Five texts are studied, which represent a range of social, historical and cultural contexts: Greek tragedy, expressionism, contemporary naturalism, epic (political) and physical theatre are examples of the styles and genres you can expect to explore over the two years. Devised (self-created work), watching and evaluating live theatre and the study of key companies and practitioners feed into the assessed performance of three pieces, giving much scope for practical exploration; not just analysis of text but using imagination and experience to interpret and stage it. It is possible to be assessed on design instead of acting for the practical work, and the written exam will draw on the experience of directing, acting, designing for and watching theatre.
Candidates sit GL Assessments CAT4. In addition, pupils are expected to achieve 40 or more GCSE points. International pupils should have IELTS at 6.0 or equivalent. Most heads of department recommend at least a grade 7 at GCSE for subjects relevant to sixth form study.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £38,214; Boarding £46,602 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Bryanston, Blandford Forum, DT11 0PX |
Five texts are studied, which represent a range of social, historical and cultural contexts: Greek tragedy, expressionism, contemporary naturalism, epic (political) and physical theatre are examples of the styles and genres you can expect to explore over the two years. Devised (self-created work), watching and evaluating live theatre and the study of key companies and practitioners feed into the assessed performance of three pieces, giving much scope for practical exploration; not just analysis of text but using imagination and experience to interpret and stage it. It is possible to be assessed on design instead of acting for the practical work, and the written exam will draw on the experience of directing, acting, designing for and watching theatre.
Candidates sit GL Assessments CAT4. In addition, pupils are expected to achieve 40 or more GCSE points. International pupils should have IELTS at 6.0 or equivalent. Most heads of department recommend at least a grade 7 at GCSE for subjects relevant to sixth form study.