Ignite Your Passion for Performance in Oxford
Join us for an unforgettable experience where creativity meets learning. Our summer schools offer teens aged 13 to 18 the chance to explore their talents, collaborate with peers, and develop their skills in an inspiring environment. Providers like Oxford Scholastica Academy and Oxbridge Academic Programs ensure a high-quality, immersive experience.
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Oxford offers a focused set of Drama summer programmes for 13-15, providing early exposure to structured study and subject-specific development.
Drama education in Oxford for adolescents aged 13 to 15 emphasizes a dynamic and immersive teaching approach. Instructors often prioritize experiential learning, allowing students to engage with dramatic techniques through practical exercises, improvisation, and scene work. This method contrasts sharply with typical school provisions, which may rely heavily on theoretical frameworks and rote learning. By fostering creativity and collaboration, these programs cultivate not only acting skills but also critical thinking and emotional intelligence, essential tools for personal and academic growth.
Students typically experience a well-structured rhythm that balances guided instruction with opportunities for independent exploration. Classes often blend theory and practice, creating a vibrant classroom atmosphere where students feel encouraged to express themselves. Collaborative projects and peer feedback play significant roles in the learning process, fostering a sense of community among participants. Overall, the experience is designed to be both challenging and supportive, pushing students to refine their skills while building confidence in their abilities.
This program specifically caters to teenagers aged 13 to 15, providing an environment tailored to their developmental needs. Participants are expected to engage actively with the material, embracing the challenges of performance and collaboration. As they navigate this formative stage, the program encourages them to explore their identity through drama, enriching both their artistic and personal growth.
The distinctiveness of drama programs in Oxford lies in their integration of rich cultural heritage with a contemporary approach to performance. Unlike more generic summer offerings, these courses benefit from the city’s historical significance as a center of learning and creativity. This backdrop not only enhances the educational experience but also inspires students by connecting them to the broader narrative of dramatic arts. The combination of skilled mentorship and a supportive learning environment sets these programs apart, providing a unique platform for young actors to flourish.
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| Course | Provider | Subject | Location | Duration | Fees | Short Description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford and the Rise of Fantasy | Lady Margaret Hall | Literature, Humanities, Arts, Creative Writing, Drama | Oxford | 3 Weeks | 4060 | What inspired the emergence and flowering of the fantasy genre in the 20th and 21st century? Oxford – historic, beautiful, and timeless seat of learning – is closely associated with the genre. | View |
| Speech and Debate MINOR ONLY (The Oxford Experience) | Oxbridge Academic Programs | Drama, Humanities, Social Sciences, Politics | Oxford | 4 weeks | $12,495 | Students explore major debating styles and strategies, engage in daily speaking exercises, orations, and dialogues, and prepare and present regular debates. The culmination of the course is a formal debate in the historic debating chamber of the Oxford Union Society – founded in 1823, it is one of the oldest university debating societies in the world. | View |
| Repression, Subversion, Expression: Gender and Sexuality in British Literature | Lady Margaret Hall | Literature, Humanities, Arts, Creative Writing, Drama | Oxford | 3 Weeks | 4060 | How have expressions of sexuality and gender in British literature been shaped by the social constraints of different periods? How have female authors navigated systems of patriarchy, and what has been the role of literature in confirming and subverting gender norms? | View |
