Drama: Theatre and Performance

This full year drama course is designed to improve your acting skills and explore a variety of theatre forms and styles. Throughout the year you have the opportunity to take charge of your learning and collaborate with your peers. Throughout the course you will keep a journal to document your research and reflections. This practice will deepen your understanding of drama vocabulary and allow for you to create a portfolio of your creative achievements throughout the year.  

Unit One - Verbatim Theatre 

You will start by creating a performance inspired by Verbatim theatre, where real life stories serve as your starting point. You will study a verbatim play text This project will encourage you to take ownership of the process by giving you the opportunity to explore issues that resonate with you. Your performance will be performed at the end of term two.

Unit Two - Scripted Performance

Next, you’ll work on a scripted performance that will be performed  on our school stage. This project will help you grow as a performer, performing live will not only showcase your skills, but also foster confidence and stage presence.