Drama

Semester Elective Unit

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description

Year 10 Drama is a practical subject that encourages discovery through experimentation, the taking of risks and the presentation of ideas to others. The first unit focuses on the creation and performance of characters and stories that communicate ideas to an audience. Students use creative processes, a range of stimulus materials and play-making techniques to create an original performance. They work collaboratively to devise, perform and evaluate an ensemble performance.

In the second unit students interpret scripts written by Australian playwrights and produce theatre for an audience. They have an opportunity to develop acting skills, as well as more general communication techniques. Drama builds confidence and creativity.

Drama in Year 10 builds on work covered in the Middle School years and provides a platform of knowledge to assist students who may pursue Theatre as part of their studies in Years 11 and 12.

Essential Questions

How can a performance be created from written scripts?
How can an audience be engaged, challenged, and stimulated through a self-devised performance?
What skills are needed to critically analyse performance work?

Areas of study

Theatrical Traditions Performance Piece.
Performance Analysis of a Professional Production.
Non-Naturalistic Ensemble Performance.

Assessment