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ArtsFest takes IGS on a journey through time

Through the Decades

On the last day of Term 1, IGS was transformed into a living timeline as ArtsFest 2026 brought the theme Through the Decades to life. ArtsFest is a special and unique tradition at IGS that empowers creativity and collaboration, celebrating the incredible talent of our students.

This special celebration united the whole High School, which was flooded with flared pants, gold chains, bandanas, influential musicians, iconic landmarks and TV series characters from different decades, as students and staff embraced the spirit of their chosen eras with creativity and enthusiasm.

 

Three boys stand indoors at a lively ArtsFest event. One waves pom-poms in a floral pyjama top, another sports curly hair and a headband, and the third rocks a Nirvana shirt and shutter shades—a true journey through time at IGS.

 

Throughout the day, students rotated through a rich program of activities that showcased the breadth of their talents across disciplines.

The visual arts exhibition saw Houses presenting an impressive collection of artworks inspired by different decades. Paintings, sculptures, short stories and poetry reflected distinct cultural moments in time, demonstrating not only artistic skill but thoughtful interpretation of history, identity and style.

 

 

Drama and Dance performances transported audiences from decade to decade through movement and storytelling. Students reimagined defining cultural moments, musical influences and social shifts through original performances that were both entertaining and insightful. Short films added another creative dimension, capturing the aesthetics and spirit of past eras through a contemporary student lens.

 

A young woman stands outside at ArtsFest with her hands raised, wearing a large cardboard costume painted to look like a graffiti-covered wall. She is smiling and dressed casually in jeans and a black T-shirt, embodying a creative journey through time.
Three smiling people at ArtsFest, one in a decorated wheelchair, another in overalls, and a third in pink with a lanyard, walk together beneath the colourful “ArtsFest” banner—celebrating creativity on their journey through time.
A person stands on a stage at IGS ArtsFest in a dark theatre, facing an audience seated closely together and attentively watching. Bright stage lights illuminate their journey through time.
A person wearing a yellow scarf and dark patterned dressing gown stands in front of a vibrant pink wall with bold lettering, capturing the spirit of ArtsFest. They hold an object in their hand, looking directly at the camera; a wooden bench rests behind them.
Two people in colourful 1980s-themed outfits and wigs pose with inflatable guitars, smiling in front of an ArtsFest banner at an outdoor event—a fun journey through time at IGS, with other attendees enjoying the festivities in the background.
A young man with dark hair smiles while walking on a city pavement during ArtsFest. He wears a denim jacket, checked shirt, red jacket over his shoulders, and a rucksack. People, including a child, walk nearby amidst trees and buildings.
Two teenagers perform on stage at ArtsFest; the boy in a green shirt and brown shorts raises his fist whilst the girl in a white costume with an orange design, part of IGS’s journey through time, looks distressed, touching her neck as others watch in the background.
A young person with short dark hair, dressed in a black shirt and trousers, stands on stage with arms outstretched, passionately performing at ArtsFest, framed by a dark curtain backdrop—a moment in their journey through time.
An older man wearing a black top hat, sunglasses, and a black jacket gives two thumbs up whilst smiling outdoors at ArtsFest, capturing the spirit of a joyful journey through time. A blurred crowd and trees are visible in the background.
A group of students sits in tiered, bright blue lecture theatre seats, some with laptops open, during IGS. One person in the front row wears sunglasses while a student in a green jacket walks past, blurred—a snapshot from their journey through time.
A young person in a black suit and white shirt stands and speaks on stage during IGS ArtsFest, while children watch from the floor. Stage lights shine above, evoking a journey through time in this lively theatre performance or rehearsal.
A boy wearing a Roman-style helmet with a red plume, pink sunglasses, a white lab coat, and colourful lanyards stands outdoors at ArtsFest IGS, ready for a journey through time. Trees and other people are visible in the background.

 

The much-anticipated Costume Parade brought colour and character to the day, as students proudly showcased their decade-inspired outfits. From vintage classics to more recent trends, the parade was a vibrant reminder of how fashion tells the story of time.

 

