Drama & Theatre

(AQA Specification Code 7262)

Course details: -

6 Lessons a week - 5 hours of teaching time

Two coursework modules and one exam at the end of Year 13

Component 1 Drama and Theatre (40%) Open book written exam: -two set texts and live theatre

Component 2 Creating Original Drama (30%) Practical coursework – Devised performance

Component 3 Making Theatre (30%) Practical coursework – Practical exploration of play extracts

Overview of course content: -

Year 12 Topics ● Study of Hedda Gabler: Ibsen Our Country’s Good:Wertenbaker ● Response to live theatre 1: – London shows & digital theatre ● Making Theatre 1& 2 - Practical exploration of two play extracts and performance styles

Year 13 Topics ● Creating Original Drama – Devised performance using practitioner methods ● Making Theatre 3 Practical extract performance and Reflective Report ● Response to live theatre 2: – London shows & digital theatre

Skills acquired and future prospects: -

This course is a natural progression from the AQA Drama GCSE. Students can develop their skills in practical Drama elements acting, directing, stage management, lighting, costume design and set design

A study of Drama will lead to excellent presentation skills, the ability to analyse and understand text and drama students are well-placed to perform well in any walk of life, as well as accessing employment possibilities in the Creative Arts Industries including Theatre, Film, Television, Radio. Roles include: Actor, Singer, Dancer, Director, Stage Management, Lighting Designer, Set Designer, Costume Designer, Make-Up Artist, Box Office Manager, Presenter, Casting, Agent, Marketing, Sales and Advertising, Catering and hospitality, Tourism and Teaching.