Year 11 GCSE Drama

Year 11 DRAMA Term of Study	Topic Covered	Assessments
Autumn Term	Unit 3 SECTION A: Reading, examining, exploring and experimenting with the set text for study in Section A of Unit 3 Examining and practically applying learning about the three major roles in theatre – director, designer, actor Applying learning to set questions and exam technique SECTION B: Exploring the major themes, characters and content of pieces of live theatre Examining two key moments in relation to directing, designing and acting Applying learning to set questions and exam technique	Unit 3 - Preparation Final Exam- Worth 40% of overall GCSE
Spring Term	Unit 2 Scripted Performance Smaller, setted ability groups to read, examine and explore a set play, chosen specifically for the candidate Examine and develop the character through the process of rehearsal and application of rehearsal exercises and techniques Outline of artistic intentions for the performance or design Final performance to be performed to a visiting examiner Actor & designer roles available for the scripted process	Unit 2 –Explore, Rehearse & Perform Worth 20% of overall GCSE
Summer Term	Unit 3 RECAP AND EXAMINATION PRACTICE Written examination tends to take place during the first few weeks of May	Unit 3 Revision and opportunity to complete past papers Final Exam- Worth 40% of overall GCSE