Drama Groups
SCHOOL PRODUCTION
Shirley Boys’ High School experience has been enriched by numerous Productions, Musicals Performances throughout its history. Every two years (often in conjunction with Avonside Girls’ High School) students from all areas of the school audition to become part of this long tradition of performance magic. Don’t worry if you cannot sing or act, there is still a place for other enthusiastic members of the production team. Become a backstage helper – set, costume, stage management and other technical areas are always needed. The School’s Production creates friendship and memories that last forever. All students are welcome to audition in Term 2.
- Teacher in charge – Mr K Hudson
- Terms – Term 2 and 3
- Rehearsal Times – As required
- Where – Room S7
SHEILAH WINN SHAKESPEARE
Have you a desire to perform some truly challenging theatre? Are you interested in the stories of Romeo and Juliet or Hamlet? The Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival is a nationwide event in which high school students perform five to fifteen minute scenes from Shakespeare’s plays, set in any time, place, dress – though definitely in Shakespeare’s words.
The Canterbury Regional Festival takes place at the end of Term 1, and is the culmination of many hours of work from student director and their enthusiastic cast. The Festival scope is wide as students act, direct, serve as crew, compose music, create costumes and posters for their performances.
- Teacher in charge – Mr K Hudson
- Terms – Term 1
- Competition – Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival
- Rehearsal Times – TBA
- Where – Room S7