Knowsley Community College 2019 Prospectus

How is it assessed? This A level covers the three following units: • Drama and theatre • Creating original drama • Making theatre This includes analysis of plays, in relation to the ways in which style, form, dramatic structure and characterisation can be interpreted and realised in performance, including the social, historical and cultural context of the plays. You will also attend a range of productions, and undertake appropriate research prior to the performance. For the ‘creating original drama’ and ‘making theatre’ units, you will adopt roles such as performer, director or designer and learn how to create and develop original ideas to communicate meaning as part of the theatre making process. You will be assessed by examinations at the end of year 13 and two performance pieces. Both performance pieces also require submission of either a working notebook or reflective report. “ Picture yourself on stage, in front of the camera, or behind the scenes writing or directing. This A level inspires and challenges those who wish to step outside of their comfort zone and explore what it takes to enter the world of expressive arts. ” What will I study? What can I go on to do once I have completed this? A level Drama and Theatre opens up a whole range of career opportunities as you will have the ability to work in a team, the confidence to talk to large groups of people and the ability to adapt to various situations. This course will prepare you for degree level study at University Centre St Helens on the FdA in Theatre and Performance or other relevant degrees at other universities. This is the first step to securing a career in professional acting, community theatre, directing, writing, motivational speaking and teaching. You should have five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths. Although a GCSE in drama would be desirable, it is not essential. Entry Requirements 51 A LEVEL DRAMA AND THEATRE