Drama

Why study at HSPA?

_{As the states only fully selective performing arts school, HSPA offers students the opportunity to be around like-minded students who are supportive, creative and collaborative. Curriculum is delievered in an experiential way that allows students to embody their learning. Having the opportunity to participate in Drama classes from Year 7. Along with this, the number of Drama electives on offer is an unparrallelled benefit to our students.}

_{The co-curricular opportunities are also something that not mirrored at any other school. Students have periods dedicated to extending skills and passion in their artform. They also are a part of multiple performances each year.}

_{Drama students at HSPA attend classes in our high-tech, state of the art and high tech Drama Studios that can also be turned into performances spaces. We also have classes in the Green Room of our 350 seat proscenium arch Hunter Theatre. Using these professional spaces allows students to thrive with creativity.}

Opportunities in Drama at HSPA

• REACH - A period a week with industry professionals
• Semester Showcase- Each semester all Drama students perform in the state of the art Hunter Theatre
• Junior Production
  
• Senior Production
• Whole school musical
• Starstruck
• Junior Theatre Festival - Musical Theatre competition
• Sharp Short Festival- Playwrighting and performing competition
• Sport for Jove Shakespeare Festival
• Theatresports competition
• Industry professional workshops
• Interstate/International Drama excursions
• Year 6-10 Drama Camp
• Year 12 Drama Camp
• Attendance at live theatre events
• State Drama Camp
• Drama Mentoring Program
• Young Wharfies
• HSC Study Day
• Termly Year Assemblies 

Faculty Goals

• Create opportunities to extend creativity through collaboration, communication and critical reflection. 
• Provide co-curricular programs that enhances learning experiences.
• Build industry and community connections that continue post school.
• Offer a variety of Drama choices led by experienced staff.

Subjects

Stage 4

Y7 Drama Performing Arts 

Y8 Drama Performing Arts 

Y8 Project Based Learning: Musical Theatre, Improvisation, Acting for Screen

Stage 5

Y9 Drama Performing Arts 

Y9 Project Based Learning: Musical Theatre, Screen Acting, Directing & Scriptwriting

Y10 Drama Performing Arts 

Y10 Project Based Learning: Musical Theatre, Screen Acting, Directing & Scriptwriting

Stage 6

Preliminary Drama

HSC Drama

Staff Members & Email Links

The HSPA Drama staff bring an array of experience both as teachers and industry professionals. Staff have an extensive experience in the Drama HSC as well as talents in directing, producing and scriptwriting shows.

Tahnae Luke ^{_{HEAD TEACHER - rel}}

Rosalia Kennedy

Andrew O'Callaghan

Katie Tennyson