Welcome to Drama

What will we be doing in Year 7?

During your Drama lessons in Year 7 at RMS we cover 6 main topics:

Topic 1: Introduction to Drama - We will learn some basic drama techniques and will work in groups to create short performances.

Topic 2: Melodrama - We will learn about stock characters and create over-exaggerated mimed performances using them.

Topic 3: Improvisation - We will look at spontaneous and rehearsed improvisation using prompts to create both short and long-form improvisation.

Topic 4: Devising - We will explore how to create a performance using non-naturalistic acting conventions.

Topic 5: Scripted Drama - We will explore how to use a script, learn lines, identify stage directions, block a scene and develop character.

Top 6: The Tempest - We will work as a whole class to develop and perform an ensemble physical theatre piece based on the opening scenes of The Tempest.

As a department we aim to create a safe environment that will help you build confidence and communication skills by working as a part of a team.

Extra Curricular

Each year we put on regular after school activities that lead up to a final performance -

September - December: Whole school Musical Theatre performance
(2023: The Wind in the Willows, 2022: Chicago, 2021: Annie)

January - March: House Performing Arts (an inter-house competition where students show off their performance skills to raise money for their house charities)

January - July: Essence Theatre Showcase (a project that each year looks to broaden students’ experiences of different styles of Drama)