L3 Drama
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs J. Ogden.
L3 Drama
In this course Level 3 students are encouraged to improve on the skills and techniques learnt in Level 2. The year begins with the study of a significant play and performance of an excerpt. Students also perform a full-length play before an invited audience. Students will learn about the role of a director and then cast and direct a piece of drama for public performance. They will have the opportunity to devise their own piece of contemporary theatre. In addition, they view a live professional drama performance on a school-organised trip.
Prerequisites
12+ credits in Level 2 Drama or by negotiation with Mrs Ogden.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Stationery: 1B8 exercise book, 2B8 exercise book, 20 page clear file, pens and highlighter.
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 3.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a significant production
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Drama 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of live drama performance
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 18
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Disclaimer
- Some students’ courses may not fit the timetable when it is prepared so you may be contacted and asked to re-choose.
- If you do not make sufficient progress in the remainder of the year (i.e. in your entrance exams, course work and end-of-year exams), you may not be accepted into the subject of your choice