Drama and Theatre Studies

Course summary

Since the emphasis in most GCSE Drama and Theatre Arts courses is on improvisation, devised work and/or performing, the A Level in Drama and Theatre deliberately focuses on working with plays. In this way the course aims to bridge the gap between GCSE and A Level Drama by providing an opportunity to study plays from the point of view of the director, designer, performer and critic. The qualification is designed to enable students to acquire a knowledge and understanding of the language of drama and theatre as well as to develop their performing and analytical skills.