Central Hawkes Bay College Central Hawkes Bay College

L2 Drama (L2DRA)

L2DRA
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr C. Scanlan.

Recommended Prior Learning

Having completed L1 Drama is recommended, but not required.



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



Learning Areas:

The Arts & Language


Pathway

L3 Drama (L3DRA), L3 Performing Arts Technology

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.

Career Pathways

Artistic Director, Entertainer, Animator/Digital Artist, Mining Engineer, Holiday Park Manager, Accountant, Auditor, Actor, Actuary, Office Administrator, Finance Manager, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Aircraft Refueller, Paramedic, Pathologist, Patternmaker, Architectural Technician, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Historian, Heavy Truck Driver



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										

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


Disclaimer


The Standards offered are correct at time of writing

Course content may change by the start of the year