Component 1 – 40% – Devising – marked internally, moderated externally
You will take part in creating and developing a devised piece of theatre using a stimulus as a starting point. The two parts of the assessment are:
1. A portfolio covering the creating and developing process and analysis and evaluation of this process. (75% of marks)
2. A devised performance. (25% of marks)
Component 2 – 20% – Performance from Text – examined externally
You will take part in lessons and workshops to develop and hone your skills of interpreting plays and bringing a performance text from “page to stage”. This will culminate in your preparing a performance of two key extracts from one play text: a visiting examiner from the Board will assess you in your performance exam.
Component 3 – 40% – Theatre Makers in Practice – examined externally
In this unit you will work towards a 90-minute written exam for which you will study a set performance text through practical exploration; and you will see a play at the theatre and analyse the performance (writing some evaluation notes to take into the exam). You will answer questions on both plays in the exam.
Why study Drama
Drama is not just for actors. Drama offers fantastic opportunities for developing social skills, critical and creative thinking skills, and team working abilities. It is a great confidence builder and develops analytical and problem-solving skills.