Drama

Course summary

Course content The Eduqas AS/A level in Drama and Theatre offers a practical and challenging course of study which encourages learners to: develop and apply an informed, analytical framework for making, performing, interpreting and understanding drama and theatre understand the place of relevant theoretical research in informing the processes and practices involved in creating theatre and the place of practical exploration in informing theoretical knowledge of drama and theatre develop an understanding and appreciation of how the social, cultural and historical contexts of performance texts have influenced the development of drama and theatre understand the practices used in twenty-first century theatre making experience a range of opportunities to create theatre, both published textbased and devised work. participate as a theatre maker and as an audience member in live theatre understand and experience the collaborative relationship between various roles within theatre develop and demonstrate a range of theatre making skills develop the creativity and independence to become effective theatre makers adopt safe working practices as a theatre maker analyse and evaluate their own work and the work of others AS and A level in Drama and Theatre is an exciting and inspiring course which prepares learners for Higher Education. This highly practical specification provides learners with the opportunity to work as either performers or designers on three different performances. They also study three different texts through a series of practical workshops and classroom study which are assessed in final exams. Other skills developed This course will bring together personal experience and the framework of knowledge and skills needed to develop an understanding of drama and theatre arts. Career value This course can lead to further study in Drama, Theatre Studies and Performing Arts in higher education at degree or HND level. It can broaden your studies and may lead to a career in the performing arts and leisure industries. Drama and Theatre Studies complements a range of subjects such as English, Psychology, Media Studies, History, Philosophy, Art and Music and is useful in building confidence and improving presentation skills in a range of careers. A student’s view “Drama offers a positive working environment. It encourages creative and imaginative work. This subject is highly suitable for students with creative imagination, excellent motivation and self-discipline Many issues are explored through improvisation and text. Drama has increased my selfconfidence and developed my ability to relate to other people.”