L2DRA

L2 Drama (L2DRA)

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr C. Scanlan.


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

Building from their knowledge of Year 11 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).

Pathway

This course can open up pathways into further study in the fields of drama and the creative arts it could also led you into the industry of theatre, film and TV by teaching you skills and tools nessessary to explore a career in the creative arts.

Even if you're not so keen on becoming a famous actor the things we explore in drama will help you with your confidence, self-expression, public speaking and creative thinking which are skills that will ehance your employment opportunities.

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 21
Internal Assessed Credits: 17
External Assessed Credits: 4
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. 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. 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: 21
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 21
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer


The Standards offered are correct at time of writing

Course content may change by the start of the year