Performing Arts Scholarships are awarded to talented performers who are willing to take full advantage of all opportunities to participate in the performing arts at School. It is desirable, but not essential, for candidates to have studied GCSE Dance or Drama. All Sixth Form Performing Arts Scholars will be expected to take A-level Drama & Theatre.
In order to apply, please submit the following to the Director of Drama & Dance:
- A report or reference from a Drama/Performing Arts or Dance teacher, including any relevant performance, experience and/or successes.
- Approximately a two to three minute filmed audition; this must be a musical theatre piece.
All videos, photos and documents should be uploaded to the Secure Transfer File, provided by the Admissions team, with the file name as your daughter’s full name and a short descriptive title (e.g. JANE SMITH, Dance Performance). You must not upload images of other children.
Assessment and Audition for Shortlisted Candidates
All applicants sit a 45-minute written paper, referencing and analysing a live performance event (e.g. a piece of theatre or musical theatre performance). The question assumes you have seen a number of productions over the last two years. You may have two A4 sides of notes about the live production that you wish to write about.
Candidates should prepare two musical theatre pieces (that include both dialogue and song). Each musical theatre piece must be between two and three minutes in length.
We will also ask you to demonstrate your proven commitment to the performing arts and your broader interest in the subject in a short interview with the Director of Drama and Dance.
Students must choose to take Drama and Theatre or Dance A-level to be considered for a Performing Arts Scholarship and retain the Scholarship throughout Sixth Form.
