Drama

Drama at Northmead CAPA High School is designed to inspire creativity, build confidence, and develop effective communication skills. Students explore various dramatic forms, including scripted plays, improvisation, and devised theatre, allowing them to experience a broad spectrum of theatrical styles and genres. The curriculum fosters critical thinking and empathy as students analyse texts, develop characters, and interpret themes. Practical workshops, rehearsals, and performances provide students with hands-on experience in acting, directing, and stagecraft. Drama encourages collaboration and problem-solving, equipping students with versatile skills that extend beyond the stage. Through engagement with both classic and contemporary works, students gain a deeper understanding of human experience and cultural diversity.

Drama Auditions

Round 1 Video Audition

All applicants are required to submit an online individual audition.

Only students who are successful in Round 1 will be invited to attend the Round 2 Group Workshop.

Within their video, student must

Introduce yourself (name and current school)
Briefly outline any drama experience (school productions, workshops, classes, etc.)
Mention additional performance skills (dance, singing, script writing, circus, etc.)
Share why you are interested in Drama at our school
Perform one memorised monologue selected from the suggested monologues on the school website

Presentation Requirements

Wear plain theatre blacks (black t-shirt and black tights/pants)
Hair tied back and off the face
Film in landscape orientation
Ensure clear audio and lighting
No editing or special effects

Students will be assessed on:

Vocal clarity, projection and diction
Timing and delivery
Use of movement and gesture
Eye contact and stage presence
Characterisation (focus and conviction)
Ability to engage an audience

Successful candidates will be invited to attend Round 2.

Round 2 Live Group Workshop

During the round 2 live group workshop, students can expect to:

Perform from a given script
Collaborate with other students in a playbuilding activity
Demonstrate improvisation skills
Engage in movement activities and show characterisation skills
Demonstrate vocal skills such as projection and articulation
Following the workshop, students should take the opportunity to ask questions about the courses, school and performance opportunities

Audition Monologues

CAPA Drama Audition Booklet