Brief Outline
The course aims to
develop your understanding and practice of
Drama and Theatre in performance. The course
focuses on the study of theatre in practice;
you will explore a range of drama texts
practically, as well as through live theatre
performances. You will also develop your
skills as performers and directors, as well
as exploring design and technical aspects of
production.
Methods of Teaching
The course is predominantly practical in
nature. You will be involved in a wide range
of practical workshops, discussion,
independent study, problem solving and
research activities. First hand experience
of professional practice is also gained
through theatre visits and working with
professional performers. Alongside this runs
a clear performance focus, with skills being
developed through direction in preparation
for a range of productions as part of the
course.
Assessment
AS
Unit 1 - Exploration of Drama and Theatre
Studies
In this internally assessed unit you explore
two different plays through practical
workshops and evaluate live performance.
Unit 2 - Theatre text in performance
In this unit you will present two different
performances for examination: a monologue or
duologue and a group performance.
A2
Unit 3 -
Exploration of Dramatic performance
In this internally assessed unit you create
an original piece of theatre and are
assessed on both the process and finished
production.
Unit 4 - Theatre text in context
This unit focuses on the detailed
practical study of a set text, as well as a
live theatre performance, which is then
explored in a final written exam.
What We Expect From You
You should
have an interest in Drama and Theatre and be
prepared to develop your skills, knowledge
and understanding practically and through a
range of theatre visits. A GCSE in Drama
with at least a C grade is advantageous,
though not essential.
Future Prospects
A level
Drama and Theatre studies opens up a range
of pathways upon completion; you could move
on to study a Performing Arts course at
higher education. Drama also opens up
various other routes at university as well
developing increasingly sought-after skills
for the wider world of work.
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