Elective subject
This two year course aims to provide an engaging, activity-based and interesting pathway into the world of performance drama. It will promote the development of skills in acting and creating Drama, as well as an appreciation for a wide variety of dramatic works.
Although previous drama experience is an advantage, students with no previous experience can achieve well in this subject.
Students are expected to participate and perform in front of the class in every practical lesson.
The course is essentially practical, but written work in Responding tasks is also an important element.
TOPICS
| TERM 1 | TERM 2 | TERM 3 | TERM 4 |
| YEAR 9 | Behind the Mask: Examine the style of Basel Mask and mime | Tell Me A Story: Examines storytelling through movie extracts. | Physical Stuff. Examines the style of physical theatre. | Make It Real Examines the style of Realism. |
| YEAR 10 | Make 'Em Laugh: Examine the style of Comedy | Theatre For Young People: Examine the style Youth Theatre. | Make 'Em Cry: Examine the style of Tragedy | Don't Be Absurd: Examine the style of Absurd Theatre. |
ASSESSMENT PROGRAM
Students will be assessed on:
- Making: (creating and performing drama)
- Responding (analysing and evaluating performances)
Assessment will include performances, scriptwriting, a directorial vision, a dramatic concept and analytical essay writing.
NOTE: Students may be required to provide basic costumes for some performance tasks.
Students will be required to attend some performances in order to complete Responding Tasks. These may need to be paid for by the students.