Three smiling children in colourful costumes stand in the centre of a busy classroom at IGS, surrounded by classmates and vibrant artwork from ArtsFest, capturing a lively and cheerful moment on their journey through time.
Two young people dressed in 1920s-style outfits stand side by side at ArtsFest. One wears a silver fringed dress with a feathered headband, the other a black dress with layered pearl necklaces. A red garment hangs in the background.
Two people in fancy dress pose together at an indoor event during ArtsFest. One, dressed as a Roman soldier in red and armour, gives a thumbs up; the other, a cowboy with a brown waistcoat and hat, smiles and points playfully—a true journey through time.
Two people dressed in glittery suits and Daft Punk-style helmets pose together indoors at ArtsFest, surrounded by other attendees and display boards, creating a vibrant scene that feels like a journey through time.
A person in a shiny green shirt, straw hat, sunglasses, and false beard holds a walking stick and a pipe. At ArtsFest, they join others—some in fancy dress—embarking on an IGS journey through time. The background is lively but blurred.
Three young people in basketball jerseys and bandanas pose together at ArtsFest, an indoor event. Behind them, other attendees interact and art is displayed on walls, creating a lively and creative atmosphere that feels like a journey through time.
A person wearing a San Antonio Spurs jersey and a blue-and-red LA cap stands indoors at IGS ArtsFest, reaching both hands towards the camera with a focused expression, as if inviting you on a journey through time.
Two young women with plaited hair and backwards caps sit smiling on a blue sofa at ArtsFest, enjoying the lively, colourful room filled with other people and bright posters—a vibrant snapshot from their journey through time at IGS.
Two teenagers perform on stage at ArtsFest; the boy in a green shirt and brown shorts raises his fist whilst the girl in a white costume with an orange design, part of IGS’s journey through time, looks distressed, touching her neck as others watch in the background.
Two women in white costumes pose together at IGS ArtsFest; one wears a crescent moon headpiece and grey hijab, the other a silver star. Their outfits evoke a journey through time, while people are seated in the brightly lit background.
Two people pose together in a classroom during ArtsFest; one wears a black hat and tie with a white vest, the other is in a suit with Bowie-inspired face paint. Students from IGS are seated on the floor, enjoying this journey through time.
A person with curly hair, wearing a blue shirt and ruffled white collar, poses dramatically with one hand raised at ArtsFest, whilst people sit on the floor in the background of a bright indoor setting.
Two teenage boys pose together at a crowded ArtsFest event. One wears sunglasses, a gold chain, and a white shirt; the other sports a yellow safety vest and a backwards tan cap. People are sitting and standing in the background.
A young person in a white and red floral blazer, large sunglasses, and a black wig stands in a classroom at IGS during ArtsFest—a lively journey through time with students in creative costumes gathered in the background.
Two young women pose for a photo at ArtsFest; one in a giraffe onesie sits on the other's shoulders. Smiling, her friend flashes a peace sign in camouflage trousers and tie. The crowd enjoys this playful moment on their journey through time at IGS.
A person in red pyjamas, gold chain, sunglasses, and a white cap playfully uses a toy money gun to shoot fake notes at IGS ArtsFest, while a group of people watch and sit around in a bright indoor space—a playful journey through time.
A person in a yellow Ghostbusters boiler suit stands smiling with an outstretched hand in a busy classroom at ArtsFest, while groups of people sit and talk in the background, capturing a lively atmosphere on this journey through time.
Two teenage girls stand together, smiling, in checked skirts, white tops, and cardigans at IGS. Other students chat or walk in a busy classroom decorated with colourful posters and ArtsFest projects on the walls—a lively journey through time.
Two boys in sunglasses and hats pose confidently, one holding a toy ghetto blaster, in a lively IGS classroom during ArtsFest—a themed journey through time with fancy dress and pupils gathered all around.

 

After recess, the energy lifted even further as the Hall filled with music and anticipation, with students singing songs such as Since U Been Gone by Kelly Clarkson, What Makes You Beautiful by One Direction, Livin’ on a Prayer by Bon Jovi and many more. Theatresports and musical moments created a joyful, shared experience for students across year groups, building momentum toward the final performances.

 

A group of people enthusiastically cheer and clap at ArtsFest; one person in the front has their face painted green. The lively crowd, with hands raised and joyful expressions, captures the spirited journey through time at IGS.
Two people stand on stage holding hands, facing a large crowd at ArtsFest. Many audience members hold up phones with torches, creating a mesmerising sea of lights in the dimly lit venue.
Five people stand on stage at IGS ArtsFest, smiling and cheering with arms raised, facing an applauding audience. Their colourful outfits—including a shiny pink suit and a hijab—capture the joyful, celebratory spirit of this journey through time.
A musician plays a red electric bass guitar on stage under dim lights at ArtsFest, with a keyboard and drum kit in the background. A drummer is partially seen behind, capturing the spirit of a journey through time in music.
A band performs on stage with a guitarist, saxophonist, keyboard player, and vocalist at ArtsFest. Audience members—some in fancy dress—watch and take photos as the backdrop features a white screen and large IGS letters, setting a journey through time.
Three people perform on stage at IGS ArtsFest; the centre person, in a red corset and headband, spins with hair flying, whilst the others gesture animatedly in a lively journey through time.
A young person wearing glasses, a red tie, patterned shirt, and black jumper holds a microphone and speaks confidently on stage at IGS ArtsFest, inviting the audience on a journey through time against a dark background.
A young woman with plaited hair plays an acoustic guitar and sings into a microphone on stage at ArtsFest, wearing a floral dress, as the audience enjoys her musical journey through time.
A person wearing a brown costume with black spots speaks into a microphone on stage at IGS ArtsFest, standing under a spotlight with a dark background, inviting the audience on a journey through time.
A young woman wearing a tiara and a pink dress holds a microphone, standing on stage at ArtsFest and appearing to speak or perform, with a dark background behind her.
A young person in a light grey hoodie plays a black electric bass guitar on stage at ArtsFest, with a microphone stand in the foreground and dark curtains in the background, capturing a musical moment in their journey through time.
A woman in a sleeveless red floral dress sings passionately into a microphone on stage at ArtsFest, raising one hand in the air as if leading the audience on a journey through time. An audience member's arm is visible in the foreground.
A young man wearing a Nirvana T-shirt smiles whilst playing an electric guitar on stage at ArtsFest, capturing the spirit of a journey through time, with a blurred audience in the foreground and a plain background behind him.
A smiling young person wearing a denim jacket plays an electric guitar on stage against a dark background, capturing the vibrant energy of IGS ArtsFest in a musical journey through time.
A woman wearing a beanie and off-the-shoulder t-shirt passionately sings into a microphone on stage at ArtsFest, with dim lighting and musicians partially visible in the background, capturing a vibrant journey through time.
A young man wearing a black jacket plays a saxophone on stage at ArtsFest, standing in front of a large screen with a microphone nearby. The dimly lit background and partially visible audience set the scene for this musical journey through time.
A young woman wearing a white Paris T-shirt sings passionately into a microphone on stage at ArtsFest, with stage lights illuminating her and musical equipment nearby, capturing the spirit of creativity and a vibrant journey through time.

