Drama/Theatre Studies

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Drama and Theatre Studies

AQA A Level in Drama and Theatre

Teaching and Learning

A Level Drama and Theatre allows students to explore and apply their knowledge of the process of creating and developing drama and theatre to their own performance work. They study either performance or design skills in depth, according to their own interests.

Assessment

There are three components.

Component	Component Title	Mode of Assessment	Brief Outline of Component
1	Drama and Theatre	Written exam. 3 hours. Open book. 80 Marks. 40% of A Level.	Students practically explore two plays and analyse and evaluate live theatre.
2	Creating Original Drama	Working notebook (40 marks). Devised practical performance (20 marks). 30% of A Level.	Students create a devised piece of performance, documenting their journey, to a live audience. (Students may contribute as a performer, designer or director).
3	Making Theatre	Practical performance of Extract 3 (40 marks) Reflective report (20 marks). 30% of A Level.	Students to practically explore and interpret three extracts each taken from a different play. Methodology of a prescribed practitioner must be applied. Reflective report analyses and evaluates theatrical interpretation of all three extracts.

Subject Entry Requirements

Students should have achieved a grade 5 or above in GCSE Drama. If Drama hasn’t been taken, grade 5 or above in GCSE English Language or Literature.

For entry into the Sixth Form please refer to the Pathways document that can be found on the Sixth Form website.

Why study Drama and Theatre?

This specification provides a comprehensive understanding of Drama and Theatre, supporting those who are considering careers in the industry. Development of physical and vocal skills supports you to become a good communicator. The opportunity to create your own theatre will support you to think outside of the box and become a problem solver. Working with others directly will support you to become more collaborative, good at compromise, and be both a leader and team-player. Drama provides a plethora of transferable skills, valued by higher education providers and employers.

Useful Websites

https://www.johnofgauntschool.org/sixth-form

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/drama/a-level/drama-7262/specification/specification-at-a-glance

Links to Higher Education

Drama is highly regarded by Universities. The A Level Drama course provides students the opportunity to develop many skills suitable for further study at degree level. Many students go on to study Drama at University, or go to a drama or theatre school.

Links to Careers

Drama provides a great foundation for many different careers. Acting, directing, writing, lighting, set, sound, costume, tech and more are all aspects of theatre you could explore as part of this course. An A Level in Drama could then also lead to careers in law, teaching, therapy, sales and marketing, travel, fashion etc.