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QEGS Drama Curriculum Maps




In Dance and Drama we QUESTION how to create and develop performance, and improve our work. We EXPLORE our own and others ideas to create performances to help improve our ideas and understand techniques. We GIVE performances to demonstrate our knowledge of skills and our opinions to refine our own, and others work. As a result, we SUCCEED as confident independent learners who are creative and expressive.

QEGS Year 7 Drama Curriculum Map
Focus Autumn 1 Autumn 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1 Summer 2
Topic Devising: Introduction to Drama Devising: Introduction to Drama Devising: Nursery Rhyme News Devising: Nursery Rhyme News Performing: Melodama Performing: Melodama
Key concepts/ideas Introduction to conventions and dramatic techniques to create material, to develop improvisation skills to create own material. Introduction to conventions and dramatic techniques to create material, to develop improvisation skills to create own material. Devising piece combining drama styles and techniques in response to a nursery rhyme through a news report Devising piece combining drama styles and techniques in response to a nursery rhyme through a news report Exploration of Victorian melodrama applying physical and interpretative skills for a performance of Oliver extract Exploration of Victorian melodrama applying physical and interpretative skills for a performance of Oliver extract
Key skills Improvisation Devising Drama conventions Stimulus Improvisation Devising Drama conventions Stimulus Collaboration Communication Devising process Physical and vocal skills Collaboration Communication Devising process Physical and vocal skills Interpretation Script analysis Vocal skills Characterisation Teamwork Communication Interpretation Script analysis Vocal skills Characterisation Teamwork Communication
Key terms/vocab Freeze frames Characterisation Role play Improvisation Thought tracking Role play Freeze frames Characterisation Role play Improvisation Thought tracking Role play Physical skills Vocal skills Devising techniques Characterisation Intention Physical skills Vocal skills Devising techniques Characterisation Intention Stage directions Prompt Vocal skills: projection, articulation, tone, pace Characterisation Physical skills: movement, gestures, mannerisms, stance Commitment, focus Stage directions Prompt Vocal skills: projection, articulation, tone, pace Characterisation Physical skills: movement, gestures, mannerisms, stance Commitment, focus
Independent learning/wider reading Research roles in theatre and create a presentation on their responsibilities Research roles in theatre and create a presentation on their responsibilities Write a news report in response to the nursery rhyme Write a news report in response to the nursery rhyme Research melodrama and design costumes for the stock characters in the set play Research melodrama and design costumes for the stock characters in the set play
Assessment Formative assessment: creation of freeze frames and thought tracking in a role Summative assessment: performance of devised piece in response to stimulus – sustained role play Formative assessment: creation of freeze frames and thought tracking in a role Summative assessment: performance of devised piece in response to stimulus – sustained role play Formative assessment: storyboard of plot and identification of techniques to be applied Summative assessment: performance of devised piece and communication of intention Formative assessment: storyboard of plot and identification of techniques to be applied Summative assessment: performance of devised piece and communication of intention Formative assessment: demonstration of melodramatic skills and stock characters Summative assessment: performance of scripted extract from Oliver applying melodramatic skills and techniques Formative assessment: demonstration of melodramatic skills and stock characters Summative assessment: performance of scripted extract from Oliver applying melodramatic skills and techniques
Careers links/Future Learning Role and responsibilities of the actor Role and responsibilities of the actor Role and responsibilities of the director Role and responsibilities of the director Role and responsibilities of the actor Role and responsibilities of the actor

