Drama

D R A M A

A Series of Public Apologies

In March 2022, Year 9-11 students took part in a production, 'A Series of Public Apologies' at the South Street Arts Centre. We have had tremendous feedback from this performance which ran over two evenings. It was thrilling to see a high energy live performance of Years 9-11 showcasing their drama skills, teamwork across year groups and exceptional creative talent. Thank you to Mr B Sandiford (Head of Drama) for superbly supporting the students and providing this exceptional opportunity. We are grateful to the Reading School Parents' Association for sponsoring this opportunity.

Reading Students achieve outstanding LAMDA results

LAMDA runs fun, creative drama workshops focusing on confidence, self-esteem and social interaction. The sessions also work towards performance projects such as short films, musical theatre, improvisation, voice acting, mask work, mime and so much more... LAMDA examinations classes in Public Speaking, Acting, Devised Theatre, Verse and Prose. Opportunities to audition for productions or projects locally. Students successfully sat their first LAMDA exams in the spring and did ever so well; 85% were awarded Distinctions and the remainder Merits! Exams are regulated by Ofqual meaning they have already obtained a grade equivalent to a GCSE. As students' progress in LAMDA, they can begin to acquire UCAS points to be used when applying for university, giving them a head start!

Top marks for Kanishk K (10C) in LAMDA exams

A LAMDA exam is the speech and drama equivalent of a music grade, which begins at basic levels and culminates at Grade 8 (Gold). Skills developed during public speaking include self-confidence, physical presence and a strong speaking voice. Kanishk K (10C) has recently been awarded a mark of 100% in his Grade 8 exams in communication, where participants were required to prepare three speeches lasting three minutes. One of Kanishk’s speeches titled, ‘Are global priorities bigger than climate change was highlighted and appreciated by the examiner, who shared, “Your passion as well as your compassion shine through clearly in your delivery."

“I believe this has been possible, not only because of the efforts of the pupil, but also the values instilled by the school. The focus is not only on the school curriculum but the overall development of the pupil. We can see that in the last four years, Kanishk has acquired new life skills through sports, volunteering and the school curriculum.”

Mr K (Father of Kanishk K (10C))

A Level Original piece, 'Unit H'

Reading School's Drama students performing their original A level piece 'Unit H', inspired by investigations of abuses in psychiatric hospitals during the 1950's.