Drama and Theatre Studies is an intellectually challenging and artistically rewarding subject that explores the history of drama and analyses the theatrical forms, practitioners and stylistic approaches that take a production from page to stage. The course is designed to instill a thorough understanding of both practice and theory and offers plenty of scope for development of performance-based skills. You will take part in a variety of practical workshops and have the opportunity to study play texts, look at different theatre practitioners and companies as well as performing your own work, both scripted and devised. You will also learn and apply directing skills practically and to texts studied. As a student on the Drama and Theatre Studies course, you will be expected to see as much live theatre as possible and to actively explore new ideas and forms of performance. Trips to see professional productions in a variety of regional venues are organised on a regular basis and you will learn how to analyse and critically deconstruct these experiences, as well as other works you study or create yourself. The more productions you see, the wider your knowledge and experience will become! As with other Performing Arts subjects, the dedication, motivation, teamwork, confidence and organisational skills that underpin success will add genuine value to any university, apprenticeship or employment application.
- You don’t need to have previously studied Drama GCSE to do the course. However, you must have an interest in the subject, be prepared to work practically and to go to the theatre. This is why we ask for is a committed attitude and willingness to learn and work with others - 5 GCSE's grades 4-9
The course is assessed by a number of methods including a mixture of written examinations and practical assessments. The practical assessments involve performing and/or designing for published plays as well as creating your own original piece of theatre in a devising process. All practical work has supporting evidence where you will reflect on and analyse your processes and work. Live theatre and set texts are covered in the written papers where students respond analytically in essays and extended responses.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Ofsted Rating | Serious Weaknesses |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Christian Head, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4HA |
Drama and Theatre Studies is an intellectually challenging and artistically rewarding subject that explores the history of drama and analyses the theatrical forms, practitioners and stylistic approaches that take a production from page to stage. The course is designed to instill a thorough understanding of both practice and theory and offers plenty of scope for development of performance-based skills. You will take part in a variety of practical workshops and have the opportunity to study play texts, look at different theatre practitioners and companies as well as performing your own work, both scripted and devised. You will also learn and apply directing skills practically and to texts studied. As a student on the Drama and Theatre Studies course, you will be expected to see as much live theatre as possible and to actively explore new ideas and forms of performance. Trips to see professional productions in a variety of regional venues are organised on a regular basis and you will learn how to analyse and critically deconstruct these experiences, as well as other works you study or create yourself. The more productions you see, the wider your knowledge and experience will become! As with other Performing Arts subjects, the dedication, motivation, teamwork, confidence and organisational skills that underpin success will add genuine value to any university, apprenticeship or employment application.
- You don’t need to have previously studied Drama GCSE to do the course. However, you must have an interest in the subject, be prepared to work practically and to go to the theatre. This is why we ask for is a committed attitude and willingness to learn and work with others - 5 GCSE's grades 4-9
The course is assessed by a number of methods including a mixture of written examinations and practical assessments. The practical assessments involve performing and/or designing for published plays as well as creating your own original piece of theatre in a devising process. All practical work has supporting evidence where you will reflect on and analyse your processes and work. Live theatre and set texts are covered in the written papers where students respond analytically in essays and extended responses.