Drama A - Drama for Entertainment

Drama offers students many skills that are important for everyday living. Students are encouraged to develop creativity and imagination, to take part in theatre performance and backstage work, and to develop an appreciation for the relevance of theatre in today’s society.  Year 9 Drama A is an innovative course designed to provide students with a broad background in different aspects of theatre, while improving voice and movement skills. Roles covered throughout the semester focus on the Actor and Director, with a focus on 'Theatre as Entertainment' and engaging audiences.

Topics include:
Play Building
Multi Form with use of projections
Comedy (Commedia Dell’Arte) or Shadowplay (Wayang Kulit)
Scripted Duologues

Assessment
Assessment Tasks require students to work from both scripted and self-scripted material. Performances developed will be used for the Year 9 Drama Performance Evening, held at the end of each Semester in the RNDM Performing Arts Centre. Students who are considering Drama as a pathway for the future are encouraged to complete both Drama A and B (over both semesters).