Drama
For the love of Performing
Students across all divisions take center stage in our exceptional drama program, where performance training focuses on both comedic and serious acting.
From acting to stagecraft, everyone can be a part of the program. In drama classes, the Viola Spolin method is used as a basis for theater training for comedy and straight drama. Students learn improvisation and present various scenes to classmates for discussion and critiques.
In Lower School, in addition to the annual 3 | 4 play, After School Players is a signature theater program, where plays are written specifically for the cast. In Middle School, students expand on fundamentals, refining their skills in band, orchestra, percussion ensemble, and chorus, and in Upper School, students participate in several productions while several choose to pursue courses in stage lighting, set design, advanced instrumental music, vocal music, and drama.
"Our drama program is more than just a stage; it's a transformative experience where students discover their voices, build confidence, and collaborate creatively. Here, we foster a deep love for the arts while empowering our students to shine both on and off the stage."
Sean Patterson
Middle & Upper School Drama Specialist
2024-2025 Upper School Productions
TWELFTH NIGHT
A musical adaptation of William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night
Conceived by Kwame Kwei-Armah and Shaina Taub
Music and Lyrics by Shaina Taub (two-time Tony Award winner for Broadway's SUFFS)
October 26-November 4, 2024
MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT
Lovingly ripped-off from the classic film Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Book and Lyrics by Eric Idle
Music by John Du Prez
March 29-April 7, 2025
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