Level 1 Drama
DRA1 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: R. Polderman.
Recommended Prior LearningIdeally, has taken Year 10 Drama, and has an understanding of dramatic components- techniques, conventions, elements and technologies.
Unleash Your Creative Potential!
Embark on an exhilarating journey of self-expression and creativity with the New NCEA Drama curriculum. In this course, students will work through three assessments, each designed to ignite their passion for performance.
In AS91949 (1.2) students will dive deep into the realm of creativity, exploring dramatic components to craft and devise a performance.
In AS91942 (1.3) students will immerse themselves in dramatic texts. They will perform scripts and embody the essence of diverse characters, from tragic heroes to comedic geniuses. Students will explore the depths of human emotions, combinating in a final performance for family and friends.
In AS91943 (1.4) students will view performances by professionals, unpack their staging, choices and use of dramatic components. This will be submited to NZQA as a portfolio.
Level 1 Drama is your gateway to unlocking the captivating realm of storytelling, self-discovery, and the transformative power of the dramatic arts.
Course Overview
Term 1
Students will use Pūrākau as a stimulus to create a dramatic piece. Students will learn how to work in a group and embrace the concept of whanaungatanga.
Students will then work on script techniques and prepare a potential submission for AS1.3.
Term 2
Students will work on the skills required for AS 1.4. They will perform their first submission for AS1.3.
Term 3
Students will work on their second performance as a potential selection for the externally marked AS1.3. This will be perfromed in front of family and friends in our theatre. Students will then view a show and work on their portfolio, under timed conditions for externally marked AS1.4.
Term 4
Passion projects and potenial re-assessment of 1.2.
Pathway
The course teaches valuable inter and intra personal skills that are transferable to most carreer pathways. Skills including: group work skills, creative thinking, problem solving skills, skills in presentation and resilience.
Career PathwaysActor, Artistic Director, Entertainer, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Journalist, Communications Professional, Archivist, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Film/Television Camera Operator, Radio Presenter, Lighting Technician, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Counsellor, Trainer, Interpreter, Early Childhood Teacher, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Primary School Teacher, Kaiwhakaako Māori, Translator, Nanny/Child Carer, Tertiary Lecturer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Recreation Co-ordinator, Youth Worker, Secondary School Teacher, Teacher Aide
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryLaptop/Chrome-book. Highlighter, Pencil and Eraser.