Recent Dramatic Arts Events

Trip to Tarragon Theatre

On November 1, Grade 12 Drama students attended a clown workshop with Justin Miller and enjoyed a performance of Goblin Macbeth at Tarragon Theatre. The workshop focused on using physical expression to enhance storytelling to push the boundaries of dramatic performance. The unique twist on Shakespeare’s Macbeth had everyone laughing throughout the entire show.

Film in a Day Workshop

On October 24, Grade 12 Drama students participated in an engaging “Film in a Day” workshop. They learned how to write, direct, and produce short films. The workshop covered skills such as using various camera angles, set etiquette, the role of the slate, and the functions of camera operators, sound operators, assistant directors, and directors. Everyone had a great time and enjoyed making their film titled “Yes, And?”.

Students Visit Canadian Stage for the Performance of 1939

Grade 10 Drama students were privileged to watch 1939 at Canadian Stage, co-written by Kaitlyn Riordan and Jani Lauzon on October 19. The play is set in a fictional Ontario residential school in 1939 and follows a group of Indigenous students tasked with performing Shakespeare’s As You Like It. Inspired by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, the play offers a powerful narrative about identity, resilience, and reclaiming culture, inviting deep reflection and learning.