13 Drama
13DRA Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Miss C. Thomson.
Recommended Prior Learning14 credits in Level 2 Drama or HOD approval.
Year 13 Drama is a Level 3 NCEA subject and students are offered a full 18 credit course (14 internal credits and 4 external credits). Students extend their practical knowledge of Drama. Students plan, devise, rehearse and perform original work and existing scripts, and critically evaluate their own work and the performances of other companies. Students study and perform in the style of a selected theatre form and period. A highlight of the course is the annual class production in Dramafest.
Scholarship Drama is also available to suitable candidates (in consultation with the teacher of 13DRA).
Objectives
Students will
- Select and adapt elements, techniques, conventions and technologies in various dramatic forms for a range of purposes.
- Initiate, develop and refine original drama or drama based on existing works.
- Rehearse and perform in a range of dramatic works assuming diverse artistic responsibilities.
- Reflect upon, and critically evaluate a range of works and performances.
- Research and analyse drama’s function in recording social and cultural history.
- Investigate New Zealand Drama and ways in which it reflects our cultural diversity.
Content
Students will
- Devise and perform a drama OR script a one-act play for a rehearsed reading.
- Select, rehearse, and perform a role in a significant production.
- Demonstrate knowledge of theatre form or period by performing a selected text.
- Demonstrate understanding of live drama performance.
Subject Overview
Term 1
Week 1 - 7: 3.4 Select and use complex performance skills associated with a theatre form. (Evening or in-class performance)
Week 8-10: 3.2 Devise and perform a drama to realise a concept OR 3.8 Script a drama suitable for live performance. (Assessed in Term 3/4)
Term 2
Week 1 - 10: 3.6 Perform a substantial role in a significant production.
Term 3
Week 1 - 2: 3.6 Perform a substantial role in a significant production.
Week 4 - 10: 3.2 Devise and perform a drama to realise a concept OR 3.8 Script a drama suitable for live performance.
Week 7/8: 3.7 Demonstrate understanding of live drama performance. (Derived grade exam).
Week 10: 3.2 Devise and perform a drama to realise a concept. (Performance).
Term 4
Week 1: 3.7 Script a drama suitable for live performance. (Rehearsed reading using devising students as actors).
Week 2 - 3: 3.7 Demonstrate understanding of live drama performance. (Revision).
Assessment Policy & Procedures Career Pathways
Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Author, Dancer, Entertainer, 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, Private Teacher/Tutor, Television Presenter
Subject and Associated CostsCourse Costs:
$5.00 Dramafest (class production) charge for printing the script (and re-printing as necessary).
Associated Costs:
$40.00 If the opportunity arises, students will go to the theatre and see a live performance. This charge covers the ticket and bus.