Drama

ACADEMIC YEAR 2021/2022 YEAR 8

DRAMA

The portfolio of strategies becomes more sophisticated and remains geared towards exploration and process. Specific acting skills such as status and mask work are introduced.

This really is a year for students to truly recognise the potential for drama exploration from a range of sources and stimuli; the idea that performance only comes from a text begins to diminish and the notion of devising work which is original and investigative is strong.

COURSE CONTENT

Devising Skills

Students will learn how to create and build dramatic material focused on a particular theme or topic. They will learn how to use their bodies and voices imaginatively and creatively. Students will develop their independent and group work techniques with an emphasis being put on personal and social skills such as listening, empathising, cooperating and negotiating.

Exploring a Play Script

This will involve the exploration of a playscript . Students will develop their understanding of the plot and themes as well as interpreting characters and key moments in the play. Acting skills are developed as students prepare for a polished performance in front of an audience.

Technical Theatre

Work focusing on technical aspects of Theatre such as set, costume, lighting and sound design. It will incorporate watching an critiquing a Live Performance. Students will study what makes an effective theatrical moment in terms of acting and design.

SKILLS DEVELOPED

● Skills in this subject are transferable across the curriculum. It will allow students to develop confidence and communication skills. Students will be equipped with analytical skills and they will be encouraged to voice their opinions on a range of topical issues. ● Drama skills and techniques – a range of skills are taught to enable students to experiment with style within a range of performances. ● Developing and performing varied characters in an effective manner for an audience ● A wide range of social and personal skills such as communication, confidence, analysis negotiation, problem solving, organisational etc.