1. Welcome to A Level Drama and Theatre Studies
By the end of this course you will:
Have a thorough understanding of a range of theatre practitioners and be able to apply their theories practically.
Rehearse and perform in a variety of scripted and devised productions which incorporate a range of performance skills and techniques.
Analyse and evaluate texts and live theatre.
Splendid Theatre performing Odyssey 2015
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2. A level Drama and Theatre
You will study...
In Year 12
Modern theatre companies and practitioners. You will devise your own piece, perform it and complete coursework on the process.
You will watch a professional play and evaluate it.
Study a play text (Such as Machinal or Equus) in practice.
You will study...
In Year 13
A second play text (such as Woyzeck) and from the perspective of a particular practitioner such as Brecht or Artaud. You will also take on the role of director.
Performance technique through a play (focusing on a particular style) and monologue. Performance exam.
You will watch a professional play and evaluate it.
Coursework is very different to the current GCSE coursework – there is less of it!
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Emphasis on practical work – performances, workshops and shows each year

3. A level Drama and Theatre Studies
2015 Department Performance
91% A*-C A2 grades 2015
92% A-C AS grades 2016
34% A*-A A2 grades 2016
Over a quarter of students at AS level received an A grade in 2015.
Course requirements
College entry requirements: 5 grade in GCSE English Literature and B in Drama is preferable
A desire to experience, experiment and study drama and theatre
Department contact details
Ms Melody Britton
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4. Yr 12 trip to brave new world Oct 2015
GCE Drama and Theatre Studies
What skills are needed?
Creativity, commitment, desire, passion for theatre
Essay writing skills – analysis, evaluation, synthesise
Teamwork and communication skills
Being apply to apply theory practically and work in different ways and styles.
Expectations and workload
Internal assessments (written and practical)
1-2 homework assignments completed per week (essays or practical work/rehearsal)
Visits to the theatre to develop cultural and creative awareness and an evaluative eye.
Independent reading to support classroom learning
Afterschool rehearsals
Yr 12 trip to brave new world Oct 2015
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