DRAMA & THEATRE

Course summary

Who is the course for? Students interested in the theory and performance of Drama. What can it lead to? Higher Education courses, such as degrees in Drama, Theatre Studies or related subjects, as well as careers in the performing arts industry. What will I study? This course gives you a broad understanding of theatre studies and drama in both practical and theoretical contexts. You’ll learn performance and directing skills and will also study important contemporary plays, which will develop your analytical and evaluative skills. You’ll attend workshop activities and lectures/discussions to explore drama, and theatre trips to enable you to evaluate live theatre and personal roles. How will I be taught? A combination of whole class teaching, workshop activities and rehearsals.