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Course title a level drama and theatre studies 2 years exam board aqa this qualification is linear. So please prepare your notes for checking next week. Students have four lessons per week and follow the aqa drama and theatre studies syllabus. Choose an area of drama and theatre that you are really interested in. A student s guide to a2 drama and theatre studies for the aqa specification author.
Brecht projects an ancient chinese story onto a realistic setting. Component 1 drama and theatre written exam 3 hours 40% of a level response to live theatre seen during the course and the study of two set text plays. Works in conjunction with film and english literature. New 91 gcse biology aqa revision question cards cgp gcse biology 91 revision cgp. Study of two set plays, including practical sessions, and. Modular entry requirements it is recommended that students have a gcse in drama grade b. You will be introduced to a wide range of theatrical styles and contexts as you explore plays practically, devise and work on performances. Drama and theatre studies unit 1 section a live theatre production seen monday 16 may 2016 morning time allowed. This subject content is assessed in a written exam. Oxford university press including nelson thornes isbn 978. The drama and theatre studies course you are studying is with aqa and the qualification is made up of three different units. A level drama and theatre studies content a level students follow the new edexcel gce a level drama and theatre studies specification. Drama and theatre studies dram1a unit 1 section a live theatre production seen thursday january 2011 9. He is an assistant examiner for the written units for aqa and has taught drama at all levels for 18 years.
Linear means that students undertake all nonexam assessment nea in the certification year and sit the written exam at the end of the course. Drama and theatre knowledge and understanding of drama and theatre. Attaining grades 79 in aqa gcse drama keynote courses. Process and performance 7261c schools and colleges may set their own internal deadlines. I have taken my material from the aqa mark scheme and examiners reports along side suggestions in the a2 theatre studies revision guide.
Our specification inspires students to become independent theatre makers with the skills they need to go on to higher education, whether that is to study a course in drama and theatre or another subject. Component three involves practical exploration and interpretation of three script extracts from different plays, one of which is performed as a final assessed piece. Mark scheme as drama and theatre studies dram1a june 2016 8 0 3 outline the ways in which one or moreperformers physical skills contributed to the overall success of one live production that you have seen and assess the effectiveness of their performances at particular moments. Complete a research task and present it in whatever format you choose. These will form your notes towards your first cycle test for theatre studies. I use this as a lesson plan and also for homework and assessment preparation. Written for students taking the aqa gcse drama specification, this text aims to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding students need to succeed in the course. Take control and build a course that works for you and your students. Fresh ebook asa2 level business studies aqa complete revision practice paperback common. Drama and theatre studies inspires students to become independent theatre makers. Official aqa as level drama and theatre new syllabus watch. Drama and theatre studies is an alevel option at key stage 5. Use this examiners report to guide you on the question. This qualification places emphasis on practical creativity alongside research and theoretical understanding.
The dfe has agreed to give a separate discount code for the dance pathway of the pearson btec level 1level 2 tech award in performing arts qn. Aqa alevel drama and theatre 7262 and aslevel drama and theatre 7161 exam past papers and marking schemes, free to download. All of our students have been successful in gaining a place at the university or drama school of their choice. Good preparation for drama school drama and theatre at degree level. As level physical education student revision guide aqa. This is a set of resources for teaching the new specification from aqa for alevel or as level drama. We believe our as and alevel drama and theatre specifications offer you the flexibility to teach drama your way.
Course title a level drama and theatre studies 2 years. Component two involves creating and performing the devised drama. Choose the texts, theatrical approaches and practitioners that you know will engage and inspire your students. Analysis and evaluation of the work of live theatre makers.
Theatre studies helps develop communicative and presentational skills. A student s guide to a2 drama and theatre studies for the. Drama biology chemistry physics religious studies health, social and childcare drama media studies mathematics and statistics sociology law welsh language film studies extended project qualification psychology food, hospitality and catering music geology criminology welsh second language pe and sport construction and engineering elearning, e. Official aqa as level drama and theatre new syllabus. Mapping the demands of gcse into your key stage 3 programme of study. Aqa drama and theatre studies course specifications. The drama and theatre arts programme integrates the study of theory and practice. Edexcel a level drama and theatre student book and active book. Engage your students during remote learning with video readalouds. Page 22 of 45 drama and theatre studies as a level aqa subject specific entry requirements. Pdf aqa drama and theatre studies a2 download read. She has been teaching aqa gcse and alevel for the past six years and her subject results for both courses last year were in the top 1% for value added in the country. We want students to have an inspiring experience of alevel drama and.
Overviewdrama and theatre is a diverse course that will allow you to develop. Three sections are studied over two years with a combination of practical and theoretical elements. Balme, christopher, the cambridge introduction to theatre studies cambridge. Designed to help students develop the skills and knowledge they need to successfully meet the assessment objectives of the asa level syllabuses for 2000, the text is also suitable for students on performing arts courses and undergraduates studying drama and theatre studies. Drama and theatre studies is the study of how and why theatre is created. Pdf aqa business studies as download full ebook video.
Uptodate support for aqa drama and theatre, approved by aqa. Summer 2020 nea teacher online standardisation tols available. Were developing new a levels in drama and theatre 2016 for teaching from september 2016, and our draft specifications and sample assessment materials will be available from april 2015. Outstanding achievement in aqa gcse drama keynote courses. Click download or read online button to get a student s guide to a2 drama and theatre studies for the aqa specification book now.
Illuminate publishing blood brothers play guide for aqa gcse drama 9781911208709 this new guide provides the perfect study and revision companion to component 1 of the aqa gcse drama course. Drama and theatre studies unit 1 section b prescribed play monday 16 may 2016 morning time allowed. The book takes a handson approach with activities and practice in both the written and practical elements of the exam. Aqa drama and theatre subject content interpreting drama. Drama, theatre studies and performing arts pearson.
Provides structured support for the three sections that are all part of component 1. It is a very demanding course, both practically and intellectually. You are able to take the text and notes in with you for the test. Required to start 1 september 2020 teacher of a level. Write the information required on the front of your answer book. Aqa a level biology student book 1 aqa a level science pdf download full ebook. Architecture architecture international riba part 1. This could be the history of theatre, a particular playwright, a contemporary theatre company, a specific actor, director, designer or a case study into job roles in theatre. Here, youll find everything you need to prepare for gcse drama from 2016, including our edexcel gcse 91. Dram1 theatre practitioner stanislavski section a responding to a live theatre performance. This student book, approved by aqa, covers both the as and a level drama and theatre specifications.
Students must develop knowledge and understanding of the following analytical framework for making, performing, interpreting and understanding drama and theatre. You will develop a variety of skills which will be invaluable in a number of careers. Theatre studies aqa home hanley castle high school. Drama and theatre studies students are able to progress to further studies in english, drama and performing arts. The a level course is complementary to the gcse drama course but, as we have proven in the past, it is not necessary to have studied drama at gcse to be successful at this level. Drama b general content students will cover three components. Aqa gce a level art and design art, craft and design. Mat walters is head of drama and theatre studies at hereford sixth form college. Written at the close of world war ii, the story is set in the caucasus mountains of georgia, and retells the tale of king solomon and a child claimed by two mothers. This text aims to provide an essential manual for asa level students of drama and theatre studies. A chalk circle is metaphorically drawn around a society misdirected in its priorities. Exploration and performance 60% of the qualification 96 marks a group performancedesign realisation of one key extract from a performance text and informed by the methodology of one influential practitioner. Students devise and research their own unique and original. You will learn through experience, seeing theatre and making theatre for yourselves.