Drama and Theatre Studies

Course summary

The A Level course look at the totality of what makes successful theatre, from conception to realisation. Students will be provided with access to the best resources in contemporary theatre through regular theatre visits, workshops and the excellent facilities we have available in the purpose built JCS block and Performance Hall. Drama A Level at Tormead is very much a hands-on process where much time is spent thinking, creating and doing. Every component must be developed using the techniques and working methods of either an influential theatre practitioner or a recognised theatre company. We also study the Eduqas specification in the 6th Form and this helps students to build upon the practitioners studied at GCSE as well as study a wide range of new ones at A Level, such as Emma Rice, Katie Mitchell and Gecko. As at GCSE, candidates can be entered as design students with options such as make-up, costume, set design, lighting and sound available for assessment instead of performance. We aim to provide information for those that wish to continue with Drama in Higher Education and university prospectuses, information and advice are all available from the Head of Department. Information regarding Drama Clubs, courses, auditions, television agencies, events and opportunities, both in and out of school, are displayed on the TV screen and noticeboards in the JCS Foyer and are updated regularly. There is also a copy of The Stage and Television Today newspaper, which is the industry magazine and gives all manner of advice to amateurs, professionals, students and teachers alike, located in the library.