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Component 1: The written exam is 1 hour and 45 minutes . It is worth 40% of the GCSE
Component 3: The scripted exam is worth 20% of your GCSE.
BBC Bitesize drama. Full of information re: roles and responsibilities, use of space, set, lighting. Drama terminology is also used. https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/subjects/zbckjxs
Section A:
Keep revising theatre roles and responsibilities; who is responsible for the different sections of the theatre?
Continue to revise staging configurations and stage directions.
Section B:
Re-read the play. You need to clearly understand the social, cultural and historical context, characters and plot.
Select an extract- revise how would you approach this as a designer a performer and a director. Annotate your script with these ideas.
Create a mind map for each of the main characters in the play considering emotions and personality traits- where are they seen? Can you then find a linking moment to support?
Use the script to plot detailed character developments and journeys.
Practice exam questions in timed conditions
Open up the play to any page and choose a character. Practice writing your Point - what you would aim to show for that character and why? Describe how you would practically show that using vocal and physical skills
Section C:
Use your detailed notes from your live theatre visit to revise how the different theatrical elements came together in the performance.
Re: watch key scenes- narrate what you see vocally and physically to develop your use of terminology and understanding.
Select key scenes from across the play and create mind maps for the characters. Include describing words, practical terminology in order to highlight what was happening. Include your personal response to this moment how do you feel as an audience member?
Practice exam questions in timed conditions
Learn your lines-this will allow for greater character exploration.
Arrive at rehearsals with a practical idea. This will allow you to begin working immediately.
Develop character work: try hot seating, off text improvisation.
Rehearse with sound and lighting.
Consider and try different uses of stage space and set in your performance
Share your performance with others- use their feedback to develop your work.
When not performing you should direct and shape the work of others.
Film your work and watch back to be able to self-evaluate effectively and make changes.