Drama and Theatre Studies

Course summary

The A level in Drama covers a wide variety of different dramatic styles and prepares the student for further opportunities within the industry. In year one, we explore a devising project focusing on a specific style of theatre and this is explored thoroughly within workshops before the exploration process in groups and this process is documented within a working notebook. In year two, a variety of plays are explored practically and this culminates in a final assessed practical performance of one of the plays studied. This is shown to an examiner and is accompanied by a reflective report of the practical journey. Alongside the two years of study, we also explore two set texts which prepares the students for their written examination and this is combined with honing skills of responding to live theatre, which is also included in the written examination. The course is a busy, energetic and varied diet of theatrical content and is hugely rewarding for those studying.