Year 12 Computer Science Students Attend Exclusive Donmar Warehouse Speaking Masterclass

Some of our Year 12 Computer Science students recently had the exciting opportunity to attend a unique Speaking Masterclass at the prestigious Donmar Warehouse through the London AI Campus. Cedrick, Enesa, Lina and Kabir took part in the session – this was the first masterclass of its kind completed by students anywhere in the UK, making it a particularly rare and valuable experience.

The Donmar Warehouse is widely recognised for its outstanding theatre productions, powerful performances and strong reputation within the creative arts industry. Although the masterclass focused on speaking and performance skills, students found it highly relevant to future careers in technology, leadership and industry.

Throughout the session, students explored how to present ideas clearly, speak with confidence and communicate in a way that truly engages an audience. These skills are especially important in the technology sector, where success depends not only on having innovative ideas, but also on being able to explain them effectively, persuade others and inspire teams towards a shared vision.

The workshop also highlighted the importance of body language, vocal delivery, clarity and confidence in shaping how messages are received. Students learned that strong leadership is not simply about what you say, but how effectively you communicate and connect with others.

The experience demonstrated how skills developed through the arts can directly support students interested in careers in technology, entrepreneurship and leadership. It was an inspiring opportunity that gave students valuable insight into the importance of communication in both creative and professional environments.