Drama & Theatre studies
LOVE CREATING THEATRE?
DIRECTING?
BEING CENTRE STAGE?
Drama and Theatre Studies is the subject for you. This highly practical course will cover:
- Devising theatre
- Studying text in performance
- Evaluation of live theatre
- Going behind the scenes to understand set, lighting, costume and sound
You will watch live performances and develop skills to further your training at top Drama schools or Universities. Future careers in the industry could include:
- Acting, Directing or Producing theatre
- Broadcasting
- Events Management
Or use Drama and Theatre Studies to enhance your transferrable skills for other sectors.
“Universities and workplaces alike are now recognising the power of Drama and Theatre Studies in terms of the important skills it nurtures which are appropriate for and beneficial in any career path. You will not regret your decision to study this subject with us, we have a partnership with the Liverpool Everyman theatre. You will work with professional companies and go on lots of trips to local and national theatres.”
Mrs S Renison (Head of Performing Arts and teacher of Drama)
STUDENT: STASIA SHARPLES RH6 2018-2020
“I chose Rainhill Sixth Form for my A-Level studies as I felt it supplied me with the support and opportunities that I needed to reach my future career path and goals. Within my Theatre Studies course I have gone on numerous theatre trips with access to both tours of the theatre as well as the chance to watch live performances.”
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Subject type |
A-level |
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Details of exam board |
Edexcel |
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Final Assessment |
40% Internally Marked, 40% Written Exam, 20% Practical Exam |
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Entry requirements |
Grade 5 or above in GCSE Drama and a Grade 5 or above in English Language or Literature. |
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