Performing Arts - Drama
This course aims to offer students the opportunity to explore an ambitious, broad and creative curriculum. Personal expression is key, as students can develop their confidence and make direct cross-curricular links to subjects such as English and History.
Curriculum plans for all year groups can be downloaded from the bottom of the page.
The qualification will develop learners’ abilities through the knowledge and skills gained in the following areas of the programme:
- The development of Drama skills
- The development of key transferrable skills
- Professional development in the Performing Arts Industry
- Exploring and performing published plays
- The ability to view and evaluate live theatre
We must all do theatre to find out who we are and discover who we could become.” Augusto Boal
Performing Arts is a popular subject, and the students enjoy practical exploration. All students at Key Stage 3 have some experience of Performing Arts. Students are introduced to the diverse world of theatre, and we zoom into schemes of learning, such as commedia dell'arte, Shakespeare, Greek Theatre and much more.
Students perform professional scripted pieces as well as devise their own drama, developing curious learners. Students are encouraged to attend Drama Club and to audition to be a part of our annual School Production. Students can build on their knowledge and cultural capital by attending the theatre trips that we have on offer; we have great links with Theatre Peckham and the Young Vic.
Love art in yourself and not yourself in art.” Konstantine Stanislavski
Drama at Key Stage 4 is very popular, which is proof of the engagement and enjoyment that students experience in Key Stage 3. The students explore different styles of theatre, explore a set text, are given the opportunity to view live theatre and speak with industry professionals.
For further details please contact Catherine Bee C.Bee@harrisdulwichboys.org.uk
“Drama is exposure; it is confrontation; it is contradiction, and it leads to analysis, construction, recognition and eventually to an awakening of understanding.” Peter Brooks
