Performing Arts at JHPS
What does Performing Arts include at John Henry Primary School?
Music
Drama
Dance
What is the Performing Arts Vision at John Henry Primary School?
Students will;
- Learn a variety of music, dance and drama skills
- Be provided with opportunities to perform
- Be provided with a fun, engaging, and stimulating program
- Explore ideas and expand skills within a framework of trust and encouragement
- Experience other cultures through music, dance and drama
Foundation to year 2
Music
Beat, rhythms, tempo, dynamics and pitch
Experimenting, exploring, creating and performances
Dance
Explore dance, share their dance and experience it as audiences
Students learn about dancing safely and that it is a form of communication
Drama
Explore drama
Drama they see in their community, on television and film and online.
Students learn about safety in dramatic play and in interaction with others
Year 3 & 4
Music
Creating, composing and performing
Explore different cultures music
Musical notation
Dance
Create and make a variety of dances
Further explore how their body can move in different ways
Experience dance from a range of cultures, times and locations
Drama
Dramatic play, role-play, character development, movement and mime activities
Year 5 & 6
Music
Make and create musical performances independently and collaboratively
Explore different cultures music
Dance
Make and respond to dance independently and collaboratively
Drama
Develop character through voice and movement and extend their understanding and use of dramatic skills