Drama

Drama shows and productions are an integral component of Norwich school life and are hugely popular across all stages of the school, helping to enhance communication skills, build confidence, emotional intelligence & imagination and promote cultural awareness. The school aims to provide at least one drama opportunity per school section (Juniors, Inters, Seniors) per term, meaning that pupils can involve themselves in up to three pieces of drama each year. Recent opportunities included Musicals such as Grease, School of Rock, Annie, Little Shop of Horrors, and Guys & Dolls, as well as dramatic and comedic plays like Antigone, Treasure Island, The Watsons, The 39 Steps, One Man Two Guvnors, All My Sons, Caesar and The Great Gatsby. Our diverse range of performing arts shows are held at various locations across the city, including the Playhouse, Puppet Theatre Arts Centre, Maddermarket, Cathedral Cloisters, as well on the school site at the Blake studio, a dedicated performance space, and the school Chapel.

Past Productions...

A group of people are standing on a stage at a gala night

Gala Night

A black and white poster for a play called caesar

Caesar

A poster for a musical called school of rock

School of Rock

DNA

Teechers

The Watsons

Treasure Island

Grease

Little Shop of Horrors

Annie

Guys and Dolls

Lord Of The Flies

Wizard of OZ

Dreamcatchers

Clue

Gala Night 2023

Gala Night 2024

Junior Dance and Drama Showcase 2023

Gala Night

Caesar

Dance and Drama News

Dazzling Dancers at the Start of Lent 2026

By Eleanor Lewis • February 13, 2026
Dance have had a triumphant term, filled with energy, commitment and outstanding achievement. Our Performance Team attended their very first dance competition with an incredible 29 pupils taking part. Sixteen groups performed a wide range of dynamic and creative routines, showcasing not only technical skill but also teamwork and confidence. We are delighted to celebrate three groups winning their categories and two groups earning second place. Even more excitingly, three of our teams have qualified for the finals in London at the end of the 2026 season, an exceptional accomplishment in their debut year.  Our Junior Dance Company, alongside the top three Junior and Inters winners from our internal choreography competition, also represented the school at Ormiston Victory Academy, where NSSP hosted a fantastic school's dance competition. Pupils also took part in an inspiring workshop delivered by East Theatre Arts. Every one of our entries placed top three in their respective categories. It was an excellent day that highlighted the talent, dedication and passion within our dance department.

Norwich School Shines at Prestige Dance Competition

By Eleanor Lewis • January 31, 2026
Twenty-nine pupils from the Dance Performance Team spent an exciting weekend competing at the Prestige Dance Competition in Clacton‑on‑Sea on 31 January, marking Norwich School’s first dance competition of the academic year. Sixteen groups performed throughout the day, featuring solos, duets, trios, and small ensembles. The standard throughout the competition was exceptionally high, with an impressive level of talent on display. The day was a huge success, and we would like to say a massive well done to all 29 pupils for their exceptional performances! We are also delighted to announce that five of our groups placed in the top three, with three groups qualifying for the finals in November at the end of the 2026 season. Competition Results Holly Hart and Lotte Lachlan-Woods – 1st place, Junior Novice Classical Duet/Trio Charlotte Speed-Andrews – 1st place, Senior Ballet Solo and qualified for nationals. Coco Barton and Isla Childs-Cazier – 2nd place, Teen Novice Duet/Trio and qualified for Nationals Amelia Nundy & Nola Woodeson – 1st place, Teen Novice Duet/Trio and qualified for Nationals Imogen Dawson, Edie Hopkins, Florence Humphrey and Sarah Lashmore-Davies – 2nd place, Senior Novice Group Congratulations to all dancers for their outstanding performances!

A Musical Theatre Masterclass with Francis Goodhand

By Eleanor Lewis • January 29, 2026
On Thursday 29 January, as part of the Making Musicians programme, Francis Goodhand visited Norwich School to work with music and drama pupils. Each pupil brought a song to the workshop, which Mr Goodhand explored in detail with them. The session focused on stagecraft, storytelling, and the meaning behind the lyrics, highlighting how vital words are in shaping a song’s impact on an audience. Pupils were given the opportunity to perform and receive individual feedback, encouraging them to think more deeply about character, expression, and musical interpretation. Lana Kiddell U6 said: “The workshop was a great way to learn from an industry professional and to delve into the musical and lyrical language of the song I chose.” Annabelle Hitchings L4 commented: “I really enjoyed the musical theatre workshop with Francis Goodhand. I loved having the chance to perform ‘The Wizard and I’, and the feedback I received was so helpful. Francis suggested that I put more emphasis on the spoken parts of the song, which made a big difference to how I told the story. His advice about when to use vibrato towards the end was also useful, and he was very positive about my performance.” Caroline Speca, Head of Making Musicians, commented: “I was delighted by how readily the pupils were able to implement the tips Francis offered them; their adaptability was very impressive. The variety of songs was incredibly wide-ranging, and I very much look forward to welcoming Francis again in April to work with another cohort of talented pupils.”
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