Modern Dance CCA Five Stars Distinction Award at Open Stage Dance Competition

On 5 April 2026 (Sunday), 24 dancers from Modern Dance CCA proudly represented the school at the Open Stage Dance Competition 2026, held as part of the PAssionArts Festival 2026 and presented by Tampines Central CACC and Our Tampines Hub.

Host: Hazelle Teo, Mediacorp Radio Yes 933 DJ
Esteemed Judges: Cai Shiji, Melvin Tang, Shahbirul Zaki Ahmad and Yutaki Ong

Centred on this year’s theme, Our Neighbourhood Gems, the competition provided a meaningful platform for our dancers to showcase their artistry while fostering a strong sense of community and camaraderie.

Interaction with Dr Charlene Chen, Chairperson of Tampines East (Tampines GRC)

The dancers presented the piece titled “Quiet Radiance”, an exploration of trust, friendship, and vulnerability. The dancers moved through moments of hesitation, connection, and unspoken tension, revealing the quiet strength that emerges in the space between support and independence. Through their movements, they reveal a story that is felt rather than spoken, where courage quietly emerges in the act of vulnerability.

We are proud to share that the team emerged 1st place in the Contemporary Dance category and attained the Five-Star Distinction Award.

The dancers delivered an impactful performance which resonated with the judges and audience, marked by emotional depth and remarkable stage presence. One of the judges, Mr Melvin Tang, commended the dancers for their ability to portray vulnerability and emotional maturity in the piece through their facial expressions, musicality and movements.

Dancers listening intently to feedback from Mr Melvin Tang

This accomplishment is a testament to the dancers’ hard work, discipline, commitment to excellence, as well as their determination to do the school proud. Behind this achievement were weeks of rigorous training, unwavering dedication, and countless hours of refining technique and synchronisation.

Presentation of Award

On 8 April 2026 (Wednesday), Tabuloc Marissa Joy Valerie Gepulango from Class 4CY and Maegan Tan from Class 3HY went up on stage during Morning Assembly to share the piece of good news with the school.

Valerie (4CY) and Maegan (3HY) sharing the good news with the school

Our Principal, Mr Michael, presented the medals to the dancers and commended them for their determination and resilience.

Presentation of medals by Mr Michael
Dancers standing proud and tall with their medals

We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the parents, teachers, and students who came down on the competition day to support the dancers. Your presence and encouragement greatly uplifted the dancers’ morale and fueled their performance on stage.

Congratulations to our Modern Dance CCA dancers on this outstanding achievement!