Drama

Candidates that choose the subject of drama as an option need to have a real passion and enthusiasm for performing in front of an audience and working and collaborating in small groups.
Drama is an art form, a practical activity and an intellectual discipline. Through engagement in drama students apply their imaginations and draw upon their personal experiences.

Aims of the course

Drama enables students to apply knowledge and understanding when making performing and responding to drama.
The course involves a combination of practical and written work. Various exercises and projects will develop your knowledge and skill in Improvisation, Scripted Performance, Theatre in Education and Devised Drama.
The course is assessed through 40% written assessment, 20% Performance of a text "off script" and 40% Devised Drama

What can this course lead to?

This GCSE is an excellent way into Theatre Arts, Expressive Arts, Performing Arts and Musical Theatre courses - of which the South East area has an abundance of choices.
Candidates can look forward to a career in theatre, television, media and teaching. More generally the ability to act and perform shows confidence, excellent communication skills and an ability to work under pressure.

Expectations of subject

Drama is a performing art and there is therefore, an expectation that students are committed to developing vocal and physical skills with a view to performing.
The students will be expected to perform and keep a 2,500 word written Devising Log for Compotent 1: Devised Drama
They will be required to learn lines and be completely "of script" for Compotent 2: Performing from a Text
They will be encouraged to watch and attend Live Productions and study a set text for Compotent 3: The written paper

Good attendance is compulsory for the study of Drama as the course relies heavily on group work and rehearsals outside of normal lesson times.

Support and provisions

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