Learning to perform well on stage and in life!

Students will develop Drama skills with a focus on acting styles and theatre forms including scripted drama, devised drama, representational theatre and Epic theatre. The course builds knowledge for those moving onto Year 11 General and ATAR as well as for students who want to develop an appreciation for fine performance.

Students will gain an understanding of the Elements of Drama (including language and texts, situation, dramatic tension, mood and atmosphere, voice and movement, and characterisation and relationships) through research, workshops, improvisation, play- building and performance.

Drama involves design and production work and students are required to study non-actor roles such as costume, lighting, sound and scenography (set and staging). Drama also contains written and theoretical work including text and character analysis, research, design, reviews of performance, a reflective journal and a written examination. This option requires students to attend and review a professional theatre production selected by the Department.

Drama is a practical option where participation and rehearsal are the key to success. Therefore, individual involvement and cooperation are essential. There will also be some time required out of school hours for attending public performances and productions. This option involves both individual and group work.

Students studying Year 10 Drama are expected to perform in the Year 10 Drama Night as part of their assessment. All students will also participate in YOH Fest, an annual competition hosted by Act-Belong-Commit, which will require them to write and rehearse a short Drama piece to be presented in an evening performance.