NCEA Level 2 Drama

Aims

Refine communication skills in a curious, constructive, creative environment
Enhance effective innovation, collaboration and problem solving skills by creating unique Drama
Integrate critical thinking through cycles of planning, action and reflection
Use communication skills cohesively
Use traditional and new technologies to engage in performance while critically analysing your own and other creators' practices

Content

Drama creation - Select and refine the use of techniques, conventions and technologies in specific dramatic forms.

Drama creation - Research, critically evaluate and refine ideas to develop drama in specific dramatic forms.

Drama performance - Rehearse and perform works in arrange of dramatic forms, respond to and make critical judgments about rehearsal processes and performance.

Drama perspectives - Research the purposes of production, performance and technologies of drama in a range of contexts, including New Zealand drama

Assessment

There will be a variety of internally and externally assessed standards selected from below. Performances - ranging in scale - with at least one evening performance (which involves at least one technical and one dress rehearsal outside of class time). A portfolio with a variety of evidence (photo’s, graphs, sketches, lists, scripts, plans, observations and evaluations) is collated to support the practical work.

Qualification gained

Full course completion — 18 credits in NCEA Drama Level 2

This subject has links with

English, History, Music, Design, Dance, Photography, Art

Prior knowledge required

NCEA Level 1 Drama preferred

NCEA Level 1 Dance would be beneficial

Next Step

NCEA Drama Level 3

Achievement Standard

91213 2.2 4 Credits Internal Apply drama techniques in a group within a scripted context
91214 2.3 4 Credits Internal Structure, record and perform drama using elements and conventions
91218 2.6 5 Credits Internal Perform a substantial acting, technical or production role
91219 2.7 5 Credits External Apply knowledge of and make judgements about drama processes and performance in a new context

Course contribution: $90 indicative amount, may be subject to change.

Attending a live performances, script purchases, costume/prop hire/purchase.

Comfortable mufti is essential to move freely in this class - Active wear/thermals and gym shoes/canvas/jazz shoes are necessary course equipment.

A visual diary, a computer and a memory stick are useful tools in this learning environment.