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Drama and Theatre

Entry Requirements: A minimum grade 6 in GCSE Drama and a minimum grade 6 in GCSE English. However, it is not vital to have studied Drama at GCSE to take this course | Exam Board: AQA

Why Study A level Drama and Theatre? 

Drama and Theatre is the ideal course for students with an active interest in theatre. The course offers the perfect balance of practical creativity and academic study. Students will learn about past and contemporary theatre influences and will apply them to their own performance work. They will see a range of performances in Jersey and will also enjoy the experience of theatrical pieces in the UK. Writing on live theatre is part of the A level course. As well as writing about live theatre, students will study two plays at A level and will learn to express their ideas verbally and on paper. They will produce presentations and essays and will show that they can come to well supported judgements. A level Drama and Theatre will challenge students, test their performance skills and make them realise that theatre is not just about acting. It is varied, interesting and well worth choosing. 

The Course 

Written Exam – 80 marks (40% of A level) 

  • Set play one essay (25 marks) 
  • Set play three essay (30 marks) 
  • Live theatre production essay (25 marks) 


Practical Exam 1: Creating Original Drama – 60 marks (30% of A level) 

  • Performance of devised drama (20 marks) 
  • Working Notebook (40 marks) 


Practical Exam 2: Making Theatre – 60 marks (30% of A level) 

  • Three extracts, each from different plays (40 marks) 
  • Reflective report (20 marks) 


Opportunities 

  • UK shows, tours and workshops. 
  • On-island workshops and interactive talks with theatre professionals, theatre events at JCG and VCJ.  


Contact

Mrs C Stone B.A [email protected]