AQA A Level Drama and Theatre Studies
What’s it about?
This course gives you the opportunity to explore plays in both performance and a theoretical context. In the first year you will study practitioners in depth and you will prepare a devised piece in the style of a practitioner for internal examination, as well as documenting your process through a portfolio. You will also study extracts from key texts and perform monologues and a group performance. You will participate in workshops exploring techniques in order to develop your skills and theory. You will also sit a written exam based on your study of two texts and your interpretation of them. You will attend a live theatre performance and as part of the written exam evaluate using the theory you have learned throughout the course.
Entry Requirements:
We would recommend a grade 6 at GCSE Drama or BTEC Level 2 Merit in Performing Arts.
Contacts:
Mrs. S. Watson – Director of Teaching and Learning
The Canterbury Academy Sixth Form
Course Content:
A total of three components:
Component 1: Devising
Component 2: Text in Performance
Component 3: Theatre Makers in Practice
Assessment:
A mixture of practical assessments, written assignments and examinations.
Progression:
Vocation
This course will develop performance skills, give you opportunities to take part in theatre productions and learn about the industry and could give you the first step to a career in the entertainment industry.
Academic
A Level Drama and Theatre Studies can provide you with a foundation of knowledge and experience to successfully apply to drama schools or universities to study drama and related subjects.