Whangarei Girls' High School

11DRAT

Year 11 Drama - Perform an acting role in a scripted production

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Course Description

Students will perform an acting role in a scripted production. The class as a whole will participate in the process of selecting the script or scripts for production by reading scenes from a range of plays.
Students will research the world of the play or plays selected then collaborate with each other and the teacher through a focused rehearsal process. This will also involve creating a set, gathering props and costumes, designing and applying make-up in readiness for a short season of performances to a public audience.

NOTE:.
Performances, together with the written theory required, will be assessed individually, against the Level 2 standard AS 91218 Perform a substantial acting role in a scripted production.

Teacher in Charge

William Walker


Pathway

2022

Students taking senior drama courses will be on a potential pathway to acceptance into a range of tertiary drama and related industry institutions such as Toi Whakaari, The New Zealand Drama School, Whitireia, NASDA, and Unitec. Drama will suit students interested in careers in theatre, television and film industries, Education and Performing Arts management.

Contributions and Equipment

1B8 Exercise book
Track pants or PE short s for various warm up and drama activities.


Recommended Prior Learning

Open entry