“Conte Marin” – A Multidisciplinary Performance: Journey into the Heart of a Marine Tale

A living tale brought to life by the combined talents of our middle school students

The International French School (Singapore) invites you to dive into an artistic underwater adventure with Oceane and the Golden Trident, a collective creation by the students of classes 6B and 5B. Initiated in October, this ambitious project brings together creative writing, visual arts, music, theatre, and dance to offer the entire IFS community a rich, immersive, and poetic experience.

Thursday, 12 June 2025
 At 7:30 PM
Amphitheatre 2900 

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Beneath the surface of this adventure is a powerful story of growth and self-discovery in an underwater realm,entirely written in collaboration by the students themselves. The audience will follow the journey of Oceane, a young orphan who faces numerous trials in her quest for the legendary Golden Trident. As she ventures into the ocean’s depths, she encounters the unexpected, uncovers hidden worlds, and must rely on courage, solidarity, and intuition.
But this story isn’t just told—it’s brought vividly to life on stage. While the text is played as a voice-over, elements of dioramas and sculptures will be projected in the background, students perform selected scenes through mime, expressive movement, and the animation of clay figures they crafted in Visual Arts. Adding to the richness of the visual experience, students from class 5B contributed intricately designed dioramas that enhance the scenic landscape.

Live music performed by the school orchestra, under the direction of Ms. Nguyen, accompanies the entire performance. The musical programme is both varied and evocative, featuring original compositions co-created with the students.

• Original Composition “Marine Tale”  by Class 6B and the Orchestra
• Songs Without Words, “Gondola Song” – Mendelssohn
• “Under the Sea”, The Little Mermaid
• The Hebrides Overture – Mendelssohn
• Original Composition by Class 6B and the Orchestra, “Oceane’s Leitmotif” Symphony
• “From the New World” – Dvořák
• Pirates of the Caribbean Medley – Hans Zimmer
• Tales from Earthsea – Terashima

Another highlight of the show is the participation of the IFS Dance ECA, who designed and performed an original choreography inspired by a pivotal chapter of the story. This dance sequence brings a poetic and physical dimension to the stage, enriching the overall performance.

This project is a true example of cross-disciplinary learning, involving multiple subjects and grade levels, and showcasing the diverse talents of our students. It promotes creativity, collaboration, artistic expression, and shared expertise. More than just a performance, Oceane and the Golden Trident is a collective work of art, a celebration of imagination and student engagement.

A performance not to be missed!