Drama

Head of Drama - Mr G Ball 

GCSE DRAMA

Year 10 and 11: AQA GCSE Drama Syllabus 4240.

Practical Coursework 60%:
Presentation and Process. Any two of the following units can be chosen for completion on the course:
Acting, Devised Thematic Work, Improvisation, Makeup, Sound and Lighting.

Written Examination 40%:
Section A: Practical work completed during the course.

EITHER
Section B: Questions based upon the study and performance of a scripted play.

OR

Section C: Questions based upon the study of a live performance seen during the course.

Year 9

The Year 9 syllabus serves as a wide-ranging introduction to the study and performance of theatre and drama. Through performance tasks and mini projects, key performance skills are developed.

• Voice
• Facial Expression
• Movement
• Use of Space
• Gesture

Key concepts and stylistic features are explored through a range of themed topics.

• Status
• Blocking
• Freeze Frame
• Character Relationships
• Flashback

In addition, technical elements are introduced

• Sound
• Lighting
• Stage Management
• Properties
• Make-up
• Theatre Management