Drama Subject Leader: Mrs C Maiello/Mrs R Gibbs
Year 9
Every student in year 9 follows courses which are tailored to the criteria set by the National Curriculum and the Arts Council. Year 9 can follow two courses, one curriculum and one enrichment.
Curriculum
The Curriculum course allows the students to explore a range of social, historical and cultural issues through the medium of Drama. They will be required to utilize a range of skills, acting, directing, problem solving and team building. They also have the opportunity to evaluate their work and the work of others in a range of formats.
Enrichment
The enrichment course for Year 9 is where the students are involved in a number of activities which will enable them to personalize their own learning. It differs from the main curriculum in that the students have the opportunity to choose their own path. They initiate projects, take part in a range of Arts activities and record their experiences.
Students will also have the opportunity to take part in the Year 9 show which rehearses in the Summer Term.
Year 10
Drama GCSE
Who should choose this subject?
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Students who are interested in performing themselves and watching professional actors performing plays at the theatre.
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Students who want the opportunity to develop social and communication skills and to learn about the art of performance.
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Students who are committed to working closely with others and using their creative ideas.
What will be studied?
Students will have opportunities to develop:
- Creative and imaginative powers and practical skills for communicating and expressing ideas, feelings and meanings in drama.
- Investigative, analytical, experimental and interpretative capabilities, aesthetic understanding and critical skills. Understanding of drama forms and awareness of contexts in which they operate.
- Knowledge and understanding of drama within a social, cultural and historical context.
Assessment:
Unit 1 Drama Exploration (practical) - 30%
Unit 2 Exploring Play Texts/Response to Live Theatre - 30%
Unit 3 Drama Performance - 40%
Examination Board:
Edexcel, Syllabus 1699