+256 792 110425+256 788 7029560793 193 6600793 193 658admin@stgeraldsacademy.ac.ug
St. Gerald’s Academy crestSt. Gerald’s AcademyMatugga

8 August 2026 · Event recap

One stage. A whole school of talent.

For one unforgettable day, the St. Gerald’s stage came alive with song, dance, drama, colour and confident young voices. Families and friends filled the school grounds as learners of every age shared the work they had prepared with care.

Start the recap Watch the guest address
Date
Programme began
9:00 AM
Venue
St. Gerald’s Academy Matugga school grounds
Learners in bright green tops and striped traditional skirts dancing together on the Music Gala stage
Culture in motion
Guest of Honour Mr. Mwesige Paul speaking into a microphone on the Music Gala stage
Guest of Honour, Mr. Mwesige Paul
Young learners in blue-and-orange costumes performing with colourful child-sized chairs
Little stars, big stage
Primary pupils in school uniform singing and performing coordinated hand movements
Voices and movement in step
Learners presenting inventive costumes made with leaves, paper and reused materials
Creativity took the runway
Families and guests seated beneath decorated white tents at the school Music Gala
A school community ready to cheer

What happened on the day

From the first cue to the final formation

From the smallest performers stepping into the spotlight to traditional dance, expressive group pieces, imaginative drama and an upcycled-costume showcase, every act brought its own character. Revisit the photographs and films below, including the full address from our Guest of Honour, Mr. Mwesige Paul.

“Children learn what they live”Music Gala 2026 theme
  • Early-years music and movement
  • Traditional and contemporary dance
  • Choir, drama and storytelling
  • Creative upcycled-costume showcase
  • Guest of Honour address

Frame by frame

Hover for the story behind each image, or open any photograph for the full view.

Watch the performances

Press play. The stage is yours again.

A curated programme of movement, music, theatre, and community moments from the day.

Cultural Dance · 3:09

Red-Costumed Cultural Dance

Learners in red skirts and red-and-patterned costumes perform a coordinated cultural dance across the main stage.

Early Years · 4:54

Little Stars and Colourful Chairs

The youngest performers bring bright blue-and-orange costumes, playful movement and child-sized chairs into one joyful stage number.

Creative Performance · 4:34

Earth Tones in Motion

Learners in green and earth-toned costumes take turns at the centre of an energetic ensemble performance.

The frame adjusts automatically when the camera turns.

Drama · 6:15

Stories Brought to Life

A large cast in contemporary clothing uses movement and character to unfold a lively piece of stage storytelling.

The frame adjusts automatically when the camera turns.

Creative Performance · 2:10

Green-and-White Ensemble

White-gloved performers, including learners in white headscarves and patterned shirts, shape a precise seated and kneeling routine.

The frame adjusts automatically when the camera turns.

Cultural Dance · 1:35

Rhythms of Heritage

A traditional dance group in yellow tops, striped wrap skirts and green patterned accents fills the stage with rhythm and colour.

The frame adjusts automatically when the camera turns.

Community · 1:41

The School Community in Chorus

Staff and older members of the school community come together in coordinated white, pale-blue and dark attire for a shared stage moment.
Guest of Honour Mr. Mwesige Paul speaking on the Music Gala stage

Guest of Honour

A message worth hearing in full.

Mr. Mwesige Paul

Watch the complete 15:03 address delivered to learners, families, staff, and guests at the Music Gala.

The frame adjusts automatically when the camera turns.

One school · many voices · a day to remember

Keep the memory moving.

Back to school news Explore the main school gallery
Chat with us