PERFORMING ARTS

Drama equips the boys with skills that enable success. Speaking confidently, working as a team, or communicating with a sense of conviction and compassion, drama is key to developing self-confidence.  

Pilgrims’ boys are given many opportunities to perform throughout the year, from public speaking and LAMDA competitions to workshops, readings and large-scale productions. Every boy can get involved, both on stage and behind the scenes, helping to develop confidence, creativity and teamwork.

Drama lessons follow themed units such as Greek theatre, Shakespeare and puppetry, where boys build core acting skills including movement, voice and improvisation. Collaborative work encourages them to express themselves confidently and become articulate performers.

Nothing beats the magic of live performance, and we are fortunate to have excellent theatres nearby that stage their own productions as well as receiving hit West End tours.  

 
 

LAMDA

The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art is one of the country’s top drama schools and awarding body for Performance and Communication exams. Taking LAMDA exams in Acting and Verse and Prose develops transferable life skills, encourages friendships, and overall, is a  lot of fun. We have a 100% pass rate and excellent results, but the main benefit is seeing boys grow in self-confidence.   

PILGRIMS GOT TALENT

This hugely popular event started as a fund-raiser organised by a Pilgrim a few years ago and is now a regular event in the school calendar. Magicians, dancers, comedians, actors, musicians, diabolo masters – our boy-led competition showcases the diverse talent in the school. Boys are judged in TV show style as they perform to a discerning audience of parents, family, and friends in The Pilgrims’ Hall.  

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Creative Arts

Creative Arts at Pilgrims’ encourage imagination, expression and confidence, giving boys the opportunity to explore a wide range of artistic and creative disciplines in a vibrant, supportive environment.

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Sport

Sport at Pilgrims’ plays a key role in developing teamwork, confidence and a love of physical activity, with opportunities for all boys to participate, compete and excel.

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