Drama and Theatre Studies

Course summary

The new specification demands practical, creative and communication skills in almost equal measure. Students will extend their ability to create drama and theatre, either in a performing or production role. They will also be required to write about drama and to develop their powers of analysis to become an informed critic. The course will involve taking part in drama productions, as well as studying plays and playwrights. Students will also be expected to see several productions by different companies. The course is designed to provide a balance, combining a range of activities including exploring plays, creating theatre, performing plays, developing directing skills, the analysis of theatre and the critical evaluation of all these elements. There is also a strong emphasis on the application of past practical experience to approaching new texts, and to capturing that experience in written work.