Drama
In Drama the active learning environment enables each pupil to become a confident performer whose individual’s talents are honoured. Whilst studying Drama enriches knowledge, understanding and application of a variety of dramatic techniques, it also develops the emotional intelligence of the pupils, leading to the formation of well-rounded young people. Pupils gain an appreciation of playwrights’ works and artists’ performances, which broadens their cultural experience. Skills learnt in Drama allow pupils to consolidate their learning acquired in other subject areas, most notably in English, Music and SULP. Through an assortment of practical and written tasks, both the pupils’ speaking and listening and writing skills evolve.
Header | Year 9 Drama
WJEC Entry Level Pathway Course |
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Autumn 1 | USING THE BODY IN A DRAMATIC CONTEXT The Haunted House The Supermarket Breakfast with the Queen The Airport |
Autumn 2 | USING THE VOICE IN A DRAMATIC CONTEXT Train Tracks/Unexploded Bomb/Spying The Glenwood Cops The Circus Food for Thought Waiter Minute Jack and the Beanstalk |
Spring 1 | USING THE VOICE IN A DRAMATIC CONTEXT Washington Road Washington Road: The Wedding CONTRIBUTING TO A DRAMATIC IMPROVISATION Park Bench Beside the Seaside |
Spring 2 | CONTRIBUTING TO A DRAMATIC IMPROVISATION Starter Lines The Woman/Man Who Fell From the Stars Glenwood’s Everyman Robots Robbie II at Glenwood |
Summer 1 | CONTRIBUTE TO THE CREATION OF A GROUP DRAMA PRESENTATION Peter Pan/ |
Summer 2 | ADVANCED DRAMA TECHNIQUES Action, Detectives, Treasure Island, Moonfleet, Jurassic Park and Fairy Tales |
In Drama the active learning environment enables each pupil to become a confident performer whose individual’s talents are honoured. Whilst studying Drama enriches knowledge, understanding and application of a variety of dramatic techniques, it also develops the emotional intelligence of the pupils, leading to the formation of well-rounded young people. Pupils gain an appreciation of playwrights’ works and artists’ performances, which broadens their cultural experience. Skills learnt in Drama allow pupils to consolidate their learning acquired in other subject areas, most notably in English, Music and SULP. Through an assortment of practical and written tasks, both the pupils’ speaking and listening and writing skills evolve.
| Communication and Advocacy Exploring a range of ways to express oneself in a safe and secure environment allows the pupils to experiment with different ways of communicating meaning. By experimenting with different interpretations of characters, it enables pupils to recognise the various ways voices may be heard and how vital body language is in helping to convey meaning. We empower the pupils to form their own decisions about how best their ‘voices’ can be heard drawing on both physical and vocal skills learnt. |
| Independence and Preparing for Adulthood Many skills useful in later life are developed in Drama. Our pupils learn how to become directors – hence developing leadership skills; they also learn how to work to deadlines – meaning time management skills are crucial to success; creativity is paramount to producing engaging performances – inventiveness is a quality employers look for; organisational skills are needed in order to work out who takes on which role – working in a productive manner is a life skill; engendering self-discipline is part of the course – staying on task, motivating themselves and each other as well as doing what is right are all skills that stand them in good stead for life. |
| Physical, Social and Emotional Good Health Drama builds self-esteem and self-confidence, for it allows pupils to transcend self-consciousness and be who they want to be. Thus, it promotes a sense of emotional well-being. Moreover, working co-operatively, praising each other’s achievements and making helpful suggestions for improvements all enhance social interactivity. |