Massey High School Massey High School

Year 10 Drama

10DRA
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: R. Polderman.

Recommended Prior Learning

Open entry, although students must be confident enough to perform in front of peers and have enthusiasm for the subject.


The Year 10 Drama course gives students the opportunity to explore a range of texts and ideas pertaining to drama and the theatre. Students will learn practical performance skills, including working with scripts, devising drama, improvisation, movement and voice. Drama develops personal skills such as confidence, teamwork, collaboration and self-management. The Year 10 course is an introduction to the Dramatic elements, conventions and techniques studied at NCEA Level 1. The course will culminate with an NCEA achievement standard worth 4 credits at level 1.

METHODS OF ASSESSMENT:
Practical work - rehearsal and performance, both individual and group. Supportive written work.



Faculties:

Year 10, Drama


Pathway

Level 1 Drama


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

1B5 Journal.