Level 3 Drama
Course Description
The course contains components of various aspects of drama including performance skills, devising, improvising and technical skills in sound and lighting. Students will also work toward creating and/or performing a major production and will be expected to attend at least two public performances/workshops.
Note: Not all of the listed Standards will be covered – choices will be made in negotiation with the class teacher.
Recommended Entry Criteria
14 credits at Level 1 or 2 Drama or prior performance history.
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
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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 3.3 - Interpret a text from a prescribed playwright to demonstrate knowledge of a theatre form or period
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Drama 3.4 - Select and use complex performance skills associated with a drama form or period
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Drama 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the work of a drama or theatre theorist or practitioner
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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
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Drama 3.8 - Script a drama suitable for live performance
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Drama 3.9 - Direct a drama performance
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 40
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.
Pathway Tags
Production Manager, Event Co-ordinator, Human Resources, Promoter, Theatre Producer / Assistant, Lighting Technician, Communications, Broadcasting, Media, Teacher, Actor, Art Director (Film/Television/Stage), Artistic Director, Cinema Projectionist, Dancer, Director (Film/Television/Radio/Stage), Entertainer, Film and Video Editor, Film/Television Camera Operator, Light Technician, Media Producer, Musician, Production Assistant (Film/Television/Radio/Stage), Radio Presenter, Sound Technician, Television Presenter, Primary School Teacher, Private Teacher/Tutor, Tertiary Lecturer, Diversional Therapist, Cin,