3: Notification of Outcome
By the end of Term 2:
· Successful applicants will receive an offer letter and a CAD contract
· Unsuccessful applicants will receive a non-acceptance letter, with potential placement on a waiting list
Please return the signed contract promptly to secure your position, as there may be students waiting for a place in the program.
Stage 4: Confirm Your Place
To finalise enrolment:
· Pay a $100 deposit (credited toward school fees) by the end of Term 3
· Submit the signed Excellence Program Contract
If your child is accepted into multiple Excellence Programs, only one deposit is required. Payments can be made at the school’s front office. If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact the school office. We look forward to welcoming the next generation of performing artists to Trinity Bay’s Centre of Artistic Development!