PARK HALL ACADEMY

Water Orton Road,
Castle Bromwich,
Birmingham.
B36 9HF
TEL :-0121 748 0400
FAX:-0121 748 0438

Welcome to the

Performing Arts Department

Our mission…

The mission of the Performing Arts Department at Park Hall Academy is to nurture the creative spirit of our students by providing a quality education in Music, Drama and Dance. With the personal attention and performing opportunities offered through an exciting curriculum, challenging extra curricular programme and a supportive, creative learning environment it undoubtedly makes Performing Arts the heart of The Academy.

What subjects come under the umbrella of Performing Arts?

Who teaches Performing Arts at Park Hall Academy?

Mrs Cullum-Kenyon: Curriculum Leader for Performing Arts (Dance, Drama and Music)

Miss Goosey: Head of Music

Miss Orrow: Teacher of Drama and Dance

Miss Clare: Teacher of Drama and Music

Miss Hewitt: Teacher of Music

Aims of the Performing Arts Curriculum

• To promote an enjoyment of and an interest in the performing arts both as a participant and as an informed member of an audience.
• To extend the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to communicate through dance, drama or music encouraging life-long learning and providing access to all related careers.
• To provide a worthwhile, satisfying and complete curriculum of study that broadens experience develops imagination, fosters creativity and promotes personal and social development.
• To encourage the appreciation of the significance of social, cultural and historical influences on the performing arts practice both past and present.
• To extend the skills, knowledge and understanding developed throughout the curriculum in preparation for further study or career progression.
• To contribute to the the growth of the learners in terms of confidence, self belief and communication skills.