WOODBRIDGE SCHOOL

There is no greater expression of these attributes and skills than the performances students take part in, performed in the School’s own state of the art Seckford Theatre; an exceptional space for them to realise their creative vision, expression –and to have fun!

The School’s recent sixth form production of Romeo and Juliet was a feast for the eyes and the senses, as sell-out audiences were treated to an intense and captivating performance of one of Shakespeare’s most famous plays. Right from the start the hard work of the rehearsals and training with a Fight Director were clear to see as the classic Capulet vs Montague feud came to life with a teaser of the violence that was to follow. Romeo and Juliet were instantly beguiled by each other during a contemporary dance scene under neon lights; this continued in silence, serving to intensify the focus on their instantaneous love. An intense, wonderful adaptation of the play was received well by the sell-out audiences.

The entire cast, production and technical team comprised Sixth Form students, including those that board at the School which is set in the beautiful town of Woodbridge in Suffolk. Boarders are an integral part of the School community, enjoying a full range of academic as well as co-curricular activities on offer to all students.

Talking about performing in the play, one of our boarders commented, “Rehearsals were great fun, and we had the opportunity to learn fight and dance choreography which was amazing. When it came to the first night, I was nervous since I hadn’t performed in this way before, but thanks to the teachers, my friends in School and really the whole cast I overcame that uneasiness. It felt really exciting knowing how many people had come to see the show, I loved performing!”