ART EXHIBITIONS, PERFORMANCES AND SPORTS COMPETITIONS
Art exhibitions, performances and sports competitions at school level is the way of discovering and nurturing talents
The art exhibitions will include drawing and clay modelling while the performing arts will include acting and singing
Sport competitions will include physical exercises and traditional and modern games
Participating in performing arts
To participate in performing arts, consider the following steps
1. Choose a topic for the performance
2. Stay in groups with your fellows for preparations of rehearsals and performances
3. Prepare timetable for the performance. Make sure the timetable indicates preparation, practices and performance schedule
4. Rehearse based on the instructions from the teacher
5. Prepare the tools needed for the performance. These include costumes, make-up, and props, depending on the performance
6. As the day of the performance reaches, rehearse in the area that will be used on the day of the performance
7. On the performance day make sure everything is well prepared, especially the stage and the props
8. In case you are using electrical devices, make sure they are tested in advance to see if they are safe and working properly
9. After the performance, make sure the area used for the performance remains celan, and all used equipment is removed
10. Make an evaluation to determine the success or weaknesses of the performance to improve future performance
11. Finally, congratulate each other for the work you have done
Actors performing on stage
Fine art exhibitions
This kind of exhibition at the school level aims to enable a pupil to show the creative works of the art done for a certain period, for example, a month or a year depending on the type of exhibitions
Also, they aim to encourage pupils to participate more in drawing and clay modelling to develop their talents.
Likewise, teachers, parents and society in general get a chance to see their children’s academic progress
Participating in performing arts
To participate in fine art exhibitions, you should consider the following steps
1. Choose a display topic that will go with your artwork
2. Make preparations together with your fellow pupils or performers to come up with appropriate methods for preparing an attractive presentation
3. Prepare a short timetable that will show the search of the exhibition area
4. Prepare the materials or tools to be used for setting up an exhibition area
Some of the equipment are
a. Small nails
b. A large fabric
c. Glue
d. Table and chairs
e. A pair of scissors
f. Razor
g. Hard paper
h. Hammer
i. Pins
5. Prepare a list of the artworks selected for display
a. Choose artworks in good balance
b. Keep a good record of selected artworks
6. Hang or place works of art in the display area
7. Participate in the exhibition by elaborating on the artworks selected for display to the audience
8. At the end of the exhibition, collect the artwork and clean the area
Fine art exhibitions
Singing performance
Singing performance provide an opportunity for singers to demonstrate their ability to sing in front of an audience, At the school level, these performances are held in a special prepared area. Audience come to watch groups singing special pre-arranged songs
They can also sing as individual singers. These performances aim at educating, entertaining and nurturing talents.
People like to attend these performances to enjoy the beautiful voices of singers, the sounds of musical instruments, movements and the messages of various songs
Singers performing on a stage
Things to consider when participating in singing performances
When participating in singing performances, consider the following points
1. Prepare performance rules
2. Select a song for the show
3. Have enough time to rehearse
4. Before the performance, arrive early at the performance venue or platform that will be used and do some rehearsals
5. On the day of performance, have enough time to rest before the performance time. Also arrive at performance area on time
6. Be confident with the preparations you have made and avoid showing signs of wanting favours that could lead you into corrupt practices
7. During the performance, express the feelings you have about the song confidently as you send the intended message to the audience. If it is a happy event, smile and show your happiness. If it is sad event, express the mood of sadness with the relevant voice or actions
Participate in sports competitions
At the school level, sports competitions will involve physical exercises, and traditional and modern games you have practiced
The competitions can be between individuals or groups
The competitions provide opportunities for players to show their skills in their respective sports. To effectively participate in sports competitions, you need to consider the following issues
1. Prepare a play area
2. Ensure the playing area is clean and safe
3. Prepare necessary equipment for the respective game
4. Wear relevant sports clothes
5. Wear relevant sports shoes
6. Remove shoes when doing acrobatics
7. Do exercises to prepare your body before participating in a relevant game
8. Do exercises to improve your skill level in the respective game
9. Play while obeying the rules of the game
10. Play a fair game
11. Avoid conflict and insults among players
Pupils participating in the acrobatic competitions
Activity
a. Participate in the sack race competitions
b. Participate in the chicken chase competitions
c. Participate in acrobatics competitions