Drama

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Introducing Mahika Swamy!

We are delighted to spotlight an exceptional student making remarkable contributions to the 2025 Co-curricular Drama program – Mahika Swamy. A dedicated Year 11 student, Mahika plays a vital role in the Drama community, participating in Year 11/12 Eisteddfod Drama and serving as both the Drama Festival Skills and Teams Captain and Theatre Captain for 2025.

Mahika’s passion for Drama began in Year 5, and she has since honed her skills through both co-curricular and curricular Drama. Over the years, she has been an integral part of numerous competition teams and productions at Pymble, consistently demonstrating talent, leadership, and enthusiasm.

A passionate performer and leader, Mahika is eager to share her love for the arts and inspire others throughout the school community.

What is your role as Drama Festival Skills and Teams Captain and Theatre Captain?

As Festival Captain, my role involves arranging and promoting co-curricular Drama events, including the end-of-year showcase, CentreStage. Alongside the other co-curricular Drama captains, I help organise and promote Drama events. This includes distributing marketing posters on campus, promoting events at assemblies and to various student groups, and taking part in performances myself. As the year progresses, I will continue to organise opportunities for all students and help coordinate promotions such as the “Have-a-Go Expo,” curriculum showcases, and other Drama-related occasions.

What classes do you participate in for Co-Curricular Drama?

I have participated in many co-curricular classes, including Theatresports and Eisteddfod teams throughout my time at Pymble. I have also been part of the Festival Teams since Year 6 and have involved myself in the yearly Drama productions at school, including Peter Pan, Hating Alison Ashley, Girl Asleep, and the current Year 10 to 12 production, You’re Too Good to Be Shrew.

What do you love most about Drama?

I love how inclusive the Drama community is! Everyone is so welcoming and supportive. I also enjoy the ability to express myself through different characters, styles, and techniques. Drama gives me the freedom to experiment creatively while being surrounded by people who share the same passion.

What is the best thing you have learned in your classes?

One of the best things I’ve learned is how to take creative risks and adapt to different performance styles. Drama has taught me to step out of my comfort zone, trust my instincts, and collaborate effectively with others. And, of course, accepting offers and saying “yes” to everything!

As the term progresses, Mahika and her eisteddfod Drama classmates are hard at work preparing for the upcoming eisteddfod competitions in Term 2, alongside many of our talented co-curricular Drama students. We look forward to seeing all she will achieve in 2025!

Rebecca York

Co-curricular Drama Co-ordinator