Course content

This course builds on skills gained in NCEA Level 1 Drama.

Students will:

• Explore the elements of drama; role, time, space, action, tension, focus.

• Investigate drama techniques; voice, movement, gesture and facial expression.

• Use the conventions of drama to devise and structure a performance.

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a drama/theatre form.

• Reflect on drama processes and performance experiences.

It requires in and out of class time work and further develops student skills in devising, improvisation, theatre technology, acting, responding and reflecting on theatre practice, effective communication and group responsibility. Drama has strong links with English, History, Music, Dance, and Classics.

Prerequisites

Level 1 Drama or with the approval from the TiC Drama.

View live performances in Dunedin or Christchurch.

Drama is also supported by extracurricular opportunities:

• The University of Otago and the SGCNZ Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival

• Theatre New Zealand Theatrefest 

• The Globe Theatre

• The Playhouse Theatre

• Fringe Festival 

• Improsaurus Dunedin

Scholarship Drama is encouraged for students who are interested.