Performing Arts and Music
Our Performing Arts Staff
Mrs K Massey - Subject Leader
Mr J Pemberton
Why Performing Arts Matters
Music and Drama give pupils opportunities to express themselves creatively and build confidence through performance and collaboration. Students explore different musical styles and theatrical techniques while developing an appreciation of the arts. Through composing, performing and creating theatre, pupils learn to communicate ideas, work together and respond creatively to challenges. These subjects help students develop confidence, imagination and an appreciation of culture, while encouraging them to share their work with others.
What skills do pupils learn?
- Performance skills – singing, playing instruments and acting in front of an audience
- Creativity and composition – creating music and developing original dramatic performances
- Collaboration and teamwork – working together to rehearse, perform and improve work
- Communication and confidence – expressing ideas clearly through performance and discussion
- Evaluation and reflection – analysing their own work and giving constructive feedback to others
How can parents help?
- Encouraging pupils to practise instruments, singing or performance skills at home
- Watching performances, theatre productions or musical events together
- Talking with pupils about what they have created or performed in lessons
- Encouraging confidence and creativity in expressing ideas
Key Stage 3 (Years 7 - 9)
Drama
Stage Combat
Shakepeare
Devising a genre: Murder Mystery
Performing to a heme: War and Conflict
Forum Theatre
Treasure Island
Devising a genre: Horror
Exploring Scripts: FACE
Devising a style: Verbatim Theatre
Music
Music Theory
Performing Using Voice
Keyboard Skills
Stand By Me Ensemble Performance
Samba
Folk Music
Blues
Gamelan - Theory and Performance
Pop Music: Banks Skills
Key Stage 4 (Years 10 and 11)
Drama
Skills and style exploration
The Crucible
Devising
Performance from a Text
Live Theatre Review
Music
Performance
Composition
Listening and Appraising
Musical Styles and Genres
Music Technology
Music Theory and Keywords
Group Composition and Performance
Live Music Study
Key Stage 5 (Years 12 and 13)
We offer an A Level in Music for student who wish to carry on their study after GCSE's