In our Performing Arts Drama Learning Area our students are provided with multiple opportunities to work individually, in groups and to plan, practice and hone their performances. Wherever possible we develop authentic opportunities and audiences for performances. This may include whole college production; Youth on Health Festival or a showcase event. Students in Years 10-12 have the opportunity to attend a professional theatre performance. Drama builds confidence, public speaking capacity, personal and social capabilities and critical and creative thinking.

In Year 7-8 our students undertake a ten-week taster course that introduces the skills of voice, movement, non-verbal communication and character development through mime and improvisation. In Year 8 performances are developed through the study of Melodrama.

In Year 9 students undertake a semester-long elective course that develops vocal, movement and stage skills. Students then explore the history of theatre in both practical and theoretical contexts.

 In Year 10 the semester explores the role of the actor. Students further enhance vocal, movement and stage skills. They focus on scripted theatre by performing a script from a chosen text and then work through the play building process to develop an original drama production.