Drama

Drama is a pupil-centred activity focusing on individual response and development. We seek to enhance personal skills by developing communicative ability, self-confidence, versatility and the ability to cope with unforeseen and challenging situations. Learning occurs through negotiation, co-operation, participation, presentation, interaction and evaluation.

S1 and S2 pupils are taught basic Drama skills including mime, movement, characterisation and voice through a wide range of teaching methods and devices, before moving on to more complex improvisation and role play situations. In S3, pupils may choose to progress to Standard Grade, and can continue their study of Drama in S5 and S6, with the availability of courses at Higher and Advanced Higher levels.

We regularly invite specialist practitioners to work with our pupils and seek to further enhance their learning experience through regular visits to the theatre, which are popular with a large number of pupils who enjoy these social occasions while expanding their knowledge of live theatre.

Our modern accommodation is fully equipped with up-to-date lighting, sound audio-visual and ICT equipment, maximising the opportunities for pupils to also develop theatre arts skills and a critical awareness of theatre through "hands on" experience.

Whether they have elected to study Drama at certificate level or not, pupils have the opportunity throughout each session to become involved in the various aspects of stage production, including acting, stage crew, make-up, sound and lighting, and front of house.