South West speech and drama win for Robert - 18/5/10

Published: 18 May, 2010

Plymouth College pupil, Robert Davies, 12, has won the 'Humorous Verse Speaking' category at the Torbay and South West England Speech and Drama Festival. 

Held at the Palace Theatre in Paignton, Robert recited 'Darren's Car' by Michael Rosen. As a category winner, Robert was invited to take part in the Champion's Show at the end of the festival where he picked up the Adjudicator's Choice Award for Verse Speaking.

Robert has speech and drama lessons with Zoe Vigus.

"I am delighted with Robert's achievement at the festival", said Zoe.  "It is fantastic to see all his hard work rewarded in this way."