Drama

Every boy at Sunningdale gets the opportunity to perform. Being on stage in front of friends and family is so good for building confidence and boys relish the opportunity.

At Sunningdale the boys have weekly drama lessons where they are given the space to play, experiment, collaborate, make mistakes, and most importantly, have fun. Our ethos for drama has focused on getting the boys to explore and create ideas and consider their position within a character or story with agency and relatability. At Sunningdale, drama focuses on the boys’ ability to contribute to a collective narrative. Whether through a play, a character, or a game — published or improvised — the willingness to participate bravely and celebrate ideas with a “yes, let’s” attitude drives us. 

At Sunningdale every boy has an opportunity to perform. We have a whole school musical, and a student led production each year in addition to “in-house” class performances. We also have weekly LAMDA classes where our boys work towards a summer exam and a public speaking competition which takes the form of a poetry and prose declamation. 

We are extremely lucky to have a theatre on site, which is fitted with fantastic LX and SFX systems. Throughout the year the boys work in the theatre and have they have the chance to explore all the aspects of the theatre from directing through to set and prop design.

Boys who show particular interest and talent may be entered for scholarships for their senior schools but all the boys at Sunningdale are encouraged to get involved with drama to find their voice and ignite their creative spark.