Drama and Theatre Studies

Course summary

The course is designed for students who have a strong interest in acting but are also keen to improve there directing, analysing and devising skills. It has a balance of practical and written activities to enable students to develop a wide range of knowledge linked to drama and theatre. Students will explore, create, perform and analyse theatre in a detailed way throughout their study. The course is a 2-year A-level course which covers the following three components: Component 1: Devising (internally assessed – portfolio and practical) 40% Component 2: Text in performance (Externally assessed practical via visiting examiner) 20% Component 3: Interpreting a performance text (externally assessed Written exam) 40% Across Components 1,2, 3 you will: • Perform a devised piece, scripted performance and monologue/duologue • Study at least 2 contrasting practitioners • Study 5 different play texts • Watch al least two pieces of live theatre • Study at least two theatrical periods in history