Why do we learn drama?
The Drama curriculum is rich in skills and knowledge, which immerses pupils in a range of styles. The curriculum encourages pupils to become confident and independent thinkers, who will be able to create original work and critically analyse professional and non-professional repertoire. Pupils will have an appreciation of their own work and that of others, always demonstrating respect and empathy.
Aims of Our Drama Curriculum:
The Ark Victoria Academy Drama curriculum aims to ensure that all pupils:
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develop creativity through understanding the benefits of participation in the arts, performance and creativity during their school journey;
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develop co-operation & collaboration;
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develop confidence in communication through developing vocal and physical skills;
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explore social issues though drama to develop tolerance and understanding;
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be exposed to different peoples’ perspectives and emotions on issues and events;
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be exposed to and use subject specific vocabulary effectively;
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study the history and influence of different practitioners on drama;
Year 7
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 |
|---|---|
| Foundations of Drama | Improvisation |
| Spring 1 | Spring 2 |
|---|---|
| Greek Theatre | Scripted “Goodnight Mr Tom” |
| Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|
| Theatre Design | T.I.E (Theatre In Education) |
Year 8
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 |
|---|---|
| “Let Him ‘Av It!” | Verbatim |
| Spring 1 | Spring 2 |
|---|---|
| Scripted “Blood Brothers” | Play Writing |
| Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|
| Soap Operas | Horror |
Year 9
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 |
|---|---|
| Stanislavski | Scripted “FACE” |
| Spring 1 | Spring 2 |
|---|---|
| Frantic Assembly | Brecht |
| Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|
| Artaud | Devising Project |
Year 10
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 |
|---|---|
| Practitioner Challenge | Devising Mock |
| Spring 1 | Spring 2 |
|---|---|
| Scripted Mock | Written Exam Mock |
| Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|
| C1 Devising | C1 Devising |
Year 11
| Autumn 1 | Autumn 2 |
|---|---|
| C1 Devising | C2 Scripted |
| Spring 1 | Spring 2 |
|---|---|
| C2 + 3 Exam | C3 Exam |
| Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|
| C3 Exam |
