Priestlands School

Head of Department: Mrs J Strath

Drama is thriving at Priestlands and there are numerous opportunities to be involved either on stage or behind the scenes. Over the academic year we stage around four productions, ranging from small studio GCSE pieces to full stage shows and musicals. The School has become well known for the high standard of its productions, our involvement in the Shakespeare Schools Festival has been nationally recognised, affording us opportunities to perform at the Middle Temple in London and for the Marchioness of Queensbury at her home in Wiltshire.  We also have an active Youth Theatre, ‘Trapdoor’ running on a Wednesday evening for 7 – 19 year olds in three age classes.

Facilities

Our purpose built Performing Arts Centre (PAC) with its sophisticated sound and lighting system can seat up to 120 people in tiered seating during our productions and events. During the normal working day we have two working drama studios for our weekly lessons as well as a recording studio, two music teaching rooms, and four music practice rooms.

Curriculum

Drama forms part of the curriculum for all Year 7 and 8 pupils and is an option at Year 9 and 10. Drama GCSE is a popular option as the syllabus offers a good balance of challenging practical and text based work. For those not choosing to study drama for public examination, this vibrant area of school life affords numerous opportunities for all students to perform, design and direct in the many productions that take place during the school year. Extra-curricular activities offered by the drama department include; scenery design, theatrical productions, sound, stage management and stage lighting.

Trips & Events

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