With a wonderful, historic theatre right in the heart of our school grounds, it is no surprise that we offer outstanding performing arts opportunities for all our pupils at Tettenhall College.
Performance opportunities – The Towers Theatre plays host to the annual spectacular full-scale musical productions and plays which are a highlight of the school calendar. We encourage our pupils to pursue their dreams, with prestigious institutions such as RADA and the Royal Shakespeare Company amongst the destinations of some of our leavers.
Supporting behind the scenes – The productions are not only important for the people up on stage; sound, lighting and stage management are vital parts of the magic too, and many of our pupils have gone on to careers in these areas. Whether backstage, in the chorus or taking a leading role, our productions are a true team effort and epitomise the spirit of our school community. They provide memories which last long after the last round of applause has faded.
Advanced study of performance – For pupils who are keen to pursue Performing Arts at a senior level, perhaps with a view to continuing this as a career path, we offer a CTEC in Performing Arts. This is an outstanding chance to study drama, dance, music and performance with specialist tutors and a wealth of opportunities to rehearse, perform and grow.
Superb Art facilities – For those pupils who are keen artists, our wonderful art department offers an outstanding creative space for pupils to work and develop their skills in. For our older pupils, we have dedicated art studio spaces, where they can allow their work to evolve, develop and refine. We also have bright and large art classrooms, with specialist facilities for textiles, graphic design, ceramics and sculpture, including a full-size kiln.
A wealth of musical options – Our music department is a vibrant, exciting and welcoming place, where music of all genres is learned, practiced and performed. We have a range of instrumental ensemble opportunities, alongside the College orchestra. There are regular performance opportunities throughout the year, with both new performers and those who are more experienced and accomplished, warmly encouraged to take to the stage. We also have a number of options for those who love to sing, with our choirs and smaller vocal groups offering a diverse repertoire and chances to compete in music competitions.
Visiting specialists – Across drama, performance, art and music, we regularly welcome visiting specialists for a range of masterclasses and workshops. These are designed to inspire our pupils, allowing them to embark on new creative journeys and perhaps discover talents that they previously did not know that they have.
