Year 13 Drama
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs K. Backhouse-Smith.
The Senior Drama course offers an exciting and dynamic exploration of theatre, combining practical skills with critical analysis. It emphasises the creation of original work, performance, and the study of technological aspects in theatre. Students will develop essential life skills such as teamwork, handling criticism, problem-solving, confidence, and time management.Throughout the course, students will investigate the role of New Zealand theatre, considering whether it serves to educate, heal, or entertain. They will explore different theatre forms and their relevance in contemporary society.
Practical components include applying drama elements, conventions, techniques, and technologies to create full-scale public performances and engaging with various scripted works. Students will also have the chance to devise their own pieces and develop scripts. Attendance at live theatre performances is encouraged and can contribute to the external written exam.
The course is designed for students in Years 11, 12, and 13, with assessments based on Level 2 and 3 credits, totalling between 12 and 18 credits.Overall, the course blends creativity with critical thinking, offering a comprehensive approach to understanding and producing theatre.
Recommended Prior Learning
Due to the group nature of all of the internal standards in this course, students who have a poor attendance record or choose to take a subject that requires major learning off campus may find it difficult to complete all group performance assessments.
Literacy rich subject
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Students are expected to attend live performance for materials and ideas to use in both their external and internal work.
Pathway
Tertiary courses available and many diverse careers in the Arts.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Drama 3.1 - Interpret scripted text to integrate drama techniques in performance
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Drama 3.3 - Interpret a text from a prescribed playwright to demonstrate knowledge of a theatre form or period
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Drama 3.4 - Select and use complex performance skills associated with a drama form or period
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Drama 3.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a significant production
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Drama 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of live drama performance
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 21
Students taking this course are eligible to be awarded this subject as part of the requirement for 14 credits in three University Entrance approved subjects.
Pathway Tags
Performer, Theatre maker, Stage manager, Arts administrator, Drama teacher, Drama therapist, Television production assistant, Radio presenter, Theatre director, Youth & community worker, Personnel manager, Social worker, Journalist, Marketing manager, Charities administrator, Script Writer, Critic, Editorial Assistant, Entrepreneur, Teacher, Human resources, Retail Management, Customer service, Sales and Communications, Project Manager, Event Management.,
Disclaimer
Course selection will depend on the option lines and student numbers. There is no guarantee that the courses you select now will all be available for you in 2024.