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Devising Plays
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In
this unit you will look at different starting points for creating
a piece of drama, including music, poetry and art. You will take
part in two performances of your own devised work.
You will be required to look at ways of communicating with an audience and to understand a range of drama techniques. Areas of study include: Trust games, character development skills, starting points, rehearsal skills and communication skills. |
Performing
Music
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This is your chance to show off what you can do! In this unit you will work on developing your skills and technique on your chosen instrument, leading up to a performance at the end of the module. You will have the chance to perform in both solo and ensemble situations and will have a big input into the choice of material. This unit will require you to think about ways of communicating with your audience and you will look at ways of dealing with performance nerves. Areas of study include: Vocal techniques, warm up exercises, performance skills, performance nerves, creating an effective programme and preparation techniques. |
Music Theatre
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This unit is one for the performers! You will get the chance to learn songs, storylines and stage movement from various different musicals and look at the way the musical has developed from early Music Hall, through Vaudeville and Gilbert and Sullivan to the present day. You will also study the libretto and songs from a musical and then take a leading role in a performance of this show. |
Production Project
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This unit is worth double marks and takes up most of Year 11. You will take part in a full-scale production applying all the skills and knowledge acquired in previous units. You are required to work as part of a team to provide administration and marketing for the performance. The final piece will be externally assessed by a visiting examiner. Areas of study include: Sources of funding, budgets, audience profiles, publicity material, developing a character and performance skills. |
Performing
Arts Business
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The Performing Arts business includes a multitude of jobs, many of which you have probably never thought of. In this unit you will look at the job structure within a large performing arts company and meet some of their staff. You will also find out how projects are funded and create a project of your own with a budget of your choice (only on paper!!!!). The unit will introduce you to the practical side of running a project and you will be responsible for the marketing and business side of a real performance. There will be an emphasis on personal research and practical activities, although some written work is required. Areas of study include: Jobs in the Performing Arts, funding, audience profiles, running a box office, marketing techniques. |
Performing
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This unit is about the rehearsing and performing of play scripts. You will learn how to interpret and develop a role and will act as assistant director. You will also have the chance to take part in 2 performances before an audience. Areas of study include: Character research, speech, costume, props, learning lines, time management, communication skills and performance nerves. |
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