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A Celebration of Theatre and Talent: Inter-House Senior School English Play Competition
Theatre is the art of bringing stories to life, where every character has a voice, every emotion finds expression and every performance leaves a lasting impression. St. Jude’s School witnessed a vibrant celebration of literature, drama and creativity on the 31st of October, 2026, as the Senior School English Play Competition was organised on the theme The Greatest Plays of All Time. The event provided a wonderful platform for Students to showcase their theatrical abilities, confidence, creativity and command over expression. The Competition featured four participating Houses, each presenting a play that offered a unique theatrical experience. The event was graced by the presence of Ms. M. Gardner, Principal, St. Jude’s School, Coordinators and Senior Teachers. The Plays were judged by Mr. A. Singh and Mrs. M. Singh. Gardner House presented Kabuliwala, the timeless and heartwarming story by Rabindranath Tagore. Through the touching relationship between Rahmat, an Afghan fruit seller and Mini, a little girl, the performance beautifully highlighted the universal emotions of love, compassion and parental affection. Howard House brought humour and lively entertainment to the stage with The Boss Came to Dinner, popularly known in Hindi as Chief Ki Dawaat, written by the renowned Hindi writer Bhisham Sahni. The play effectively portrayed social pretensions, family relationships and the subtle humour underlying everyday situations. The Students' lively enactment and convincing portrayal of characters made the performance particularly entertaining. Khanna House presented The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, based on Robert Louis Stevenson's famous novella. The performance explored the mysterious conflict between good and evil within human nature, keeping the audience intrigued through its suspenseful presentation. Lyons House presented A Night in the Inn, written by Lord Dunsany. The play transported the audience into an unsettling world of mystery, suspense and supernatural happenings, making for a gripping theatrical experience. Adding to the charm of the occasion were delightful musical performances by Students, which provided wonderful interludes between the plays and further enlivened the atmosphere. The occasion was graced by the presence of the Principal, Ms M. Gardner, along with the School Coordinators and Teachers. The Principal appreciated the enthusiastic participation, dedication and commendable performances of the Students. She said theatre does not merely tell us stories; it teaches us how to live. She acknowledged their confidence, stage presence, teamwork and ability to bring diverse literary works to life through expressive acting and effective dialogue delivery. May theatre always inspire you to question, to imagine, to empathise and, above all, to become better human beings. The Competition culminated in the much-awaited announcement of results. Lyons House emerged victorious, while Howard House were judged the First Runners-Up. There was a tie between Gardner House and Khanna House for the Second Runners-Up place. The Best Actor Award was jointly conferred upon Arjit Solanki and Hitesh Bhandari, while Sanvi Rawat received the Best Actress Award in recognition of their outstanding portrayal, remarkable stage presence and exceptional acting skills. Beyond the Competition, the event served as a meaningful learning experience, encouraging Students to explore their creative potential while developing confidence, communication skills, teamwork and an appreciation of literature and performing arts. Each performance reflected hours of preparation, collective effort and the enthusiasm with which the Students embraced the art of theatre. The Senior School English Play Competition was truly a memorable celebration of storytelling and artistic expression, leaving the audience with an appreciation of the power of theatre and the immense talent of the young performers.
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