YEAR 11 - Broughton Hall High School

DramaMr M ManganMrs PedenMr JonesCONTROLLED ASSESSMENT / VISITING EXAMINEREDEXCEL SpecificationCOURSE DESCRIPTIONThere are 3 units:GCSE Drama1. Exploring Drama in a practical way with a controlled Assessment and writtencommentary2. Exploring Play Texts focusing on characters, interpretations of plays anddesign implications - with a Controlled Assessment and written commentary.3. Drama Performance - devised or scripted / play - performance to anaudience including a visiting examiner30%30%40%During the course you will be given opportunities to attend live theatre performances.This an essential part of this course.This course is designed for you to be:-Confident in standing up in front of an audience and performing in public?Confident in your ability and willingness to not be self conscious and embarrassed in front of your peers andadults?Excited at the thought of ―losing yourself‖ in another character in devised or scripted drama?Willing to work collaboratively and creatively in putting a production togetherReady for the sheer hard work and discipline that are required for rehearsals and performances?Someone who has an excellent attendance record, as much of the work is done in groups.WHY IS DRAMA S0 IMPORTANT?Drama is a subject that helps build self confidence and promotes team work. It is useful for a number of careers,particularly those which involve interpersonal communication skills.25