Entry Requirements
GCSE English at Grade 4 or above. GCSE Average of 4.0+. Audition monologue in week one to ensure aptitude for the practical demands of the course.
Assessment Method
This course is assessed by coursework: (10% Practical 30% Written), practical performances (20%), and one written exam (40%).
About this course
This course is ideal for students who have a keen interest in performing and/or designing theatre. Whether you enjoy the thrill of performing live for an audience & creating your own unique practical work, or you wish to develop your theatrical lighting, sound, set, or costume design skills, or you simply love watching, reading and writing about plays – this is the course for you! There will also be additional opportunities to watch professional productions at regional venues as part of the course. Though the course is heavily practical, this qualification is considered an Essay-based subject This qualification is valued by many employers recruiting for people-oriented careers.
Who is this course aimed at?
This course is aimed at students who:
Enjoy performing live for an audience
Enjoy watching, analysing and critiquing live theatre
Are interested in Theatre Design
Enjoy writing about Drama & Theatre
Would like to study drama, theatre or performing arts at Higher Education
Would like to continue their actor training at a conservatoire or acting school
What will you learn?
Devising: You will work as part of a group (3-6) to create an original performance piece. This will be developed from an extract of an existing play text and will be influenced by the work of one key Theatrical Practitioner. This component is marked by your teacher.
Text in Performance: You will undertake a key role in the teacher-directed production of a scripted play. You will also perform a monologue or duologue of your choice. These performances will be to an audience and examined by an external examiner
Theatre Makers in Practice: You will complete one written exam (2.5hours) comprised of: 1 Live Theatre Evaluation 1 Set-text study (Acting & Designing) 1 Set-text with Practitioner study (Directing)
What skills will you develop?
Developing live performance/design ability
Devising original performance material
Creative decision making and problem solving
Professional rehearsal behaviours
Wider theory research skills
Effort
Resilience
Time management
Meeting deadlines
Literacy and oracy
Communication skills
Teamwork/group work
Self-motivation
Leadership
Confidence
Independance
Public Speaking
Related Courses
Looking for something that works well with this course? Here are some related courses to consider.
Musical Theatre
Dance
Music
Progression routes
Drama
Acting
Directing
Theatre Design
Theatre Technician
Stage Management
Teaching Musical Theatre
Music/Composing
Dance/Choreographer
Scriptwriting
Performing Arts Therapy
Any Higher Education course which requires an essay-based subject