Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Students should bring a water bottle.

Speech & Drama is a field of study and performance that combines the art of verbal expression (speech) with the creative elements of theatrical performance (drama). It focuses on developing clear and effective communication skills while exploring acting, storytelling, and expression.

Key aspects of Speech and Drama include:

• Speech Skills: Teaching clear articulation, pronunciation, projection, and vocal variety to enhance public speaking and effective communication.

• Drama Techniques: Using acting exercises, role play, and character development to explore different perspectives and express emotions.

• Storytelling: Learning how to tell stories in a compelling and engaging way, both individually and in groups.

• Confidence Building: Helping students overcome stage fright, speak with confidence, and present themselves clearly in different contexts.

• Creative Expression: Encouraging imagination, creativity, and self-expression through drama activities and performance.

Speech & Drama helps individuals become confident communicators, expressive performers, and effective storytellers. It’s a versatile discipline beneficial for both personal development and professional skills in various fields.

Perry Studio has a waiting room where parents can sit and wait for their child. Otherwise students can be dropped off and collected.

We group students by year level or grade. Please discuss if you need further information. This also depends on availability.

Please fill out the enrolment form. You can book and pay online through the fees page. Perry Studio does not accept private lesson bookings from students for Exam or Eisteddfod assistance who do not attend Speech & Drama classes. Audition packages are open to the public.

Please contact the studio as soon as possible. If lessons are cancelled on the same day or unattended (no-show), the studio will not refund the cost of your lesson/will charge the cost of the lesson.

Trinity College London offer individual and group exams in Speech & Drama.

Trinity exams are recognised and respected qualifications. Exams in Speech & Drama inspire and mark student progress and development.

www.trinitycollege.com

The Townsville Eisteddfod provides opportunities to perform at the Civic Theatre and help students develop their skills in poetry, drama, impromptu reading, Shakespeare, improvisation and public speaking. There are also opportunities to enter in group drama sections and duologues.*

Group drama sections are the responsibility of the studio.

*Please note- is the responsibility of parents to enter the eisteddfod online during May (my.stardom.com.au) and pay for entries.