In our 5th and 6th grade drama class, students are given the opportunity to channel their creativity and energy through theatre. Students learn the importance of presence, focus, diction, projection, observation, and timing through drama exercises and improvisation games. In the Christmas season, the 5th and 6th grade class presents a Christmas play for the school.
The Middle School drama class builds on the creative framework started in the Lower School class, and incorporates memorization and character building into the program. Some of the projects our 8th grade students will work on include dramatic monologues and recitations, as well as some short scenes performed in groups. The 8th grade class also presents a play in April, as well as performing for their classmates during lunch periods throughout the year.
We also offer a year-round improv club for middle and upper school students.
The High School drama program includes a broader range of theatre disciplines, including writing, directing, and performing original short scenes, preparing a formal audition, and some opportunities for stage management. Students are also challenged to dig deeper into their characters and to practice representational acting rather than presentational acting, following Paul’s charge in 1 Corinthians 11:1: “Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.” Grades 9th through 12th perform several short scenes, monologues, and other projects throughout the year, and present a full-length play in February.
We also offer a year-round improv club for middle and upper school students.
