Drama
Curriculum Intent:
AIMS:
The Department aims to give all pupils an understanding of and enthusiasm for Drama as both a Learning Medium and as an Art Form.
DRAMA AS A LEARNING MEDIUM:
- Pupils are encouraged to use Role Play, Improvisation, Group Work, Discussion and a range of other Drama Strategies to enable them to explore a variety of Personal, Social and Cultural Issues. Their Drama work is aimed at fostering a greater understanding of themselves and the world they live in.
- Listening and Discussion Skills, Sensitivity, Empathy, Respect for each others’ ideas, Voicing Opinions and Group Skills are all developed.
DRAMA AS AN ART FORM:
- Pupils are encouraged to gain an understanding of the skills, methods and techniques needed to create effective drama and theatre. Structuring ideas, performance skills and production skills are practised.
- Self-confidence, imagination, creativity, performance and communication skills, discipline, organisation and teamwork skills are developed.
- All the work of the Department is aimed at providing pupils with opportunities to participate in high quality, rich and varied drama experiences both inside and outside the classroom.
- Students get the opportunity to study a variety of scripts, texts and poems throughout their Drama Education at Marshalls Park.
