YR9 Options Booklet 2022

Subject: Performing Arts Tech Award
Option
Why study this subject?
The creative and performing arts course is a fantastic way to further your
acting, directing and creative skills. The course covers a range of exciting
theatrical skills such as voice work,
physical theatre, working with scripts and
devising drama. We have selected The
Performing Arts Tech Award Course as we
feel it is ideal for those students who
favour performing and more practical
based learning over a more theory based
qualification. The course is a brilliant way
for students to develop their love of
theatre and drama through exploring their own ideas and the work of others.
Students will also be given the opportunity to watch a range of different shows
over the two years.
What qualifications will I get at the end of the course?
Level 1 / 2 Tech Award in Performing Arts.
What can this qualification lead to afterwards?
Having a qualification in Drama, theatre and performing arts develops many
key skills that are crucial for a range of other educational and career options.
This qualification develops skills in leadership, directing, writing, team work,
acting, movement, confidence and devising. This course would allow students
to study further vocational options in Drama such as A Level Drama, Level 3
Tech Award Performing arts, RSL Acting Courses, LAMDA qualifications, drama
school courses and a range of degrees in Theatre and Acting (BA). The skills
you will gain by studying performing arts are well-respected by colleges and
universities and highly sought after in a wide range of jobs.
What topics will I study on this course?
Component 1: A study of different plays and scripts (assessed via
coursework)
Students will practically explore an exciting range of plays in different
theatrical styles. Students will then be expected to create a PowerPoint
presentation as part of their coursework which will be completed during
lesson time and marked by the teacher and examiner.
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