OCR Drama for GCSE

Paperback

Published: 26/06/2009

Extent: 224 pages

 

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Summary:

OCR Drama for GCSE is endorsed by OCR for use with the OCR GCSE Drama specification. This brand-new textbook is written by experienced authors and examiners. It guides students through the requirements of the specification and helps them to prepare thoroughly for the examination, including their working record.

This student's book provides:

A clear introduction to the key drama concepts and an explanation of how performance work reinforces theoretical understanding

Numerous theory and performance-based tasks that allow students to put what they have learned into practice

Performance tasks that encourage group work and follow the specification convention of preparation, exploration, rehearsal, presentation and review

Examiner commentary to prepare students for their exam

• Endorsed by OCR for the new 2009 specifications

• Written by experienced authors and examiners

• A real mix of theory and practical activities to engage students

• Exam tips and Examination Briefs to prepare students for their exam

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Section 1: Introducing Key Course Concepts
The Purpose of the Course
The Tools and Language of Drama
The Contexts
The Areas of Study
1.1 Character, Context and Plot
1.2 Structure
1.3 Audience and Performance Space
1.4 Improvisation
1.5 Genre, Performance Style and Convention
1.6 The Semiotics of Drama and Theatre
Scenarios and Script Extracts
Section 2: Creating Drama and Developing Skills
Introducing the Drama Projects
2.1 Creating an Ensemble Performance
2.2 Improvising Drama
2.3 Making Melodrama
2.4 Brecht's The Threepenny Opera
2.5 Structuring Drama
2.6 Taking Control in Creating Drama
2.7 Working with the Design Concept
Section 3: Preparing for Assessment
What's Expected and How to Do Well
3.1 Unit 1 From Page to Stage
3.2 Unit 2 Drama in the Making
3.3 Unit 3 From Concept to Creation
3.4 Focus on the Designer Brief
3.5 Focus on the Deviser Brief
3.6 Tips on Material for Your Working Record
Resources
Glossary
Index

Readership:
GCSE Students