Drama

Students explore key concepts, such as time, place and space; identity and relationships; culture and communities through studying the development of theatre and a variety of different practioners. Students are able create individual and group pieces by experimenting with a wide variety of different theatre genres and techniques.

Course content

Years 7 - 9

Year 7
Through studying Greek Theatre, Commedia D’elle Arte and Shakespeare students can make connections between the different genres and styles, learning skills and techniques through scripted and improvised performance.

Year 8
The focus of identity is explored through gothic and horror genres, using scripts, film, melodrama and make-up to create exciting and interesting pieces.

Year 9
Specific elements of theatre are explored through radio plays, Brecht, Shakespeare and a modern script, allowing students to use and adapt their knowledge and understanding in imaginative and engaging ways.

Years 10 & 11

GCSE Drama is broken down into three components: an improvised performance, a scripted performance and a written examination based on a specific text and on a professional performance. Students are to produce individual work and group performances.