Hagley Community College Hagley Community College

11 Drama (11DRA)

11DRA
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Fiona Brownlie.

Recommended Prior Learning

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11 Drama

This course introduces you to the fundamental performance skills needed: drama techniques, conventions, and elements. You learn about Theatre Aotearoa, and how drama can entertain, heal, educate, or transform society. You will explore the reciprocal relationship between the performer and the audience while developing your performance confidence and devising skills.


Course Components

  • Collaborate and contribute ideas to create drama
  • Research, communicate and interpret drama
  • Engage with drama components to connect with an audience
  • Coursework and assessments often involve group work: consistent attendance is essential

Learning Areas:

Performing Arts


Assessment Information

Credits =
Internal: 5 - 10 credits
External: 5 - 10 credits