11 Drama
11DRA Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Miss C. Thomson.
Recommended Prior LearningIt is advised, but not required, for students to have taken Junior Drama (Year 9 and/or 10). An interest in Drama and full participation in course work is required.
Year 11 Drama is a largely practical course. You will develop knowledge of dramatic elements, conventions, techniques and technologies. You will work individually and in groups to plan, structure and devise work for informal and assessed performances, and you will critically evaluate the effectiveness of your own work and the work of others. This course is designed to develop confidence and the ability to present and share ideas. A highlight of the course is the annual class production in Dramafest.
Objectives
Students will
- Select and integrate elements, techniques, conventions and technologies using specific texts.
- Initiate, develop and refine dramatic ideas individually and collectively in a range of dramatic forms.
- Rehearse and perform drama in a range of dramatic forms.
- Respond to and make critical judgements about rehearsal processes and performances.
- Research the production, performance and purpose of drama in a range of contexts.
Content
Students will
- Devise and perform a drama based on ideas and themes developed through self-reflection.
- Demonstrate understanding of theatre forms in both practical and written contexts.
- Select, rehearse and perform a role in a major production.
- Discuss drama elements, technologies, techniques, and conventions within a live performance.
- Be offered the opportunity to perform in school and regional events (e.g. Dramafest).
Assessment
Learning and Assessment Area | Description |
Poetry in Motion - Dramatic Techniques | You will create a short piece based on a poem you choose to showcase your understanding and use of body, voice, movement, and use of space. |
Over the Top - Theatre Form (Melodrama) | You will learn about Victorian Melodrama and the reason it came into being. You will perform a short scene in the style of the time. This unit involves an in-class test answering a preannounced question to give you experience before the NCEA Level 2 Drama external next year. |
The Show Must Go On - Production | You will select, rehearse, and perform a role in your class production as part of Dramafest (two performances over two nights). |
Turangawaewae: A Sense of Place - Devising/Arts Interdisciplinary Showcase | You will reflect on yourself and experiences to devise a play in a small group based on the concept of Turangawaewae. The piece will be performed as part of the Arts Interdisciplinary Showcase at the end of the year (evening performance). |
Subject Overview
Term 1
Week 1 - 7: Poetry in motion.
Week 8 - 10: Acting skills.
Term 2
Week 1 - Term 3 Week 3: The Show Must Go On.
Term 3
Week 1 - 3: The Show Must Go On (evening performances).
Week 4 - 9: Over the Top.
Week 10 - Term 4 Week 6: Turangawaewae: A Sense of Place.
Term 4
Week 1 - 6: Turangawaewae: A Sense of Place (evening performance).
Assessment Policy & Procedures Assessment Information
There are no Achievement Standards offered in 11 Drama but the course is designed to fully prepare a student for NCEA Level 2 Drama and is recommended if you want to continue in Senior Drama.
Private Teacher/Tutor, Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Television Presenter, Artistic Director, Entertainer, Film and Video Editor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Sound Technician, Author, Dancer, Film/Television Camera Operator, Make-up Artist, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Early Childhood Teacher, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Horse Trainer, Model, Nanny/Child Carer
Subject and Associated CostsCourse Costs: $5 Dramafest (class production) script charge.
Associated Costs: $40.00 if the opportunity arises for the class to go to the theatre.