Drama News

Yesterday was a spectacular day for the School at our annual House Drama Day. The work constructed, rehearsed and presented by students was most impressive and I applaud every student for their creativity and the manner in which they tackled the challenge.

This year the Houses were charged with the task of navigating the narrative of a fictitious female character; but placing her in a new “world” and telling her story with a particular genre of style. For example, placing Elizabeth Bennet in an underwater city using the form of the Musical.

The event was adjudicated by actors Tara Morice, Andrew McFarlane and by Drama student Bonnie Harrington from the class of 2020. They commented on the super choices and invention delivered by the girls in their obvious enjoyment of the storytelling they indulged in.

Congratulations to Christian House who won the competition with their exploration of the character of “Debbie Ocean” (from the Ocean’s 8 film) told in the style of a true-crime documentary. Barton came second placing Snow White in a jungle setting told through the lens of reality TV. Third place went to Badham, delivering a Whodunit mystery with Regina George (from Mean Girls).

Thank you to everyone who made the day such a success. A special mention to Ms Goodfellow whose attention to detail and technical support of the girls adds to the terrific aesthetic of the day.

Bravo!

Peter Eyers
Head of Drama