The piece spotlights the medical condition of diabetes and suggests how this debilitating disease might be eradicated through ‘battle’ which is expertly explored through the concept of a video game. The piece was modern, exciting and thought provoking. 

Candy invited our Senior Drama students to the opening night of her performance on Wednesday 26 July. It was a wonderful event and the students had the privilege of rubbing shoulders with some incredible talents in the arts world. 

The group stayed behind after the show to enjoy canapes, chat with other attendees and witness Candy’s passionate speech where she shared the story behind her show and how the performance came together through her collaboration with professionals in the arts. It was an inspiring night of drama and education. 

Stage 5 Drama went to see a school performance with a Q&A session, which they absolutely loved. Candy took the time to explain the facts behind the piece of theatre and the personal struggle she has experienced as a result of a family member experiencing and becoming ill due to diabetes and how this disease preys on particular cultures and demographics. 

Some thoughts from our students:

‘I really liked how the performance was funny and colourful but still tackled an important issue about a disease we don’t know much about. The performance was both educational and engaging through song and dance to evoke an emotional response’. Sophia S

‘I loved how she was a one woman show. She did everything. Like, everything!’ Lillian J

‘The play felt really personal. It was so wonderful to hear music that reflected her culture as well as costumes that played homage to her South African roots. I learnt so much from this play’. Timia B

‘She wasn’t afraid to show the effects of diabetes. This was portrayed through humour but was still very confronting and real.’ Sta O

We thank Candy for her incredible artistry and her willingness to collaborate with us at St Pat’s. We’ve been very fortunate to see a lot of her while she’s been in town and are extremely grateful for her generosity and expertise as she spends time with Drama students at our College and shares her experience of the arts industry with them. 

Catherine McLaren - CAPA Coordinator