2027 Entry – Sixth Form Pathway – Performing Arts Scholarship Application Form
PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS – Sixth Form Pathway
Deadline for Application: 9am on Tuesday 13th October 2026
Performing Arts awards can be offered new and current pupils starting in Year 12. Candidates will have been involved in performing arts at their current school and/or in clubs outside school. They should be able to demonstrate a passion and talent for performing and should show the potential to develop in this field. They must have a genuine interest and enthusiasm for drama, dance and/or musical theatre and show a positive attitude, creative approach and commitment to performing.
Performing Arts awards are subject to annual review covering enthusiasm, general improvement and continued commitment to the dramatic life of school. It is expected that Performing Arts scholars will have studied Drama at GCSE and, if in receipt of a Year 12 award, at A Level. They should be willing to make an excellent contribution to school life and show commitment to the subject by taking active roles in any relevant school productions or events.X
GUIDELINES FOR PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIP CANDIDATES
- All candidates will sit a 45-minute written paper. This paper asks candidates to respond to a question about a live performance seen in the last two years. The question will not be related to a specific play or performance but assumes that candidates will have studied, read or watched a variety of plays and performances.
- All candidates will be required to attend a drama workshop.
In addition:
Drama candidates will be required to:
- Prepare two monologues of their own choosing. One of these should be an extract from a Shakespeare play and the second from a 20th/21st Century play
- Perform a section from a monologue that they will be given 10 minutes to prepare on the day (candidates will not need to memorise this but will demonstrate how they respond to a piece of sight-reading).
Musical theatre candidates will be required to:
- Prepare an extract from a musical of their own choosing
- Perform a section from a monologue that they will be given 10 minutes to prepare on the day (candidates will not need to memorise this but will demonstrate how they respond to a piece of sight-reading).
- Demonstrate the ability to learn and perform a dance that will be given on the day
APPLICATION PROCESS
Deadline for Application: 9am on Tuesday 13th October 2026
Please submit the completed application form by the deadline given. With this application form you should include a covering letter telling us why you believe you would be a successful Performing Arts scholar. You should tell us about any groups and activities that you have been involved with over the last academic year in your present school, give details of any performing arts activities that you pursue outside of school (including any relevant levels achieved) and summarise the contribution you make to the performing arts life of your school or local club currently.
Accompanist for audition
Candidates who require backing music for their performance can provide, at their own expense, an accompanist of their choice. Alternatively, we can arrange for an accompanist to play at the audition who must be provided with copies of the candidate’s music at least one week in advance of the audition. Candidates can also provide backing music by Mp3 with a minimum of 192kbps quality sent to us by email or WeTransfer to audiovisual@dunottarschool.com
If you require any further information about the scholarship application process, please contact the Admissions Office at admissions@dunottarschool.com or on 01737 761 945.
2027 Entry – Sixth Form Pathway – Performing Arts Scholarship Application Form
Please ensure that you have read the accompanying guidance notes above to ensure your child qualifies for a scholarship before completing this form below.
