Arts - Digital, Drama, Music & Visual

Experience The Arts!

Experiences in the arts – drama, media arts, music, and the visual arts – play a valuable role in the education of all students. Through participation in the arts, students can develop their creativity, learn about their own identity, and develop self-awareness, self-confidence, and a sense of well-being. Since artistic activities involve intense engagement, students experience a sense of wonder and joy when learning through the arts. 

Dramatic Arts

Junior DRAMA

In our drama courses, students explore the elements of drama—role/character, relationship, time and place, focus and emphasis, and tension—through works related to their personal interests and experiences. They will take on various roles such as performer, audience, playwright, technician, designer, and critic.

By engaging in both real and imagined worlds, students enhance their listening, speaking, questioning, and problem-solving skills. Through role-playing, they develop empathy for diverse situations and learn to interpret, comment on, and evaluate a range of drama works and activities, including their own and others’ creative efforts.

Senior Drama

Drama: A World of Performance

Grade 11 and 12 Drama courses immerse students in the world of theatre, encouraging them to explore diverse dramatic texts, characters, and performance styles. By engaging in acting, directing, design, and technical theatre, students develop their creative and critical thinking skills. They learn to analyze drama from various cultural and historical perspectives, and to apply their knowledge to their own productions. Through collaboration and experimentation, students discover the power of theatre to inspire, challenge, and entertain.

Media Arts

Grade 10 Media Arts 

Media Arts: A Creative Journey

Grade 10 Media Arts courses ignite students' creativity, fostering artistic and technical skills. Students produce media artworks that communicate ideas and emotions, while exploring the social, cultural, and historical context of media. By integrating elements from various art forms, students develop a strong foundation in media arts, preparing them for future creative endeavours.

 

Senior Media Arts 

Media Arts: A Creative Fusion

Grade 11 and 12 Media Arts courses empower students to master diverse techniques, blend traditional and digital tools like photography, film, animation, and sound design. They create innovative media artworks that communicate ideas and emotions, while exploring the historical and social context of media. By integrating elements from dance, drama, music, and visual arts, students develop technical skills and critical thinking, becoming well-rounded media artists ready to shape the future of creative expression.

 

Music

Junior Music 


Music: A Harmonious Journey

Grade 9 and 10 Music courses foster a deep appreciation for music, encouraging students to explore their creativity and technical skills. Through performance, composition, and analysis, students learn to understand the elements of music and apply them to their own musical expressions. By participating in ensembles and solo performances, students develop their musical abilities and gain confidence in sharing their talents with others.

Senior Music 

Music: A Symphony of Skill and Expression

Grade 11 and 12 Music courses elevate students' musical abilities, fostering advanced technical skills and creative expression. By exploring diverse musical styles and genres, students deepen their understanding of music theory and composition. Through rigorous practice and performance, they develop their musicality and cultivate a strong sense of musicianship. By analyzing and evaluating music, students refine their critical thinking skills and gain a deeper appreciation for the art form.

Visual Arts

Junior 


Visual Arts: A World of Color and Form

Grade 9 and 10 Visual Arts courses nurture students' creativity and critical thinking skills. Through hands-on studio work and art appreciation, students explore a variety of artistic techniques and media. They learn to analyze and interpret art from diverse cultures and historical periods, and to express their own ideas and emotions through visual art. By understanding the elements and principles of design, students develop the skills to create visually compelling and meaningful artworks.

Senior Visual Arts 


Visual Arts: A Masterful Expression

Grade 11 and 12 Visual Arts courses challenge students to push the boundaries of their creativity. By exploring a diverse range of art techniques and media, students develop their artistic skills and refine their understanding of design principles. They analyze and interpret art from various cultural and historical contexts, and use their insights to create original and thought-provoking artworks. As students delve deeper into the world of art, they cultivate a strong appreciation for the power of visual expression.