Performing Arts KS4
GCSE Drama
Students are given the opportunity to develop their appreciation of drama as actors, designers and directors, developing a wide range of key skills throughout their study through carefully selected texts. Through the use of practical work, learners will be able to concentrate on areas of drama which best suit their ability and skills such as acting or design.
| Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | Term 4 | Term 5 | Term 6 | |||||
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| Year 10 | Comp Introduction to GCSE Drama | Component 1: Devising – Synoptic Internal Assessment 40% of GCSE | ||||||||
| Year 11 | Component 2: Performing From a Text – Visiting Examiner 20% of GCSE | Component 3: Interpreting Theatre – Final Exam 40% of GCSE | ||||||||
BTEC Tech Level 2 Performing Arts (Dance)
Development of key skills that prove student’s aptitude in Performing Arts such as reproducing repertoire or responding to stimuli and working on processes that underpins effective ways of working in the Performing Arts, such as development of ideas, rehearsal and performance.
Attitudes that are considered most important in the Performing Arts, including personal management and communication are also explored through workshops, evaluations and performances.
| Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | Term 4 | Term 5 | Term 6 | |||||
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| Year 10 | Introduction to BTEC Component 1 Development | Focus Martha Graham and Michael Nunn | Component 2: Development of Skill and Dance Technique | |||||||
| Year 11 | Component 2: Development of Skills and Dance Technique | Component 3: Performing to a Brief | ||||||||