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Who are we?

L.Johnson (Head of Department)

What are our aims?

The study of drama aims to give you the opportunity to:

• develop a personal interest in why drama matters and be inspired, moved and changed by studying a broad, coherent, satisfying and worthwhile course of study
• work imaginatively and creatively in collaborative contexts, developing and communicating ideas
• consider and explore the impact of social,historical and cultural influences on drama texts and activities
• reflect on and evaluate your own work and the work of others develop and demonstrate competence in a range of practical, creative and performance skills
• actively engage in the process of dramatic study in order to develop as effective and independent learners and as critical and reflective thinkers with enquiring minds.

What we do in KS4

Unit 1 This unit requires students to engage in a Programme of Study that will help them appreciate how a variety of drama activities can be used to deepen their understanding of drama form.
Unit 2 This unit introduces students to the content of plays written for the theatre. They must have experience of live theatre as a member of the audience.
Unit 3 Students demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of practical drama skills through their application to a live audience.

What we do in KS5

How do we do it?

Drama can only be fully understood through practical experience so the focus is on developing the skills needed for performance. There are four blocks of study:

• Forms of Stimuli
• Explorative Strategies
• The Elements of Drama
• The Drama Medium.

We enjoy trips to the theatre, have visiting speakers in and also work with theatre groups who deliver workshops

How is my work assessed?

Almost all assessment is practical. There is no written examinations although you will be required to keep a written record of your practical work. You will explore themes, ideas and plays in a wholly practical way and your teacher will assess how well you have done.. You will be required to perform in a play with a visiting examiner in the audience.

What skills will I develop?

 

• acting skills
• inter-personal and group working skills
• creative skills
• improvisational skills
• communication skills
• evaluative skills.

Will this course suit me?

This course is for you if you enjoy the following ways of working:

• Expressing yourself in an active and exciting way
• working as a group
• Contributing your ideas and respecting the ideas of others
• Exploring ideas by putting yourself in other people's shoes
• Playing many parts in different imaginary situations
• Creating your own drama work Looking at plays written by other people

Where can it lead?

GCE Drama and Theatre studies AS and A2 level
BTEC National performing Arts (Acting)

How can I find out more?

You are welcome to talk to Ms Johnson or go the the Edexcel website at www.edexcel.com

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