11PER

11 Performing Arts

Course Description

Welcome to NCEA Level 1 Drama and Dance, where you'll embark on a journey to explore the dynamic world of the Performing Arts. This course is designed to develop your skills in acting, movement, creativity, and critical thinking, providing you with a strong foundation in the essential elements of both drama and dance.

In Drama, you will delve into the art of performance, exploring various styles, techniques, and genres. You'll create original works, analyse scripts, and bring characters to life on stage. Through mostly practical (with a little research about your character, time and place), you'll gain insight into the processes of creating, performing, and reflecting on your own and others' work.

In Dance, you'll explore the expressive power of movement. You'll learn different dance techniques, develop choreographic skills, and perform in a range of styles. The course emphasises creativity, collaboration, and the ability to convey ideas and emotions through movement.

Key Learning Areas:

  • Performance techniques in drama and dance

  • Script and character analysis

  • Choreography and movement composition

  • Devising original works

  • Understanding the cultural, historical, and social contexts of performance

  • Reflective practice and critical evaluation


Assessment: 

Your work will be assessed through practical performances, written google slides assignments, and reflections. Assessments will cover Internal and External Achievement Standards, which contribute towards your NCEA Level 1 qualification.

This course will not only prepare you for further study in Drama, Dance, and Performing Arts at higher levels, but it will also equip you with life skills that are applicable in a variety of professional environments. Embrace the opportunity to express yourself, push your boundaries, and discover the transformative power of the performing arts.

Why Study Drama? <--- Click this link to watch the video! 

They are NOT soft skills, they ARE life skills!

Recommended Prior Learning

It would be great if you have completed the Year 10 Drama option, or have previously performed in plays at school, or been at a dance school. 

However if you have a passion for drama and/or dance and have a can-do-attitude, like to have fun being creative, that's all you need to succeed! Talk to the Dance/Drama teacher if you have any questions!

Pathway

Career Pathways:

Studying Drama and Dance opens up a wide range of career opportunities in the performing arts and beyond. Possible career pathways include:
Actor/Director
Dancer/Choreographer
Playwright/Screenwriter
Teacher
Stage Manager
Set/Costume Designer
Arts Therapist

Beyond the performing arts industry, the skills you develop in this course, such as teamwork, creativity, communication, and problem-solving, are highly valued in many other fields, including education, event management, public relations, and more.

Assessment Information

Students will be assessed on 3-4 standards, depending on the student's strengths and interests.

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 30 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 5 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 25 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 26686 v5
NZQA Info
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of lighting for an entertainment and event context

This course offers the following optional standards, which will be agreed upon in consultation with your teacher.

Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91936 v3
NZQA Info
Dance 1.1 - Compose a dance sequence in response to a brief

This course offers the following optional standards, which will be agreed upon in consultation with your teacher.

Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91937 v3
NZQA Info
Dance 1.2 - Perform dance sequences
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91940 v3
NZQA Info
Drama 1.1 - Explore the function of theatre Aotearoa
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91941 v3
NZQA Info
Drama 1.2 - Participate in creative strategies to create a drama

This course offers the following optional standards, which will be agreed upon in consultation with your teacher.

Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91942 v3
NZQA Info
Drama 1.3 - Perform a scripted role for an audience using drama techniques
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 30
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0