We went to visit Helen O’ Grady Drama Academy yesterday, after church. It wasn’t planned, really. We went to Taipan to buy some soya bean milk for the kids because both of them like it so much. Then we saw that the drama school was just nearby so we phoned to ask whether we could visit the place. It was very timely as they had their yearly production going on. So before speaking with the director, we watch the children perform. We were quite impress with what we saw so we inquired more.
Why Drama?
Drama is used as a developmental platform whereby speech-work, coordination, improvisation activities and exercises are focused upon. Furthermore, it is an excellent way for children to gain a better feel for the English language and to become more articulate when speaking as well as building up their vocabulary – perfect for both native and non-native English speakers.
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Drama allows children the creative outlet of expressing themselves freely, yet constructively!
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| • | Drama allows children to imagine the world in their own fresh, bright colors! |
| • | Drama allows children to speak confidently without the fear of being judged! |
So.. yeah.. we booked a slot for boy for next year’s intake. And his father is very excited. Their acclaimed programme encompasses a huge body of developmental drama activities aimedat the increasing the confidence, self esteem and verbal skills of all students. Enthusiastic participation is encouraged at all times and students present a short, scripted production at the end of each year for parents and friends. Above all, the classes are fun! All Principals and teachers have undergone extensive training in Helen O’Grady curriculum and teaching methods. Helen O’Grady Drama Aacademy is located in Taipan, USJ 10, Subang Jaya.
I am delighted to learn of your experience with this worldwide program. As a former Principal of the Singapore Academy, I am indeed proud to have been associated with Helen O’Grady the founder and received personal training under her. I have seen children acquire personal excellence through the life skills that this program teaches. My own children professes that the program has helped them tremendously in their University education in America and I am proud to initiate this teaching business in Singapore that is renown world-wide in many countries.