In addition to Devised Drama and Performed Extracts at AS and A2, 24 House productions are staged every year with boys responsible for the creating, shaping and developing of ideas, exploring diverse genre and dramatic form. The standard of work is exceptional; boys are assiduous in their endeavours and there is healthy rivalry for cups and prizes. ‘I was most struck by the vibrancy and shared endeavour that the active and progressive theatre community at Dulwich College contributes to the life, education and socialisation of these young minds.’ Tess Dignan, Guest Voice Coach RSC & Head of Voice, Rose Bruford College Every year, dozens of boys are involved in School Productions, in the Edward Alleyn Theatre, promenade or site specific within the wider College campus, or at JAGS. Rising to the challenge of intensive and rigorous performance schedules can be gruelling, but ultimately incredibly rewarding and unforgettable. Drama is inclusive and we aim to imbue all of our pupils with an appreciation of theatre both as practitioners and audience. Whether it be taking the initiative to tailor a play to be performed to the very youngest pupils at DUCKS for World Book Day, write and perform a Founder’s Day play, take LAMDA classes [taught by visiting professionals and involving more than 250 boys] or take advantage of the wider connections the department enjoys, notably with The Globe Theatre, the Rose Theatre & with Young Pleasance at the Edinburgh and London Fringe, boys are encouraged to be ambitious and raise their horizons beyond the classroom. ‘I got a part in the school play. It was the most thrilling thing I’d ever done... I became involved in the Drama Department. Being part of that community gave me this tremendous feeling of self-worth, which is probably the most important emotion that you can have.’ Chiwetel Ejiofor, OA and BAFTA winner & Oscar nominee – Daily Telegraph
The Upper School 2013 production of Amadeus .
Middle School House Drama in January 2014 with winners Howard performing an extract from David Hare’s Pravda .
The 2012 Senior production of Guys & Dolls . © Nobby Clark
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