Level 3 Drama*
Course Description
This course will offer students a range of NCEA units, some of which are compulsory but most of which will be a matter of student choice. All students will further develop their use of drama techniques, and the deep analysis of a live performance.
Some may select to explore and earn credits for script writing their own original plays. Others may choose to study a theatre theorist or practitioner.
Performing Arts Technologies: If enough students are willing and able to dedicate the time to a Graduation Production, a few may have the opportunity to earn Performing Arts Technology credits by way of selecting Set, Costume, Make-Up and/or Lighting design units in conjunction with it. Stage-Management will also be offered in such a case. These are demanding units however which will need to be fully understood and the tasks involved accepted by students who opt for them.
Learning Opportunities
In this course you will need to:
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Resources Required
Loose fitting clothing that will allow for easy movement and physical exercise.
2 x 1 B8 Exercise Books
Assessment Information
NOTE: Most students who took Drama at Level 2 in 2023 will already have earned 5 Level 3 credits for AS 91513 Devise and perform a drama to realise a concept.ALL DO:
A.S. 91512 v2 Drama 3.1 - Interpret scripted text to integrate drama techniques in performance. (4 credits)
A.S. 91518 v3 Drama 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of live drama performance (External – 4 credits)
OPTIONAL: (Must choose one or the other)
A.S. 91519 v2 Drama 3.8 - Script a drama suitable for live performance (5 credits)
AS 91516 v 2 Drama 3.5 – Demonstrate understanding of a drama or theatre theorist or practitioner.
OFFERED ONLY TO STUDENTS WHO ARE WILLING AND ABLE TO ATTEND A SUBSTANTIAL NUMBER OF HOURS TO REHEARSALS OUTSIDE OF NORMAL TIMES.
A.S. 91517 v2 Drama 3.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a significant production
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Drama 3.1 - Interpret scripted text to integrate drama techniques in performance
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Drama 3.2 - Devise and perform a drama to realise a concept
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Drama 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the work of a drama or theatre theorist or practitioner
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Drama 3.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a significant production
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Drama 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of live drama performance
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Drama 3.8 - Script a drama suitable for live performance
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 27
This course is University approved and will allow you to meet the requirements for University Entrance.