To make the upbringing of a Royalist as holistic as possible, there exist a host of diverse activities to supplement a student’s education. In addition to Clubs & Societies and Sports, several outlets for the youth’s passion and creativity are offered at the Royal College. Recognising that such activities can bestow crucial life skills and experience, the school has encouraged their growth by securing necessary infrastructure and professional counsel for students. Today, each activity has flourished to the point of birthing its own unique sense of community and culture, providing a learning environment beyond the classroom.
Scouting
Through trials tailored to ingrain a sense of readiness and discipline into the minds of the youth, Scouting is a movement that never fails to produce dutiful citizens that go on to play constructive roles in society. Valuing spirituality, patriotism and the desire for self-improvement, it provides an ideal training ground for the game of life.
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Theatre
The stage spans the divide between acting and living; at the Royal College, thespians strive to transcend mere performance and give life to the characters. Encompassing the three languages of Sinhala, English and Tamil, Drama serves as a medium of thought for all. Presenting spectacles of woe, levity and romance across a myriad of productions and competitions, Theatre at Royal is a reflection of the human condition
English DramaSinhala Drama
Tamil Drama
Tamil Drama
Choir
The angelic tones of the Royal College Choir echoing amidst the eaves of the Main Hall resonate with the very souls of its audience. Holding great significance as one of the oldest school choirs in Asia, the world renowned Royal College Choir is mentored by an internationally acclaimed vocal director. Unbeknownst to most, ‘School of our Fathers’ found its genesis at the Meaden Shield Competition as the stellar rendition of our now famous anthem by our young choristers impressed its critics to no end.
Royal College Choir
Dancing
Every rhythmic movement of a dancer is an art form in itself, expressing the truest forms of their emotions. The Royal College hosts a multitude of styles including Udarata, Pahatharata, Sabaragamuwa, Karnatic and Western, each uniquely rooted in its own culture. The dancers at the College never fail to hold their audience in rapture and awe.
Dancing Crew
Orchestra
The harmonious coalescence of strings, woodwinds, brass and percussion conveys the essence of the composition with the nuances of the musicians’ themselves. The Royal College Orchestra is one of the foremost ensembles in the nation, displaying its prowess at numerous events and competitions. It has fueled the revival of passion for music of bygone eras within the hearts of our students
Western OrchestraOriental Orchestra
Band
Working in tandem with every member of the unit, the Band is exemplary of teamwork and immaculate coordination. The Royal College hosts several of such musical groups, including the Western Band, the Eastern Band, the Cadet Bands and more. Each embodies its own cultural heritage and style of music, yet they all share a core principle of using discipline and an unyielding spirit to drill and perform each movement in absolute harmony
Western BandEastern Band
