Level 2 Drama
12DRA Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms J. Druitt.
Recommended Prior LearningNo prerequisites.
This course prepares students for NCEA Level 2. Students will:
- Learn acting technique, focusing on the theories of Stanislavski and Laban
- Take on a role in a significant production to a public audience
- Study a theatre style e.g. - Brechtian theatre or Physical Theatre to contrast with naturalism
- Explore devised theatre, where students will create their own, original drama around a topic or text
- Sit a written external examination in which students demonstrate their understanding of drama within live performances they have seen
The Year 12 production requires commitment from students outside of class time. They should be prepared to commit to a weekend rehearsal and 2 evenings for performance. The dates of the out-of-class rehearsals will be provided at the start of the year.
Students will be offered the opportunity to attend a range of performances in preparation for writing critical responses required in their external examination. They will also view performances that have been video recorded. Students maintain an ongoing digital folder of written work in order to prepare for this examination and keep reflective records of their work.
Learning Areas:
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
The course leads to Year 13 Drama and Drama Scholarship and University and Performing Arts Courses such as the National School of Dance and Drama, Toi Whakaari (BA.and Diploma in Stage Technology), Auckland and Victoria University Drama degrees, Unitec Stage, Screen Arts or Theatre Technology degrees. It also feeds into AUT Bachelor of Communication Studies.
Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Dancer, Entertainer, Make-up Artist, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Early Childhood Teacher, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Private Teacher/Tutor, Barrister, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Film and Video Editor, Author, Baker, Journalist, Communications Professional, Technical Writer, Editor, Radio Presenter, Photographer, Television Presenter
Course Costs and Equipment/ Stationery requirements$30 per performance for optional theatre visits. Two or three a year will be offered to students.
| Description | Type | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Theatre Viewing | Voluntary | $55.00 |
| $55.00 | ||