Year 10 Drama 2022
Term One
Realism - Monologue
In this semester, students will be delving into the concept of Realism by studying the philosophy of Konstantine Stanislavki. They will gain knowledge about the techniques required to stage a performance effectively while also developing the skills to build character. Moreover, the students will participate in scriptwriting exercises to enhance their ability to create their monologues for performance.
Term Two
Group Stimulus Inspired Performance
Group Stimulus - This unit allows students to work collaboratively in creating a devised group performance. Students will utilise acting skills and techniques from the previous units and incorporate them into their group performance. Students will also document their progress and development within a log book.
Term Three
Dramatic Form- Ancient Greek Drama
Students will learn how Greek tragedy developed from oral storytelling traditions. They will explore the layout and design of a Greek stage and the technical elements with which Greek theatre was performed. Students will learn about how the Ancient Greeks used theatrical performances to honour the god, Dionysos and learn the difference between Tragedy, Comedy, and Satyr Plays. Students will explore the themes most often present in Ancient Greek Plays and how those themes inform us about Ancient Greek values. Students will also learn about important plays and playwrights from Ancient Greece. Assessment will be a group performance demonstrating Ancient Greek Drama Acting Techniques and an individual portfolio design focussing on adaptation/transformation from page to stage.
The Greek Chorus
Greek Theatre
Part 1
Greek Theatre
Part 2
Key Terms
Greek Theatre
Oedipus
Crash Course Literature
Antigone
National Theatre
Creating Chorus Pace Exercise
National Theatre
Creating Chorus Building Choreography
National Theatre
Antigone 'The Chorus'
National Theatre
Introduction to Greek Theatre
Introduction to Greek Tragedy
Origins of Greek Drama
Tragedy Lessons from Aristotle
Adapting a Greek play for a modern audience
National Theatre - The World of Commedia
Commedia Dell'arte - Character Shape
Commedia Dell'arte - Historical Overview
Commedia Language
Commedia - Emotion
Pantalone
Zanni
Pulcinella
Arlecchino
Dottore
Capitano
Strega - The Witch
Term Four
Production Elements Class Play / Individual Project
Production Research and Development
In a collaboration with the entire class, a scripted drama is creatively rehearsed, resulting in the production of a polished piece of theatre. Students will be assessed on their participation in rehearsals, performing and staging elements and skills. Students will take what they have learned over the last three terms and utilise their new knowledge, skills and inspiration to create a class production of a selected play.
Students will also be assessed on an individual component through a chosen project on one of the following
Critical Analysis (Portfolio of Theatre Criticism)
Design Set
Design Program and Poster
Design Costume