Performing Arts
Stonar has a comprehensive programme of performance opportunities throughout the year.
MUSIC
Our busy Music department encourages pupils to develop an appreciation of and confidence in all musical genres. The wide-ranging programme of musical activities, in school and beyond, enables everyone to participate whether this is as part of the Chamber Choir, rock concerts or musical theatre performances. Specialist music teachers provide instrumental and vocal tuition and there will be plenty of opportunities to take music exams and compete in festivals.
Individual music and voice lessons: A team of visiting peripatetic musicians give instrumental tuition in voice, piano, woodwind, brass, strings, and drums, with pupils able to work towards exams if desired or playing for pleasure.
DRAMA
Drama at Stonar is inspirational and ambitious. Many pupils will take part in productions and public events, performing to a variety of audiences. Drama is taught in a way that develops pupils' confidence to perform and their creativity to entertain, move and challenge audiences.
A Senior School production takes place every year and all pupils have the opportunity to get involved, whether acting or on the technical side. Pupils can also participate in more informal drama opportunities, through showcase events and our inter-house drama competition.
A specialist Drama teacher will coach those who are keen to take LAMDA Speech and Drama qualifications.
Qualifications
Years 7 and 8 have Drama and Music lessons as part of the core curriculum and this provides an engaging and fun introduction to both areas. From Year 9 pupils are able to select four of the six creative and practical subjects and will then study these subjects more frequently and at greater depth before making their GCSE choices. Pupils are able to study Drama and Theatre and Music at both GCSE and A Level, in addition to working towards music exams and LAMDA qualifications.
Scholarships
Scholarships in Drama and Music are awarded for entry into Years 7, 9 and the Sixth Form, based on assessment during a practical performance, as well as submission of a portfolio of achievements and interviews with the Head of Department and Headmaster.
Candidates will be assessed on their achievement to date as well as their potential for the future.
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