‘The Best Work, In My Experience, Is
Always Done Where
There Is Genuine Company Spirit.’
Dame
Judi Dench
~Courses~
JUNIORS
All the upper limits of age range stated
below are fluid. Each child develops at
a different rate and some are ready for more mature work earlier than
others. The college recognises this and
reserves the right to place students where they will receive the most
benefit. There is a limit of 15
students per class.
Junior Carousel
The Junior Carousel is a three hour
session for 5 – 13 year olds comprising of music, dance and drama. The classes are split by age and ability.
Music
In the music class the pupils are made
aware of rhythm, notation, instruments, sight singing, music history and as
they grow, vocal technique. They are
introduced to a variety of musical genres to show there is life beyond pop!
Dance
Dance classes involve basic ballet
technique up to an experienced level in order to build muscles and stamina, tap
and modern. IDTA examinations are
available for those students wishing to take them. Those students wishing to major in dance are encouraged to take
private lessons.
Drama
The drama classes involve improvisation,
script work, mime, historical movement, stage awareness and stage
technique. Students are also introduced
to the work of the technical departments in theatre. All classes are tailored to the age and experience of the pupils.
Each year the students are assessed and
written assessments are sent to parents.
Class Times
Saturday
Tuesday
The choice of the Saturday or Tuesday
class depends on availability of places.
SENIORS
Musical Theatre
The Musical Theatre course is a four
hour class for 13 – 20 year olds wishing to specialise in the skills of musical
theatre. As with the Junior Carousel,
the students are divided into three groups split by age and ability. There is a limit of 15 in each class. Those wishing to specialise in one
discipline are advised to take up private lessons. This is particularly important for dancers or singers.
Music
In the music class students study
theory, vocal technique, harmony, sight-singing, history of musicals and vocal
presentation, repertoire and microphone technique. There is facility for those who wish to take The Associated Board
of Music theory examinations and or study an instrument with our Head of Music
or one of the peripatetic tutors who visit the college.
Dance
Students study ballet technique, tap,
modern and jazz. Those wishing to may
audition for the professional dance troop, TeamRoar. The students are also encouraged to take IDTA dance examinations.
Drama
Students study improvisation, script
work, character work, mime, voice production, an introduction to television and
film technique, audition technique, theatrical styles and practitioners. They are also given the opportunity to
experiment with the technical side of theatre e.g. lighting and sound. Those students particularly gifted
dramatically will be invited to audition for The Oscars Theatre Company.
The course also includes audition days
and assessment interviews.
From the age of 15 students may begin to
work towards the Oscars College of Performance Arts Diploma, which will be
awarded on the successful completion of a further three years study and final
presentation.
Class Times
Saturday Afternoon
From
time to time the Musical Theatre undertakes a major production. Please note that at such times there will be
extra rehearsals which may be on Sundays or during holiday times. All students involved in a production would
be expected to attend.
Oscars Theatre Company (Performance Arts Class)
The Performance Arts Class of Oscars
College works as a professional theatrical company ‘Oscars Theatre
Company’. Years ago, actors gained
experience and knowledge by working in repertory companies, where they started
as Assistant Stage Managers and worked there through the varying jobs of a
small company. The performance arts
class works in a similar manner.
Students gain knowledge of styles and practitioners, devising, stage
technique and awareness, character development, period movement and manners all
through production. The company is now
renowned for its professionalism and high standard of work. In August 2004 it gained a 5 star review at
the prestigious Edinburgh Festival and in 2005 it performed to great acclaim on
Broadway, New York. In May 2006 the
company is to have an audience with the playwright, Sir Alan Ayckbourn. From the age of 15 students may work towards
Oscars College of Performance Arts Diploma which will be awarded on the
successful completion of a further three years study and final presentation.
Class Times
Thursdays
Please note that when in production, students will be expected to be available
for rehearsal on Sundays and during holidays.
EXTRAS
The Oscars Singers
The Singers are a senior choral group
which train to professional standard.
They represent Oscars at charity functions and professional
engagements. They have already
performed with professional artists on national television.
Rehearsal
Times
The Vocalees
The Vocalees are a junior choir which
performs in its own right and also feeds The Oscars Singers. They have an outreach to the local community
and a special link with our local church where we hold The Oscars Annual Carol
Concert, which is always a great favourite with parents and the public.
Rehearsal
Times
TeamRoar
TeamRoar is Oscars own professional
dance company. They work to an
extremely high standard and are in great demand with local and national
charities and have strong links with national dance companies. They have their own exciting modern style
but their training is classically based, so they encompass many different forms
of dance.
Rehearsal
Times
Wednesday
When in production students must be prepared for extra rehearsals which
may be at weekends or during holiday periods.
Entrance
to all the extra curricula activities is by audition
We ask no extra fees for these activities, just commitment and lots of
hard work!
Private
Lessons
Private lessons are available in the
following. Fees available on request.
- Singing
- Piano
- Theory
- Guitar
- Percussion
- Dance
- Drama
Competitions
and Awards
Occasionally the college holds internal
choreography and directors competitions.
A number of our students have shown an interest in this area of theatre
and we wish to encourage its development.
Also, every year, the college hosts its own Awards
Ceremony, at one of