L2DRA

L2 Drama (L2DRA)

Course Description

Teacher in Charge:


Level 2 Drama is a performance course, you will be expected to perform

Building from their knowledge of Level 1 Drama, students will delve more deeply into creating an honest and authentic character through the exploration of modern theatre practitioners. Students will examine the work of a playwright in-depth giving practical context to a performance for the associated theatre form. They will be introduced to playwriting and dramatic structure, culminating in the acting and directing of a scripted performance.

This class heavily relies on group work, if you are unable to maintain a 85% attendance rate, this class is likely not for you


Recommended Prior Learning

Having completed L1 Drama is recommended, but not required.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

A notebook/journal, writing utensils, drama/theatre blacks (black shirt, pants, and socks).

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 33 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 25 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91213 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.1 - Apply drama techniques in a scripted context
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91215 v3
NZQA Info
Drama 2.3 - Discuss a drama or theatre form or period with reference to a text
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91216 v4
NZQA Info
Drama 2.4 - Use complex performance skills associated with a drama or theatre form or period
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91217 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.5 - Examine the work of a playwright
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91218 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a scripted production
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 5r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91219 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.7 - Discuss drama elements, techniques, conventions and technologies within live performance
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91220 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.8 - Script a scene suitable for drama performance
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4w
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91221 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.9 - Direct a scene for drama performance
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 33
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 29
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer


The Standards offered are correct at time of writing

Course content may change by the start of the year