QEGS Year 8 Drama Curriculum Map
Focus Autumn 1 Autumn 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1 Summer 2
Topic Performing: Silent Movies Performing: Silent Movies Devising from a Stimulus Devising from a Stimulus Script Extracts Script Extracts
Key concepts/ideas Explore physical skills through mime work recreating storylines and developing own plot Explore physical skills through mime work recreating storylines and developing own plot Explore a stimulus to create own material applying dramatic techniques to create character and plot Explore a stimulus to create own material applying dramatic techniques to create character and plot Develop acting skills and techniques by exploring script extracts from a range of genre Develop acting skills and techniques by exploring script extracts from a range of genre
Key skills Movement skills Physical skills Team-work Communication Movement skills Physical skills Team-work Communication Physical skills Vocal skills Team work Communication Physical skills Vocal skills Team work Communication Vocal skills Physical skill Team work Communication Collaboration Vocal skills Physical skill Team work Communication Collaboration
Key terms/vocab Facial Expressions Body Language Gesture Exaggeration Characterisation Levels Pace Facial Expressions Body Language Gesture Exaggeration Characterisation Levels Pace Stimulus Artistic Intention Hot Seating Thought tracking Characterisation Devising Choral speaking Stimulus Artistic Intention Hot Seating Thought tracking Characterisation Devising Choral speaking Genre Style Monologue Duologue Characterisation Status Levels Proxemics Genre Style Monologue Duologue Characterisation Status Levels Proxemics
Independent learning/wider reading Research Keystone Cops and find three different ways their silent films ended Research Keystone Cops and find three different ways their silent films ended Research themes, topics and issues linked to stimulus to inform your devised piece and create a booklet Research themes, topics and issues linked to stimulus to inform your devised piece and create a booklet Research two different drama styles and produce a report on how they evolved Research two different drama styles and produce a report on how they evolved
Assessment Formative assessment: performance of mimed scenes Summative assessment: performance of mimed routines to music Formative assessment: performance of mimed scenes Summative assessment: performance of mimed routines to music Formative assessment: performance of dramatic techniques Summative assessment: performance of devised piece Formative assessment: performance of dramatic techniques Summative assessment: performance of devised piece Formative assessment: demonstration of acting styles and techniques Summative assessment: performance of chosen extract Formative assessment: demonstration of acting styles and techniques Summative assessment: performance of chosen extract
Careers links/Future Learning Roles and responsibilities of actor during early film industry Roles and responsibilities of actor during early film industry Roles and responsibilities of the design team Roles and responsibilities of the design team Role and responsibility of the set designer Role and responsibility of the set designer

QEGS Year 9 Drama Curriculum Map
Focus Autumn 1 Autumn 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1 Summer 2
Topic Devising: Filmed Project Devising: Filmed Project Performing: Script Extracts Performing: Script Extracts Devising: Verbatim theatre Devising: Verbatim theatre
Key concepts/ideas Develop devising and performance skills to generate material for a filmed performance Develop devising and performance skills to generate material for a filmed performance Develop acting skills and techniques by exploring script extracts from a range of genre Develop acting skills and techniques by exploring script extracts from a range of genre Explore a stimulus to create own material applying dramatic techniques to create character and plot Explore a stimulus to create own material applying dramatic techniques to create character and plot
Key skills Vocal skills Physical skills Teamwork Communication Collaboration Design skills Filming skills Vocal skills Physical skills Teamwork Communication Collaboration Design skills Filming skills Vocal skills Physical skill Teamwork Communication Collaboration Vocal skills Physical skill Teamwork Communication Collaboration Physical skills Vocal skills Teamwork Communication Physical skills Vocal skills Teamwork Communication
Key terms/vocab Pan, tilt Portrait Landscape Close up Levels Angles Status Characterisation Proxemics Pan, tilt Portrait Landscape Close up Levels Angles Status Characterisation Proxemics Genre Style Monologue Duologue Characterisation Status Levels Proxemics Genre Style Monologue Duologue Characterisation Status Levels Proxemics Stimulus Verbatim theatre Artistic Intention Hot Seating Forum Theatre Characterisation Conscience corridor Devising Choral speaking Stimulus Verbatim theatre Artistic Intention Hot Seating Forum Theatre Characterisation Conscience corridor Devising Choral speaking
Independent learning/wider reading Research similar types of programmes to develop twist in plotline Research similar types of programmes to develop twist in plotline Research two different drama styles and produce a report on how they evolved Research two different drama styles and produce a report on how they evolved Research themes, topics and issues linked to stimulus to inform your devised piece and create a booklet Research themes, topics and issues linked to stimulus to inform your devised piece and create a booklet
Assessment Formative assessment: demonstration of devised material for camera Summative assessment: final filmed project Formative assessment: demonstration of devised material for camera Summative assessment: final filmed project Formative assessment: demonstration of acting styles and techniques Summative assessment: performance of chosen extract Formative assessment: demonstration of acting styles and techniques Summative assessment: performance of chosen extract Formative assessment: performance of dramatic techniques Summative assessment: performance of devised piece Formative assessment: performance of dramatic techniques Summative assessment: performance of devised piece
Careers links/Future Learning Roles in television and film industry, difference to roles in theatre Roles in television and film industry, difference to roles in theatre Role and responsibility of the set designer Role and responsibility of the set designer Roles and responsibilities of the design team Roles and responsibilities of the design team

