Drama and Theatre A level is a dynamic and exciting subject that introduces you to the world and wonder of live theatrical performance. You will learn about, engage with, and develop an understanding of theatre practitioners and contemporary styles of performance, and will bring text to life through characterization and performance skills. The course will enable you to broaden your knowledge and understanding of current playwrights, classical texts, and theoretical understanding of the genres and processes of recognized theatre practitioners. This course is engaging, practical, and academic and as a well-regarded subject can lead to further study at the degree level in a wide variety of pathways.
We ask that students entering the Sixth Form have a minimum of 7 GCSEs or equivalent qualifications with 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 plus 2 at Grade 5 or above. A G5 or above in GCSE Drama or a Merit or above in BTEC Performing Arts Level 2 are essential for Drama and Theatre. GCSE English or English Literature at a minimum of G6 is also required.
Component 1: Devising Theatre (40%) - Practical coursework Component 2: Performance of Text (20%) - Practical exam Component 3: Theatre Makers in Practice (40%) - Written exam
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Station Road, Pershore, WR10 2BX |
Drama and Theatre A level is a dynamic and exciting subject that introduces you to the world and wonder of live theatrical performance. You will learn about, engage with, and develop an understanding of theatre practitioners and contemporary styles of performance, and will bring text to life through characterization and performance skills. The course will enable you to broaden your knowledge and understanding of current playwrights, classical texts, and theoretical understanding of the genres and processes of recognized theatre practitioners. This course is engaging, practical, and academic and as a well-regarded subject can lead to further study at the degree level in a wide variety of pathways.
We ask that students entering the Sixth Form have a minimum of 7 GCSEs or equivalent qualifications with 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 plus 2 at Grade 5 or above. A G5 or above in GCSE Drama or a Merit or above in BTEC Performing Arts Level 2 are essential for Drama and Theatre. GCSE English or English Literature at a minimum of G6 is also required.
Component 1: Devising Theatre (40%) - Practical coursework Component 2: Performance of Text (20%) - Practical exam Component 3: Theatre Makers in Practice (40%) - Written exam