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Drama
Perhaps the most familiar activity which one would usually associate with the word DRAMA is ‘acting’ in theatrical productions or on TV or Film. Indeed, many of our students enjoy the chance to perform in extra-curricular activities such as the School Production which takes place in February each year. Click here to see photos.
We pride ourselves in our skills based approach to Drama in which we teach pupils different ways to stage scenes and develop their performance skills such as voice projection, characterisation and movement. The subject, however, can develop knowledge and understanding in other ways. Through the use of Drama, our pupils learn to work as part of a team, to lead others or to come to a compromise, to think creatively, to present ideas and suggestions, to debate social issues, to build their confidence when speaking in front of others and to evaluate and develop their own work independently. Therefore it is an excellent subject to take for those considering any career.
We believe that every pupil, regardless of ability, can enjoy and reap the benefits of studying Drama.
Pupils at Hall Mead take Drama as a compulsory subject in Years 7, 8 and 9. They study a wide range of topics, some of which include, Fairytales, the Plague, Physical theatre, Shakespeare and Film trailers. We also offer a range of workshops and extra curricular activities for years 7-9. Click here to see our recent ‘Lion King’ workshop led by West End performer Tanya Nicole Edwards.
Drama is also offered at GCSE as an option subject during the 10th and 11th years where it is a very popular choice. Students study the Edexcel syllabus and cover topics as diverse as Commedia dell Arte and Pantomime to Naturalism and Abstract Drama. Students also learn about theatre practitioners such as Stanislavski and Brecht and use their methods in their own work. Each year, our GCSE pupils are given the opportunity to perform for an audience. This year, Parents were invited to two Pantomimes, Cinderella and Snow White. Click here to see some photos from the performances.
DRAMA NEWS – MAY/JUNE 2009
- The department will be taking those students who have opted to take GCSE Drama next year to the Globe Theatre in June. Year 9 students will have the chance to tour the Globe and take part in a workshop on Romeo and Juliet.
- Year 10 students recently watched a performance of ‘Too Much Punch for Judy’. Actors on the BETEC National Diploma course at Havering College toured the production. Our students were able to see the kind of work produced by those on Higher Level Performing Arts courses.
- Year 10 students will be taken to London to see ‘The 39 Steps’. The play is a spoof version of the 1960’s Alfred Hitchcock film. They will be writing a theatre review on the production.
- The Drama and Music Department are joining forces on the 30 th June for HALL MEAD’S GOT TALENT. Click here for details on how to enter.
HALL MEAD’S GOT TALENT
Are you a talented Musician, Singer or Dancer?
Do you have an unusual talent?
We need you for this year’s HALL MEAD’S GOT TALENT on Tuesday 30 th June at 7.30pm in the Great Hall.
To enter, get an application form from Miss Garred or Mr Whiteman. Auditions will be held the w/c 3 rd June.
You may rehearse your act in the Small Hall on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday Lunchtimes or in the Music Room on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday lunchtimes.
See Miss Garred or Mr Whiteman for more details .....
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