QEGS Year 10 Drama Curriculum Map
Focus Autumn 1 Autumn 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1 Summer 2
Topic Improvisation Devising Drama Devising Drama Devising Drama Devising Drama Internal assessment Blood Brothers
Key concepts/ideas Development of improvisation skills through workshops Exploration of stimulus from exam board and evidence towards portfolio for section one Development of devising drama coursework in response to a stimulus and evidence towards section two of portfolio Development of devising drama coursework in response to a stimulus and evidence towards section two of portfolio Finalisation of devising drama coursework and completion of portfolio section three Exploration of performance text in preparation for further study
Key skills Improvisation Evaluation Exploration Improvisation Evaluation Selection & refinement Research Collaboration Exploration Improvisation Evaluation Selection & refinement Planning Collaboration Personal management Exploration Improvisation Evaluation Selection & refinement Planning Collaboration Personal management Refinement Evaluation Analysis Characterisation Physical & vocal skills Improvisation
Key terms/vocab Drama conventions Improvisation Evaluation Communication Artistic intention Characterisation Improvisation Workshops Drama conventions Evaluation Artistic intention Characterisation Improvisation Workshops Drama conventions Evaluation Review & refinement Communication Physical & vocal skills Characterisation Improvisation Workshops Drama conventions Evaluation Review & refinement Communication Physical & vocal skills Characterisation Review & refinement Evaluation Communication Physical & vocal skills Characterisation Artistic intention Command words Artistic intention/meaning Interpretation Communication Contextual factors
Independent learning/wider reading Research of themes, topics and issues generated from stimulus to support development of devised piece Research of themes, topics and issues generated from stimulus to support development of devised piece Completion of tasks set towards submission of section two through written logs and drama conventions Completion of tasks set towards submission of section two through written logs and drama conventions Review and evaluation of devised piece, reflecting on processes and application Research performance text and career of practitioner
Assessment Formative assessment: application of improvisation skills to create own material Summative assessment: performance of devised piece in response to a stimulus Formative assessment: workshop performance of ideas from stimulus Summative assessment: completion of section one of portfolio Formative assessment: communication of artistic intention in devised piece and review of portfolio section two Summative assessment: performance of devised piece at performance evening and completion of section two of portfolio Formative assessment: communication of artistic intention in devised piece and review of portfolio section two Summative assessment: performance of devised piece at performance evening and completion of section two of portfolio Completion of portfolio and presentation of performance Formative assessment: review of performance text Summative assessment: informative resource set on performance text
Careers links/Future Learning Methods and techniques to create new drama works as a director and producer Review of professional practice to incorporate in own material Review of professional practice to incorporate in own material Review of professional practice to incorporate in own material Review of own material to communicate intention Role of journalist and theatre critics

QEGS Year 11 Drama Curriculum Map
Focus Autumn 1 Autumn 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1 Summer 2
Topic Presenting and Performing Texts Drama: Performance and Response Presenting and Performing Texts External examination Drama: Performance and Response Drama: Performance and Response Written examination
Key concepts/ideas Development and application of drama skills and techniques Development of knowledge and understanding of performance text and live theatre review Application of drama skills and techniques to scripted text in front of an audience Development of knowledge and understanding of performance text and live theatre review Preparation and revision of performance text and live theatre review
Key skills Acting skills and techniques Rehearsal process Improvisation Performance Analysis Evaluation Recall Explanation Collaboration Acting skills and techniques Rehearsal process Improvisation Performance Communication Artistic intention Analysis Evaluation Recall Explanation Analysis Evaluation Recall Explanation
Key terms/vocab Physical skills Vocal skills Interpretative skills Characterisation Rehearsal Improvisation Performance Command words Contextual factors Semiotics Proxemics Staging Audience Artistic intention Acting skills and techniques Roles and responsibilities Stage directions Physical skills Vocal skills Interpretative skills Characterisation Rehearsal Improvisation Performance Concept pro forma Command words Contextual factors Semiotics Proxemics Staging Physical skills Vocal skills Command words Contextual factors Semiotics Proxemics Staging Audience Artistic intention Acting skills and techniques Roles and responsibilities Stage directions
Independent learning/wider reading Research of practitioner and performance texts, analysing full work and examination questions Research of practitioner and performance texts, analysing full work and examination questions Completion of concept pro forma and development of live review through additional support materials Completion of concept pro forma and development of live review through additional support materials Revision of performance text and live theatre review
Assessment Formative assessment: performance of improvisation material Summative assessment: performance of scripted material Formative assessment: exam questions in lessons weekly Summative assessment: MOCK exam paper - November Formative assessment: performance of scripted extract and 50% of concept pro forma Live performance to examiner and completion of concept pro forma – March/April Formative assessment: exam questions in lessons weekly Summative assessment: MOCK exam paper - March Formative assessment: revision tasks and exam questions weekly Final written exam May
Careers links/Future Learning Role and responsibilities of production team Role and responsibilities of production team Working in the performing arts industry as a performer Working in the performing arts industry as a performer Analytical writing of performance repertoire

