Drama

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Drama is introduced to pupils in year 8. The aim during the first term is for pupils to become confident with this new art form. 

Pupils also have opportunity to operate the sound desk and lighting equipment and all are encouraged to take part in the annual school production.  Through our lessons as well as learning drama techniques we focus on various issues and explore them using the artform.  When planning schemes of work there are three modes of activity:

CREATING - researching, discussing, questioning, thinking, sharing and shaping, experimenting.

PERFORMING - imparting meaning to an audience through a physical form.

RESPONDING - expressing an understanding of what the Drama is saying and how it is saying it.

The Drama curriculum is planned to provide students with the chance of reaching their maximum potential in all three areas.  An holistic approach to planning and teaching Drama is one that takes account of the many facets of the artform and seeks to foster an understanding and appreciation of the way they work together to create unique experiences.

PERFORMING ARTS AT KEY STAGE 4

GCSE Drama is all about understanding what it is like to put you in somebody else’s shoes. You will play many parts in different imaginary situations. You will have the opportunity to create your own work as well as look at plays written by other people.
 
The Course is in three parts:
  • in part one you will use drama to express your feelings and ideas about a range of issues
  • in part two you will look at a play to see how a playwright expresses their ideas about a theme or topic and explore ways of making the play work on stage
  • in part three you will have the choice of being involved in the performance of a play from an existing script or one you can create yourselves
You will enjoy this course if you want to study a subject that is both practical and creative. You may have done some acting before or helped out backstage on a production. You may have always wanted to have a go at making a play, performing, making costumes, building a set or operating the lights but never had the chance. You will enjoy this course if you enjoy working as part of a team as Drama involves a lot of group work.
 
GCSE Drama follows on from drama work that you will have done at Key Stage 3 (years 8 and 9). You will develop your improvisation and acting skills to a higher level. You will also look at plays in more detail and look at different ways of bringing a script alive on stage.
 
EXAM – GCSE (Edexcel) Coursework 20%   Practical 40%   Practical Exam 40%
 
Further information from:  Mr Williams
Subject Specific Parents Letters