Creative Arts Extra Curricular
There are opportunities for students of all age ranges and abilities to engage with a variety of different Creative Arts activities outside of the classroom. In addition to showcasing artwork, singing, dancing, acting and/or playing a musical instrument, students can secure a role directing the school production, managing sound, lighting, set painting or creating props and/or decorative dressings for events.
IGSLive@Lunch
This new concert series provides a platform for IGS student musicians to perform in a friendly, informal setting at lunchtime. Taking place every Friday lunchtime in C8 for Year 7-11 and 13 and Monday lunchtime for Year 12 students.
MUSIC, DRAMA & ART CLUBS
| Day | Lunch | After School until 4pm |
| Monday |
Jazz Band (C9) Musical Theatre Club (B7) Script Club (B8) Art Clubs* (see poster below) |
Bands (C8, C9 & CYC) Y7 Drama Club (B8) |
| Tuesday |
Senior Choir (C9) Y8 Drama Club (B8) Art Clubs* (see poster below) |
Y7 & 8 Band Night (C8, C9 & CYC) Billy Elliot Rehearsals (see schedule) |
| Wednesday |
Composition Club (C8) Y7 Drama Club (B7) Backstagers club (B8) |
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| Thursday |
Drumline (C8) Junior Orchestra (C9 WkB) Art Clubs* (see poster below) |
Billy Elliot band (C8, 3-4:30) Bands (C9 & CYC) Script Club (B8) Billy Elliot Rehearsals (see schedule) Art Clubs* (see poster below) |
| Friday |
Live @ Lunch (C8) Y9 Devising Club (B7) |
Year 8&9 Drama Club (B7) |
*due to limited spaces, all themed Art clubs require students to sign up in advance. Sign up sheets are outside A10 on A Floor or speak to your Art teacher for more information.
The Art/Photography department run an open room policy at lunchtimes. If you would like to use the space rather than joining a club, please speak to your Art/Photography teacher.
For the latest schoolwide Extra Curricular Timetable please visit the main Extra Curricular Activities page HERE.
ANNUAL EVENTS
Music Showcase / Battle of the Bands
November & January
The fourth year of the IGS Battle of the Bands taking place as part of the IGS Music Showcase at the King’s Hall. This event showcases the vast array of talented musicians that we are lucky to have at IGS with over 100 pupils involved.
One band will be crowned the IGS BOTB 25 Champions and represent IGS at the Red Kite BOTB at the Wardrobe, Leeds on Thursday 22 January 2026.
Annual Red Kite Alliance Battle of the Bands, organised by Ilkley Grammar School
Promotional Video
video by 'Dan@The Word is Out'
Countdown to Christmas
December
Our evening of carols, readings & music involving IGS music & drama departments is held at St. Margaret's Church, Ilkley and free for anyone to attend. We really look forward to seeing everyone at this time of year as it is a fabulous way to celebrate the festive season together!
- Click here to read about our 2024 concert
- Click here to read about our 2022 concert
- Click here to read about our 2021 concert
IGS Rocks
December / March
An informal band night where students can hang out with friends and listen to the vast array of great bands we have at school.
The gigs take place in December and March each year.
School Production
February
We aim to involve as many students as possible in our school productions by collaborating with the whole creative arts team.
This year the school production is 'Billy Elliot' involving over 100 students as actors, singers, dancers, musicians, backstagers, set and costume designers.
Dates: TBC
Click below to read about our previous productions:
Rehearsal Residential
A fantastic opportunity for all involved in each annual school production. The residential brings the whole company of musicians, singers, dancers, actors and backstage crew together for a stay at Ingleborough Hall to rehearse the show.
Spring Music Concert
March
An evening celebrating the phenomenal work students have been doing as part of their performance coursework and extra-curricular activities.
- Click here to read about our 2023 event
Creative Arts Festival
July
An exciting three day event showcasing the best of our student performances, art and photography work throughout the year.
Each evening is themed as follows:
Tuesday 1st July - Drama performances
Featuring performances from our Year 7, 8 and 10 drama groups, and scenes from plays written by our KS5 students
Wednesday 2nd – IGS ‘Night at the Musicals’
Ensemble, duet and solo performances from our Musical Theatre Group, with some numbers accompanied by Orchestra and Choir
Thursday 3rd – Bands
Performances from our IGS bands, of all ages, including the school Jazz band, orchestra and ‘Drumline’ samba group
The performances begin at 6:30pm each evening, with an Art and Photography exhibition opening at 5pm- 8pm on Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd July.
Tickets for each evening cost £5 for adults and £3 concessions and are available to purchase on ParentPay (after May half term). The Art and Photography exhibition is free of charge although donations can be made on entry.
- Click here to read about our 2024 event
- Click here to read about our 2022 event
- Click here to read about our 2019 event
ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Further opportunities for our students to engage with the arts each year include trips to the theatre and art galleries, as well as drama workshops run by industry professionals.
- Please visit our News pages HERE to read about the recent opportunities we have arranged for our students.
- Keep up-to-date by checking out latest information and announcements on Twitter HERE
