Sixth Form Ball 2022
The Kilgraston Sixth Form Ball, without question has always been a highly anticipated and central event in the school calendar for not only the girls in Lower and Upper Sixth but for the Kilgraston staff as well.
The 2022 Ball followed a Parisian theme, titled as ‘A Midnight in Paris’ with a spectrum of elegant ball gowns on display. Whilst Central Hall was decorated with hanging gold stars from the balcony and shimmering fairy lights, the Theatre was renovated into an illuminating French atmosphere incorporating wine bottles with candle wax, Pot Pourri and more, with each table named after an iconic Parisian place: Le Louvre, La tour Eiffel, Le Moulin Rouge etc. Around the ambience were not only self-constructed lampposts but also a hand-crafted 3D Eiffel Tower with inside lighting, replicating the famous landmark at night time. In his first year at Kilgraston, Head of Art Mr Lapeyre, with his ‘can do attitude’ sprung to the opportunity of expanding the Upper Sixth’s creative side and artistic potential. Many girls volunteered to stay late on a weekly basis in the days leading up to the Ball to finish constructing the props and items we had envisioned months ago.
The dining experience first began with Grace and a touching reflection from Deputy Head Girls India and Yolanda prior to the main course of ‘Roast Chicken Supreme’ with cured French bacon being served. Next up was the delicious dessert, ‘Chocolate and Armagnac mousse’ prepared by Dougie and the Inspire Catering Team.
After the meal came the comedic and light-hearted ‘Vote of Thanks’ speech by Head Girl Maria who used the occasion to thank those around her and elevate spirits for the dancing that followed. For the last share of the evening, all guests adjourned to the grange for a period of dancing and entertainment with music by the incredible band Soul Inferno and mood lighting by Mr Pryke.
The success of the evening and transformation of turning Perthshire into ‘A Midnight in Paris’ was undoubtedly down to the work and commitment of several individuals, who all radiated enthusiasm and dedication to the Ball. Mrs McCormick and Mrs McFadden, as always, were fundamental in helping the night operate like clockwork with their wide expertise and guidance; it is fair to say they know a thing or two about Ball planning!
Collectively, it was the Upper Sixth, and in particular the Ball Committee and Head Girl Team whose hard work was on show during the event. It was a lovely moment for the 2022 Upper Sixth to unite together, admire their efforts and moreover grow in excitement for the Leavers trip to Paris this June.
A hugely successful and superb ‘nuit’ had by all, merci!
Maria E, Head Girl