CULTURE
The following cultural activities are offered at Uitsig
Poetry
Club focused on writing, reciting, and performing original and classic poetry.
English Drama
Theatrical productions and acting training conducted in English, including play rehearsals and performances.
Eisteddfod
Annual competitive arts festival featuring music, drama, dance, and speech items (a major cultural event in South African schools).
Choir and Vocals
School choir and vocal training, focusing on group singing, harmonies, and solo performances.
Visual literacy and Arts
Art classes emphasizing drawing, painting, design, and understanding visual media.
Instrumentals
Musical instrument training and ensemble playing (e.g., piano, guitar, strings, etc.).
Dance and perfomance
Dance routines, choreography, and stage performance training across various dance styles.
Public speaking
Training students in confident public speaking, speech writing, and delivery.
Redenaars
Afrikaans public speaking and oratory competitions (highly popular in Afrikaans-medium or bilingual schools).
Mr and Miss Uitsig
The school’s annual pageant that elects Mr and Ms Uitsig based on personality, talent, and representation.
Drama Broadway
Musical theatre and Broadway-style productions with singing, dancing, and acting.
Verse by Candlelight
Atmospheric evening poetry recitals performed by candlelight.
Talent Express
School talent show platform where students showcase singing, dancing, acting, and other skills.
Debate
Competitive debating team that participates in formal debate competitions.
Spelling bee
Spelling competitions testing vocabulary and spelling accuracy.
Crochet Club
Creative craft club focused on crocheting, knitting, and handmade projects.
Environmental Club
Club dedicated to environmental awareness, sustainability projects, and eco-activism.
Interact Club
Rotary-affiliated service club involved in community service and leadership development.
Human Rights Club
Focuses on human rights education, advocacy, and awareness campaigns.
Junior City Council Club
Simulates local government, teaching students about leadership, governance, and civic responsibility.