{"id":6230,"date":"2026-05-23T19:49:34","date_gmt":"2026-05-23T18:49:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/stjosephsprimary\/?p=6230"},"modified":"2026-05-23T19:49:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-23T18:49:36","slug":"%f0%9f%8e%ad%f0%9f%94%8e-st-josephs-pupils-shine-in-murder-on-the-disorientated-express-%f0%9f%94%8e%f0%9f%8e%ad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/stjosephsprimary\/?p=6230","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udfad\ud83d\udd0e St Joseph\u2019s Pupils Shine in \u201cMurder on the Disorientated Express\u201d \ud83d\udd0e\ud83c\udfad"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>On Friday 22nd May, several of our talented St Joseph\u2019s pupils took to the stage as part of the Millennium Youth Guild of Players production, <em>Murder on the Disorientated Express<\/em> &#8211; and what a fantastic evening it was! \ud83c\udf1f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The performance took place at the Stranraer Millennium Centre and was packed full of mystery, suspense, comedy and brilliant acting. The audience thoroughly enjoyed trying to solve the mystery while being entertained by the talented cast and their wonderful characters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We were especially proud to see three current St Joseph\u2019s pupils performing so confidently on stage &#8211; Myra, Ava W and Ava G &#8211; alongside some former pupils who also did an amazing job &#8211; Lolah, Rubie, Joanna and Maya. Another former pupil &#8211; Thorin, was in charge of sound and lighting. It was wonderful to see all their confidence, creativity and teamwork shining through during the performance. \ud83c\udfac\ud83d\udc4f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Millennium Youth Guild of Players gives young people the opportunity to develop skills in drama, performance, communication and teamwork while building confidence and making new friendships. It was fantastic to see so many young performers involved and enjoying the experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A huge well done to everyone who took part both on stage and behind the scenes. We know how much hard work and rehearsal goes into putting on a production, and everyone should be incredibly proud of themselves! \u2b50<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are always delighted to celebrate the achievements of our pupils both in and out of school, and this was a fantastic example of young people using their talents and creativity so positively. \ud83c\udfad\u2728<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf0d <strong>UNCRC Links<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Article 29:<\/strong> Education should help children develop their talents and abilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Article 31:<\/strong> Every child has the right to take part in cultural and creative activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf31 <strong>Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SDG 4:<\/strong> Quality Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SDG 3:<\/strong> Good Health and Wellbeing through confidence and creative expression<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udc9a <strong>SHANARRI Indicators<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Achieving:<\/strong> Developing drama and performance skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Confident:<\/strong> Performing in front of an audience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Included:<\/strong> Working together as part of a cast and production team.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Meta-skills<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Communicating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creativity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leading<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adapting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf1f <strong>The Four Capacities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Confident Individuals:<\/strong> Performing confidently on stage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Effective Contributors:<\/strong> Working together to create a successful production.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Successful Learners:<\/strong> Developing new creative and performance skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u271d\ufe0f <strong>Strands of Faith<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>In the Image of God:<\/strong> Celebrating each person\u2019s talents and gifts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reign of God:<\/strong> Encouraging and supporting one another within the community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"6232\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/public\/stjosephsprimary\/uploads\/sites\/8813\/2026\/05\/23194754\/1-576x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/public\/stjosephsprimary\/uploads\/sites\/8813\/2026\/05\/23194754\/1-576x1024.jpeg 576w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/public\/stjosephsprimary\/uploads\/sites\/8813\/2026\/05\/23194754\/1-169x300.jpeg 169w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/public\/stjosephsprimary\/uploads\/sites\/8813\/2026\/05\/23194754\/1.jpeg 709w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"6231\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/public\/stjosephsprimary\/uploads\/sites\/8813\/2026\/05\/23194754\/2-576x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/public\/stjosephsprimary\/uploads\/sites\/8813\/2026\/05\/23194754\/2-576x1024.jpeg 576w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/public\/stjosephsprimary\/uploads\/sites\/8813\/2026\/05\/23194754\/2-169x300.jpeg 169w, https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/public\/stjosephsprimary\/uploads\/sites\/8813\/2026\/05\/23194754\/2.jpeg 709w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On Friday 22nd May, several of our talented St Joseph\u2019s pupils took to the stage as part of the Millennium Youth Guild of Players production, Murder on the Disorientated Express &#8211; and what a fantastic evening it was! \ud83c\udf1f The performance took place at the Stranraer Millennium Centre and was packed full of mystery, suspense, comedy and brilliant acting. 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