Drama and Theatre Studies

Course summary

This course offers you the opportunity to examine all elements of drama and theatre. You will develop skills in acting, theatrical design, directing, communication, creativity and the ability to work as part of a team. You will study a wide range of different theatrical styles. You will study plays from a practical perspective as well as create your own original work. You will study modern theatre practitioners in addition to the theory of traditional practitioners. You will be assessed through practical performances/design work and written work. You will analyse and evaluate your practical understanding of theatre, both professional work and your own performance material. You will develop a detailed understanding of what makes good theatre and how to create it. Here are some examples of the course units studied: • Devising New Theatrical Work • Understanding Performance Texts • Drama Practitioners • Acting • Theatrical Design • Directing • Analysing and Evaluating Performances