The Snow Queen Eurythmy

Watching Class 12 take part in this year’s Eurythmy production of The Snow Queen has been a stand out moment of their final year. Seeing them on stage alongside Class 3 brought a wonderful sense of scale and warmth to the story, and it was only in the full flow of rehearsals that the richness of this collaboration truly revealed itself. As the students worked through the journey of Kay and Gerda, I could see how each scene, the goblins, the reindeer, the ravens asked for its own gesture quality and atmosphere, and how thoughtfully the class rose to that task. The inclusion of the shadow puppet screen added a striking visual layer, allowing key moments to unfold with a dreamlike quality behind the illuminated cloth.

Performing with the younger pupils offered Class 12 a valuable opportunity to guide and support, while also being lifted by the enthusiasm that Class 3 brought into the space. At the same time, the older students understood that they held the responsibility for the overall shape of the production, and they approached this with increasing intention, clarity, and maturity in their movement work.

On the afternoon of the performances, the stage was alive with colour, music, and a strong sense of ensemble. The world of the Snow Queen seemed to take form around them, and it was moving to witness how each student stepped into their part with both focus and freedom, allowing the mood of the piece to move through them while holding the structure of the movement.

Looking back, I am deeply proud of what they created. The production was both magical and demanding, and it felt like a fitting culmination of their many years of Eurythmy in the school.

Thackery Davis
Class 12 Guardian