 

To finish off the day, each House took the stage to perform for the whole of High School, bringing their own take on Through the Decades to life:

  • Kuyal set Shakespeare head to head with ChatGPT – a battle between the classics and the internet age that sparked creativity.
  • Gura carried love across the decades, from Titanic’s Jack and Rose to unexpected alien companions.
  • Bamal launched a mission to save the IGS music department, with decades of sound going track for track.
  • Baado did the time warp, travelling through the ages all the way back to ancient Egypt.

The scores were tallied and the winners announced. Kuyal took home the ArtsFest Shield and claimed victory in the Whole House Performances with their unforgettable stage show, Shakespeare vs ChatGPT.

Congratulations to Kuyal for taking out the ArtsFest Shield, and well done to every student who participated throughout the day. Thank you to the many teachers and staff whose planning, organisation and support made ArtsFest 2026 such a memorable celebration for the whole School.

 

Two young men stand on stage at ArtsFest, arms crossed under blue lighting—one in a cap and checked shirt, the other in a leather jacket—as they embark on a journey through time. Others from IGS are visible in the background with microphones nearby.
Three people pose confidently on stage under pink-purple lighting at IGS ArtsFest, wearing fun outfits with feather boas; a microphone stands to the side and a bright, colourful background evokes a journey through time.
A performer in a shiny gold corset and black trousers poses with a pink feather boa on stage at ArtsFest. Behind her, a large screen displays glamorous images of women in bright pink and purple hues, evoking a journey through time.
A person wearing a blue bandana, large gold chain, and Golden State Warriors jersey stands under pink lighting on stage at IGS ArtsFest, capturing a journey through time with a microphone in the background.
A group of people stand on stage under pink lighting, some wearing costumes, in front of a large screen displaying the words GO KUVAL in bold white letters during the IGS ArtsFest—a vibrant journey through time.
A young woman in a blue patterned shirt and black trousers dances confidently on stage at IGS ArtsFest, with another person in the background wearing sunglasses and a white outfit. Both perform under bright stage lighting, capturing a journey through time against a dark backdrop.
A person in a colourful striped suit and red wig speaks into a microphone whilst holding a trophy at ArtsFest, standing on stage beside others—including a man in a green jacket and a woman in a pink dress—celebrating their creative journey through time.
Three women on stage celebrate and smile, two in colourful outfits and one in a white dress with tall boots—capturing the vibrant spirit of ArtsFest. Another person with long hair stands in the foreground, all set against a dark background.
A group of young people performs a dance on stage at ArtsFest; one person at the front wears green face paint. The futuristic city image with 2186 projected above hints at a journey through time. Most performers are dressed in black.
A person dressed as a witch with green face paint and a black hat holds papers, smiling at another holding a microphone and star wand, on stage at IGS ArtsFest—a magical journey through time with blurred microphones in the foreground.
A person in a dark tracksuit poses confidently on stage under pink lighting at IGS ArtsFest, sunglasses on their head. Other people stand in the background, with a blurred screen showing a car image hinting at a journey through time.
A person wearing a backwards cap and oversized pink sweatshirt adjusts their cap, standing before a colourful, blurred background at ArtsFest. Another person with dark hair and sunglasses stands nearby under vibrant pink and purple lights.
A group of people dance enthusiastically on stage at ArtsFest, in front of a large, colourful screen showing friends with party hats, wigs, and sunglasses celebrating with party blowers—capturing the joy of an IGS journey through time.
A person with curly hair sings passionately into a microphone on stage at ArtsFest, wearing a blue button-up shirt and standing in front of dark curtains, capturing a musical moment in their journey through time.

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