Drama Troupe

Introduction

Drama Troupe is a musical Theatre School for children and young adults. It has been established since November 1999 when Artistic Director Lorraine Aquilina and Musical Director Gillian Zammit produced the first musical ' The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.' The musical included 80 children from various schools on the island who performed together with established actors and singers, Philip Stilon, Claudette Pace and Mario Ellul. This musical saw the launching of a project which now caters for almost 200 students between the ages of 4 and 16 years. Several of its former students have qualified in various aspects of musical theatre and today form part of the energetic and enthusiastic staff which together with the students are the heart and soul of this Drama School. The various classes held are an excellent way to improve confidence, develop new skills and make friends. The programme and structured syllabus are a great means for children to express themselves and work off any excess energy. Challenging and interesting classes allow students to develop their skills and stage awareness through drama games, improvisation, audition techniques and script work.
 
Classes take place at Chiswick house School in Kappara which houses a fully functional theatre where regular productions are held. Dance classes are held in the ballet studio while drama classes and singing classes are held in the various drama rooms and music studios.

Students have the option of sitting for LAMDA examinations in Acting or Musical Theatre at the end of the year. The school boasts of a 100% pass rate with excellent grades achieved in the various levels. Prizes and Scholarships have been awarded to students at various levels throughout the year.