Drama & Theatre 46 Media Studies

DRAMA & THEATRE

GCSE

MRS KATHRYN MAYALL Head Of Drama

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COURSE CONTENT

Year 10

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Introduction to Drama and Theatre - Development of performance, design, analysis and evaluation skills. The study of communication, leadership, creativity and collaboration techniques

Component 1: Understanding Drama - Students will study a set text,‘Blood Brothers ‘ by Willy Russell

Component 2: Devising Drama

Year 11 ●

Component 1: Understanding Drama - Students will complete a live theatre production review and review the set text studied in Year 10.

Component 3: Texts in Practice - Students will complete a performance on two extracts from a set text.

ASSESSMENT ‘Logic will get you f rom A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere’ – Albert Einstein This course will enable students to explore a wide range of themes and issues through the use of a variety of dramatic strategies. Students will create, perform and respond to drama informed by their theoretical knowledge of drama and theatre. Many students find that theatre helps them develop the skills that are essential to speak in f ront of large audiences. This course will help students to understand how to appraise situations, think outside the box and be more confident. Students will learn to trust their ideas and abilities. Confidence gained f rom learning drama skills applies to school, career, and life.

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Year 10

Component 2: Devising Drama (40%) Practical process of creating and evaluating devised drama. This section of the course is internally assessed and externally moderated by AQA examiners.

Year 11

Component 3: Texts in Practice (20%). Performance of two extracts from one play. Component 1: Understanding Drama (40%). Written examination: 1hr45min.

DRAMA & THEATRE

GCSE

SKILLS REQUIRED

The ability to work independently and as part of a group are essential. Drama and Theatre stimulates imagination, encourages a spirit of enquiry and builds confidence, teambuilding and leadership skills through group work. To be successful students will need to be committed, driven and passionate.

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FURTHER STUDY This course is strongly recommended for any path involving communication and interpersonal skills. It is a perfect foundation for a substantial number of A Levels; Theatre; Marketing and Public Relations; Education and Public Speaking. A grade 6 at GCSE is required to study this subject at A Level.