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Drama - Key Stage 4

Drama
 
What is a GCSE in Drama?
The practical nature of this subject and the work it entails makes this a popular subject. It provides the opportunity to develop more detailed and powerful drama than in the lower school.
 
Areas which will be covered over the two years are:
 
·             The practical drama will help you develop your performance skills in improvisation, devised work and scripted work.
·             You also have to write essays about the plays that you perform and other plays that you see, in preparation for exams and written part of coursework.
 
 
How will I be assessed?
60% Coursework
You will choose from a wide range of options including acting, improvisation, devised thematic work or technical optics like lighting or design.
 
40% Written paper
You will study a play and answer questions on how you would play a particular role. You will also answer a question on a live production you have watched during your course.
 
What will I learn?
 
  • How to communicate in both speech and body language
  • Voice and movement control
  • How to plan and revise presentations
  • Leadership skills and how to co-operate and work in a group
  • Self-confidence
  • Drama and theatre arts skills
 
Possible pathways from this subject:
Careers
  • Theatre
  • TV/film production
  • TV/film acting
  • Dance
  • Creative arts
College courses
  • Drama and Theatre Studies A/AS level
  • Performing Arts/Media BTEC National Certificate
  • Film Studies A/AS level
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Further information from Mr Eggett, teacher in charge of KS4 Drama
Last Modified: 17/11/2006
Drama
  • Drama - Key Stage 4
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