Drama

Co-curricular Drama

Drama Term 3 – Week 1 
During the holiday break, Drama students from Years 7 to 12 took part in an enriching two-day drama camp, engaging in workshops led by some of the industry’s top professionals and renowned Theatre companies such as Belvoir, Sydney Theatre Company, ATYP, and Sport for Jove. 

Day one kicked off with Danielle Kim from Swoop Physical Theatre, who introduced students to physical theatre techniques, including partner work and basic acrobatics in a circus-inspired workshop. This was followed by a high-energy session with the Australian Theatre for Young People, focusing on voice, movement, and accent work. The day concluded with Patrick Kalvins from Belvoir Theatre Company, who guided students through monologue and script analysis, offering practical tools for text interpretation and performance. 

Day two began with Ryan Atkins from Impro Australia, who brought the room to life with improvisation and theatresports activities. Students then worked with Tegan Arazny from the Sydney Theatre Company, exploring devising and playbuilding strategies. The final workshop, led by George Banders and Max Ryan from Sport for Jove, was a rehearsal-style exploration of Shakespearean texts, helping students bring classical language to life on stage with performance opportunities to inspire each other. 

The two-day experience was an invaluable opportunity for students to deepen their performance skills, connect with professionals, and grow their confidence and creativity beyond the classroom. 

Sydney Eisteddfod Success 

Over the holidays, Year 8 student Annabelle Stack competed in the Sydney Eisteddfod’s Under 14 Monologue section, performing All The Rage against 18 other entrants. Her powerful and emotionally resonant performance earned her second place, a wonderful achievement! 

UPCOMING COMPETITIONS:

Upcoming Competitions 

Sydney Eisteddfod 
Date: Friday 9 August 
Time: 11.00am to 1.00pm and 5.30pm to 7.30pm 
Venue: Zenith Theatre, Chatswood 

Ryde Eisteddfod 
Date: Friday 30 August 
Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm and 2.15pm to 4.15pm 
Venue: West Ryde Community Hall, 3 to 5 Anthony Road, West Ryde