It’s hard to believe that our Lord of the Flies journey began all the way back in May. By June, we had designed the set and measured it out in the Black Box Studio with Mr Corker and, Khun Rat, who was ready to weave his practical miracles into action. Two box-model prototypes later, and materials ordered-Khun Nui and his team were prepared to begin the build as soon as the school calendar allowed.

Before we left for the summer break, we had organised audition dates and held an information event for all interested students, who were encouraged to learn set monologues over the holiday. When we returned for the first full week of Term 1, auditions began immediately. An exciting, yet very difficult, casting process followed, and the final cast was confirmed. By the third week, rehearsals and blocking were underway, and the story of this production truly began to take shape.

Months of planning, designing, rehearsing and finally refining led to last week’s performances; a remarkable culmination of talent from our unbelievable cast, our brilliant backstage crew, and two passionate teachers determined to challenge their students to rise to the top within a safe and supportive space.

The production became an epic adventure filled with laughter, tears, creative risk-taking and countless moments of pride. What made this experience truly special was the unity it inspired. Students from Year 10 to Year 13 came together to create something brave, stirring, and deeply collaborative.

It has been an honour to be part of such a nurturing, blossoming process and one that we will always remember and hold dear in our hearts. We are deeply grateful to every young person involved and every extra adult who made the magic happen and to those who came and supported their loved ones by being a fantastic audience!

Please read our artistic vision and a note of love to our beloved cast and crew and our thanks to everyone who wrote their feedback on our Audience Applause Padlet.

Here are some reactions from the community:

“I can’t remember the last time I was that immersed in a performance. Like, everything from the tense death scenes to the oppressive atmosphere created with fluid ensemble work to that perfect ending with the Sound of Silence was soooooo good. 100% going to buy the book now. I was completely shaken with the level of dedication. My acid moment was when Simon was killed, particularly the chanting, dancing, and the high level of tension created. The ensemble movement really sold it for me as I could see everybody was working together to make that happen. The shock emotion afterwards felt so genuine when the ensemble realised what they’d done. It felt so good to watch something that you don’t really get in Bangkok. Thanks for breaking a couple of legs and conches. Great job everyone involved.” – Felix Darley, IB Alumni (Drama student)

“From the pre-show (flight crew, waiting lounge) to the simple yet effective set, to the carefully choreographed chaos, to the lights, sounds and songs and the incredible all-out acting, the show was gripping and engaging. Congratulations to all the students on stage and behind the scenes and to your teachers, directors and mentors. It was a stunning performance! You must be exhausted from doing the show 3 nights in a row, but you should also be so proud!” – Parent

“ What a polished and passionate performance! You must be so proud – this has gone way beyond a school production.” – Teacher