A day of learning and rehearsal led to an afternoon performance for students who have been learning to play their musical instrument as part of the MiSST activities in school.
We were delighted to welcome students from Furness Academy in Barrow to share in the event, led by conductor
The students learned three new pieces of music ahead of the afternoon concert, but just as importantly developed their skills of playing as part of an orchestra.
The students learned Carol Brittin Chambers’ Byzantine Dances, Dance the Night, and Oye Como Va by Tito Puente.
Teacher of Music Mr Dzida said, “Both students from our school and Furness Academy had a fantastic time and put in the most incredible amount of effort throughout the day. I am so proud of our kids and what they were able to demonstrate in the concert at the end of the day.
Dramatic extracts from some of the UK’s leading playwrights provided the subject for the first GCSE examinations to take place this summer.
The GCSE students had chosen and rehearsed their pieces, ready to perform in front of an external examiner, and a supportive audience. Amongst the plays featured were Teechers by John Godber, Dennis Potter’s Blue Remembered Hills and Be My Baby by Amanda Whittington.
Within the Drama course, students study three components, including analysing a set text, working in groups to create original pieces of theatre, and in this case performing two short extracts from a play. students are assessed on their ability to apply acting skills and to realise artistic intentions in live performance.
Practical skills were also examined with two students showing off their abilities in set design and costume design – all vital parts of the theatre experience.
Drama is one of several subjects where students develop transferable skills such as collaborating with others, thinking analytically and evaluating effectively.
