So what do you mean, “study”??

Year 11 Drama Yes, you have two papers. 1.3 – Demonstrate understanding of features of a drama theatre form. ( e.g. MELODRAMA) 1.7 – Demonstrate understanding of the use of drama aspects within live performance.

What do I need to know? Lets start with 1.3 What are the elements and techniques typical of a stock character – e.g. the Villain? Elements = role, symbol, focus, tension, contrast, Techniques = voice, body, movement, space.

How does technology show a key idea typical of Melodrama? Technologies = music, costume, lighting, set and props.

How is a moment of tension created to convey a key message. Key messages: good vs. evil; love will always win; crime doesn’t pay.

Now on to 1.7 This is in two parts 1.A play that you have acted in. 2.A play that you have seen.

How were drama techniques used to develop a relationship between two characters in a play you have acted in? Techniques = voice, body, movement, space. Relationships = e.g. the Beast and Policemen from the play Cage.

How was costume used to show ideas in a live performance? e.g. Pocket watches in Around the World in 80 Days. Key idea – “the importance of TIME”

How was a convention used to show key ideas in a live drama performance? e.g. Asides in Around the World in 80 Days told the audience of Dec. Fix’s plans/motivations. Developed dramatic irony.

Rules You must write in paragraph with a proper introduction. You may be asked to draw/sketch a diagram – this is useful. REMEMBER to label anything you draw (e.g. parts of a costume) You must remember the names of plays and playwrights. Be clear in your answer and write neatly.

How to revise effectively: Go public Make a detailed revision timetable on a large piece of paper (A3 at least) and post it up somewhere that everyone can see it. That way, everyone knows what you are meant to be studying and when. Strangely enough, letting other people know your plans actually lightens the load, because then it's not just down to you to motivate yourself. Catch the worm Just like those wriggling soil-dwellers, facts are at their most available and digestible first thing in the morning. Start at 9am, and you can get the bulk of your revision done early, so you don't spend the rest of the day feeling crushed under the weight of unread A4 folders. De-digitalise You should unplug your computer or laptop, as it's simply too tempting to go off roaming the wide, open spaces of Facbook or Trade Me.

Believe in bananas Take a leaf out of the top tennis players' book and make use of this potassium-rich performance-enhancer to raise your energy levels. When Federer and Nadal need a lift, they don't reach for a courtside cup of black coffee, they dip into their kitbags and unzip a banana. Walk it off After learning some quality information, go for a walk. Studies show that exercising after study helps to retain 40% more information than if you blob out in front of the telly. Quality time Ask friends over for a revision session. With things like dates and vocabulary, it's always better if someone else is testing you, rather than you testing yourself (and peeking at the answers).

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