9 Drama

Drama

Subject Length: 1 Semester

Subject Fee: No cost

If you would like to develop your self-confidence through games and performances (both scripted and self-devised), then Drama is for you!  In this class, you will have the opportunity to build your skills and knowledge about acting in the theatre by playing games, learning about a range of theatre practitioners and developing performances to present to your peers – and have fun in the process.

What is studied?

Within this subject student learning is based upon the following key knowledge and concepts:

●        Improvisation

●        Character Development

●        Script analysis

●        Naturalism and Non-Naturalism

●        Ensemble building

What type of work is done?

Within this subject student learning is developed and assessed through:

●        Play through Drama games

●        Script Writing

●        Live Performances

●        Peer reviews

Additional Information

Students will create original performances based on different stimuli.  

Future Pathways: Completion of year 9 Drama will allow students to proceed to VCE Drama Units 1-4 and related VET applied certificate.