Level 2 Drama
12DRA Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs M. Hale.
Recommended Prior LearningThere are no prerequisites for this course however language-rich subjects are beneficial.
Level 2 Drama
The Level Two course comprises both external and internal Drama Achievement Standards. The course offers writing, researching, and performance-based standards in a supportive, fun, and rewarding environment.
Drama challenges students to make meaning of their world and provides knowledge and skills that are transferable to various work-related contexts. This course encourages students to take on new challenges and aims to get students out of the classroom and into new environments. Level Two drama students will be exposed to a range of aspects within creative industries; television filming, lighting workshops, and attending live theatre.
There are some opportunities to work individually but a core element of this course is working with others, so the willingness to be part of a team is essential.
Course Overview
Term 1
Students will explore a range of topical issues; selecting one to create a performance around. During this term, there will be an opportunity to attend live theatre in preparation for the exam in Term Four.
Term 2
This term focuses on the nature of a script - writing, editing, performing. This will explore stage vs screen and develop an understanding of stagecraft, voice, and teamwork. During this term, there will be an opportunity to attend live theatre in preparation for the exam in Term Four.
Term 3
Term 3 provides students with the option to select a practical assessment or a research-based assessment. The focus for this will be a play script and writer as chosen by the class. During this term, there will be an opportunity to attend live theatre in preparation for the exam in Term Four.
Term 4
This term will be focused on revision for the external exam.
Pathway
Confidence, public speaking, creative thinking, ability to analyse, relating to others, and being able to develop ideas are valuable skills this course focuses on. These skills underpin a range of vocations including; Law, Marketing, Business, Human Relations, Politics, and Education.
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryThere may be a cost involved for viewing live theatre.
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