Drama
Why choose this subject?
Drama is a subject which can benefit students in a multitude of ways. It develops confidence, creativity, the ability to think on your feet and work with others, the opportunity to explore and analyse behaviours and the time to build upon skills that are imperative to future employment and experiences.
What will the course cover?
Practical performance skills
The ability to analyse drama
Exploration of a live theatre performance
Knowledge of the workings of a theatre
Design skills
Text based drama, and devised drama
The study of a set text
How is this course assessed?
Drama is assessed both practically and theoretically through a combination of performance, coursework and a written exam, split into three components:
Component 1 - Devising log and devised performance
Devising log (coursework)
Devised performance (internally examined performance in front of a live audience)
Devised evaluation (completed under exam conditions)
Component 2 - Scripted performance
Scripted performance (externally examined performance in front of a live audience)
Component 3 - Written exam of 1 hour and 30 minutes assessing:
Knowledge and understanding of drama and theatre
Study of a set play
Analysis and evaluation of a live theatre performance
What can this course lead on to?
By taking drama the possibilities are endless. Whether it is your passion to perform or work in a theatre or just an opportunity to improve your confidence, drama provides you with vital skills which will be required for a multitude of pathways and employment in your future. Drama provides access to A-levels, apprenticeships, university and employment.
WJEC-Eduqas-GCSE-Drama-specification.pdf.pdfWho can tell me more about this subject?
Miss Coward, Teacher of Drama.
Mrs Price , Faculty Leader of PE and Performing Arts