During the Lent and Summer terms boys from the Pringle Centre enjoyed taking part in weekly drama lessons as well as signing up for Drama Club as part of their activity programme. The lessons have given boys from J3 to I Form the chance to develop performance skills using voice, movement, costume and props. They were also able to get creative by devising their own scenes and sketches, including two humorous adaptations of ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’.

 Their efforts culminated in the Pringle Centre Drama Showcase on Friday 24th May, where pupils performed some of the sketches and scenes they had been working on. The boys learnt about the different roles that go into putting on a performance including helping out with Front of House and Stage Management. There were plenty of laughs from an encouraging audience of staff and parents, especially for both of our talking cows (Ernie & Harry)! The boys performed with confidence and enthusiasm, an impressive feat, as for most this was their first time on stage. Am I sure that we will be seeing lots more of these talented boys in future Merchiston Productions.