DRA202

Level 2 Drama

Course Description

Drama 202 is a comprehensive course in acting and theatre production. This course explores Greek theatre and theatre through social change. We will be devising, applying acting techniques to a script, and completing a full scripted class production. You will build your confidence in public speaking, presenting, building a character, playing to devise, making dramatic offers, researching playwrights and the creative process. We will use the Achievement Standards as our guide to exploring different ways of creating theatre and different theatre forms. 

 

Disclaimer: The Techniques Standard and the Theatre Form standard will be assessed as one body of work. This course is combined with Drama 303.

Recommended Prior Learning

• Completion of Level 1 Foundation Drama (DRA101) OR entry by audition can be negotiated with HOD Performing Arts.
• Consistent attendance (90% or higher)
• A demonstrated reliability and willingness to work in groups.
• Students must be able to attend some after school rehearsals.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery (Approximate)

To be advised

Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 22 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 22 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91213 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.1 - Apply drama techniques in a scripted context
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91214 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.2 - Devise and perform a drama to realise an intention
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91216 v4
NZQA Info
Drama 2.4 - Use complex performance skills associated with a drama or theatre form or period
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91218 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a scripted production
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 5r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91221 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.9 - Direct a scene for drama performance
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 22
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 17
Total Numeracy Credits: 0