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‘We are genuine individuals who strive to provide the best theatrical training, who understand how vital it is that Arts should be accessible and enjoyable for all - no matter where you live or what background. Everyone can do it- Strive for Sucess’.
 

Curriculum Information

The Class Curriculum is outlined as follows:

Each week, the class will begin with a gentle warm up, followed by an hour of dance- usually a popular song, in this everyone will be divided into specific groups.

For the second hour, we will focus more on modern stage with the opportunity to focus on musicals with singing and acting through dance. We welcome ideas and suggestions from all pupils: if there is a song or play you like, then tell us. If you like to write your own pieces, then tell us.

  • Drama: Students focus on improvisation techniques, drama workshops and script learning. Drama is always on the curriculum.

  • In this, all pupils will focus on a variety of techniques and learn how to improvise. The pupils will become different characters and develop their skills through becoming different personas. There is also much scope for working on scripted work. Pupils regularly work on learning lines and specific monologues.

  • Dance:Students are specially trained in a variety of genres, ranging from: jazz, tap, modern stage, rock ‘n’ roll, disco and commercial jazz.

  • In dance, all pupils are trained to the highest standards. Pupils learn about many different dance styles and also learn about the origins of dance.

  • Singing: Students learn how to use their voice productively. They will learn new songs on a weekly basis, and are asked to research the composer and musical etc.

  • In singing, all pupils are again professionally coached on how to use the voice and on how to breath. A wide range of songs are studied; with a central emphasis on the world of Musical Theatre

Homework is normally issued. This is to make all pupils feel like they are experts in their chosen subject and to be independent. Examples of homework are:

  • Bring a prop
  • To draw a picture
  • To make costume
  • To create character profiles
  • Research certain areas depending on                          

 ‘STRIVE FOR SUCCESS’