Last week saw three triumphant performances of the Key Stage 3 production of The Caucasian Chalk Circle (by Bertolt Brecht).
Through the play, we were asked a question of nature vs. nurture that hit home with the audience. Seeing Key Stage 3 students so aptly and deftly master such mature material was a true honour to all of those fortunate enough to witness this challenging and engaging piece of theatre. The production was hugely enjoyable, with all the typical Brechtian tropes to be found. Overall, the ensemble was fantastic – on the same wavelength throughout - demonstrating excellent characterisation across the stage, through multi-roling the cast managed to carve out the distinct caricatures of Brecht’s epic play impressively. The piece deployed elements of the Verfremdungseffekt, whilst easing up to allow for touching moments of tenderness and humanity. Congratulations to all the students involved who rose to the challenge and performed with confidence and style.
Thomas Thurston, Drama Teacher
We are thrilled that four of our Year 13 students have recently gained offers from ‘Elite’ USA universities.
At BIS HCMC, leadership is more than just a title — it’s about inspiring others, fostering a sense of community, and embracing personal growth. This year’s Head Students, in Year 13, — Atom, JaeYeon, Tim, and Serena — embody these values with authenticity and dedication, each bringing their unique strengths, creativity, and passion to their roles.
We are thrilled to announce that a record three students from the BIS HCMC Class of 2025 have received offers from the University of Oxford, ranked number 3 in the world, and the University of Cambridge, ranked number 5 in the world. A huge congratulations to Quynh An, YeongSeo (Judy) and JaeYeon on their extraordinary achievement that sets a new benchmark for BIS students.
These achievements come as BIS students begin to secure outstanding offers from top universities around the world, including USA, UK, Australia and Asia and these numbers will only continue to rise as more decisions will be made over the coming weeks.
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