Level 3 Drama
13DRAM Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms B. Cannan.
Recommended Prior LearningIn Level 3 Drama, students will interpret a diverse range of scripted drama and devise their own pieces for performance. Students view and reflect on the effectiveness of live theatre, will analyse classical and contemporary drama scripts and adapt the conventions of a theatre form to their own stagecraft. They will also research and apply the theories of drama practitioners such as Stanislavski.
As part of the Drama student’s external Drama Achievement standard, they are to view professional live theatre. In this course, students will view at least one live show a year. This is usually during school time and will cost approximately $30.
There is an emphasis on group work and strong attendance is required to ensure individual and group success.
The standards offered in this course or their timing may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Course Overview
Term 1
The focus for Term 1 is on Devised Theatre. Students will work in groups, or on their own, to create an original piece of drama based on stimuli. They are able to build in drama techniques, technologies and conventions while conveying a clear intention. Devised work helps develop empathy as well as storytelling in a physical way.
Term 2
The focus of Term 2 is on the class production. The teacher directs the students in an extended piece of theatre to be performed to a live audience. This is a collaborative effort that extends the students skills into a larger ensemble piece than their devised groups and offers more insight into sub-text and technologies.
Term 3
The focus of Term 3 is a study of theatre form. This involves learning about historical, social and political contexts as well as the author's life. There is physical exploration of the form as well as theory and helps prepare the students for the corresponding examination.
Term 4
Term 4 prepares the students for the two external examinations. The students experience robust discussion of big ideas as well as considering how these ideas are presented through the drama aspects.
Assessment Information
Students will complete three internals and two externals to gain a total of 22 credits.
Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Author, Dancer, Entertainer, Film/Television Camera Operator, Make-up Artist, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Early Childhood Teacher, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Horse Trainer, Model, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor
Course Material CostsStudents will be required to attend a live theatre performance during school time. This cost is usually between $20 and $30.