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Abbotsleigh's 140th Anniversary Concert Night of a Thousand Stars

20 May 2025

In the Concert Hall

Classical Music

Abbotsleigh School has been empowering young women since 1885. Students from Year 5 - Year 12 join together with the whole community to celebrate its 140th anniversary through music and performances.

With education, women can do, or be, anything.

Miss Betty Archdale — 6th Headmistress (1958 1970)

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Abbotsleigh 140th Anniversary Concert: Night of a Thousand Stars

In 2025, Abbotsleigh School proudly celebrates 140 years of empowering young women since 1885. Students from Year 5 to Year 12 will unite in spectacular anniversary concerts, showcasing their talents through music. The program includes whole school choral and instrumental works including performances alongside world renowned didgeridoo player William Barton and special guest artist and "old girl", Little Green. Prominent Australian composer, Harry Sdraulig will also premiere a new work commissioned for the occasion.

Presented by Abbotsleigh School

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