L2 Drama
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs A. Motion.
This subject is offered to students who have a strong interest in the Performing Arts. The course includes taking part in the class production, the study of a theatre form, and the study of acting techniques. Emphasis will be placed on the practical and performance aspects of Drama. Students will be expected to take part in class workshop situations. Written reflection and analysis are important parts of the course. Trips to live theatre performances are a requirement for the external exam and the appropriate Drama black clothing along with a workbook.
Equipment/Stationery and Contributions (indicative only)
EQUIPMENT/STATIONERY:
In addition to a laptop computer and some general stationery, specific items for each course will be confirmed at the beginning of each school year.
As an indication, for this course you are likely to need:
- A5 Notepad
Pathway
Credit Information (standards listed are indicative only and are subject to change)
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for course endorsement.
External
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Drama 2.1 - Apply drama techniques in a scripted context
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Drama 2.2 - Devise and perform a drama to realise an intention
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Drama 2.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a scripted production
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Drama 2.7 - Discuss drama elements, techniques, conventions and technologies within live performance
Optional Assessments
This course offers the following optional standards, which will be agreed upon in consultation with your teacher.
External
NZQA Info
Drama 2.8 - Script a scene suitable for drama performance
Disclaimer
Although we aim to enable every learner to be enrolled in their preferred courses, your selection does not guarantee a course will be available, or that you have approval to take a selected course. Final course confirmation is in January and depends on your final results, and in some cases, class sizes and staff availability.