ABOUT THE ARTS AT CLIFTON
We believe that the benefits of participating in the arts, both at a creative and collaborative level, are key to the development of a young boy. At Clifton, students are encouraged to explore the benefits of artistic expression, teamwork, and creative collaboration. Most importantly, they are taught the value of cultivating a lifelong appreciation for the arts, and are encouraged to make creativity a lasting part of their lives.
Our boys participate in an innovative arts curriculum led by skilled staff and professional artists. The creative programmes are rigorous and offer opportunities for boys to excel at all levels in various artistic disciplines. Every boy is given the chance to showcase their talents and represent their school. Many of our boys have gained recognition in the arts at different levels, joining a group of alumni who have made their mark in the arts regionally, nationally, and internationally.
At Clifton, the Sutcliffe Theatre is the core of our arts programmes, this venue is where we stage drama productions and music concerts, and host workshops. For larger events, the Ken Mac Kenzie Hall is well equipped as a performance venue. Our School of Music has three music rooms, an amphitheatre, and several private tuition rooms at its disposal. Clifton is also fortunate to have a Film Academy with state-of-the-art filming, editing, and production equipment. We also make use of our quads and green spaces for outdoor events – at Clifton, making the world, quite literally, our stage!
Clubs & Societies
School of Music
Arts Festival
Arts Events
Clubs & Societies
School of Music
Arts Festival
Arts Events
CLUBS & SOCIETIES
Clubs in the Prep School
- Art Club
- Choir (FP and Senior Prep)
- Debating
- Dramatic Productions (FP and Senior Prep)
- Individual Music tuition
- Music ensembles/Marimba
- Ensembles (FP and Senior Prep)
- Orchestra
Clubs in the College
- Annual Theatre Production
- Choirs
- Debating
- Film Academy
- Individual Music tuition
- Music ensembles
- Marimba Ensembles
- Model United Nations
- Orchestra
- Quizzes and Olympiads
- Photography
- Society/Photography
- Competitions
- Creative Writing
- Competition
- Public Speaking
- Spoken Word Society
- Visual Art
THE CLIFTON FILM ACADEMY
At our Film Academy, boys are taught how to produce their own films and they also record school events. Every year, we host the Clifton Film Festival, where boys from Clifton compete against students from other schools. ‘The Ogres’ are awarded to the winners in various categories at the annual Clifton Film Awards evening.
Visit their YouTube Channel to watch some of the work done by the Film Academy boys.
What is STEAM?
Leonardo Da Vinci was on to something years ago when he stated, “Study the science of art. Study the art of science.” More recently, students and academics at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) have spearheaded the concept of STEAM – which brings the elements of STEM together with arts to guide students’ critical thinking, inquiry, and dialogue. Proponents of STEAM education recognize the importance of creativity and innovation in the future to solve our problems.