This WJEC (Eduqas) course provides opportunities for students to pursue particular aspects of study within the context of general knowledge and experience of theatre. It is designed to encourage theatrical artistry and technical skills, extend knowledge and understanding of drama, and generate a critical and sensitive response to the complexities of theatrical production.
The subject content for A-level Drama is divided into three components:
1. Theatre Workshop – 20% of the A-level
2. Text in Action – 30% of the A-level
3. Text in Performance – 30% of the A-level
Guidance is also provided on the theatrical skills students will need to work on. In the practical components students may specialise in performing, lighting, sound, set, costume, puppets and/or directing.
St Edmund’s has excellent drama facilities and a wide variety of contacts in professional theatre. The course involves regular visits to see professional productions locally, as well as further afield, including London’s West End and, on occasion, to New York and L.A.
Suggested Entry Level
Suggested Entry Level
Grade 6 or above in GCSE Drama is preferred and at least grade 6 in English Language is required. Students are expected to have some experience of performance.
Progression
Progression
Drama is an academically rigorous and well regarded course that facilitates entry into highly selective universities, as well as preparing pupils to audition for prestigious conservatoire.
Future careers could include: creative and cultural industries such as performing, directing, playwriting, cultural criticism, producing, arts administration, careers in law, journalism and the media, business management and HR, education and academia, public relations, communications, marketing, advertising and public speaking.