QEGS Year 12 Drama Curriculum Map
Focus Autumn 1 Autumn 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1 Summer 2
Topic Unit 19 Acting Styles Unit 2 Developing Skills & Technique for Live Performance Unit 19: Internal assessment Acting Styles Unit 2 Developing Skills & Technique for Live Performance Unit 1 Investigating Practitioners Practice Unit 2: Internal assessment Developing Skills & Technique for Live Performance
Key concepts/ideas Exploration and investigation of different acting styles Understanding the role of the performing and working in the Performing Arts industry Development and application of acting styles and techniques for performance, and completion of investigation Development and application of physical and interpretative skills working towards a performance (style 1) Investigation of professional practice analysing contextual factors and themes Development and application of physical and interpretative skills working towards a performance (style 2)
Key skills Exploration Acting styles and techniques Interpretation Collaboration Exploration Evaluation Personal management Analysis Evaluation Explanation Review and reflection Exploration Acting styles and techniques Interpretation Collaboration Exploration Evaluation Personal management Practical Rehearsal process Performance Personal management Investigation process Research Evaluation Analysis Conclusions Judgements Practical Rehearsal process Performance Personal management
Key terms/vocab Key features Theatre practices Physical & vocal skills Styles & techniques Performance roles Interrelationships Training and qualifications Employment opportunities Working conditions Lifestyle factors Practical skills Physical skills Interpretative skills Personal management Key features Theatre practices Physical & vocal skills Styles & techniques Performance roles Interrelationships Training and qualifications Employment opportunities Working conditions Lifestyle factors Practical skills Physical skills Interpretative skills Personal management Primary & secondary research Contextual factors Practitioners Relationships Performance styles Creative intentions Themes Bibliography Performance roles Interrelationships Training and qualifications Employment opportunities Working conditions Lifestyle factors Practical skills Physical skills Interpretative skills Personal management
Independent learning/wider reading Research practitioners and professional practice to supplement investigation presentation Prescribed reading list to support coursework Research practitioners and professional practice to supplement investigation presentation Prescribed reading list to support coursework Independent research tasks set to support investigation skills Prescribed reading list to support coursework
Assessment Formative assessment: review of investigation and practitioner’s professional practice Summative assessment: performance of exploration in one style and investigation Learning aim A: submission of presentation for assignment 2.1 Learning Aim A,B,C,D: Submission of completed coursework, performance and evaluation. Learning aim B,C,D: submission of performance for assignment 2.2 Formative assessment: completion of investigation tasks in preparation for part A Summative assessment: expanded written task in preparation for part B Learning aim B,C,D: submission of performance for assignment 2.2
Careers links/Future Learning Career development and professional practice of practitioners Training and qualifications for careers in the performing arts industry Development of theatre and acting styles to modern day practice Responsibilities of an actor Arts research and journalism Responsibilities of an actor

QEGS Year 13 Drama Curriculum Map
Focus Autumn 1 Autumn 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1 Summer 2
Topic Unit 3 Group Performance Workshop MOCK Unit 1 Investigating Practitioners Practice Unit 3: External examination Group Performance Workshop Unit 1: External examination Investigating Practitioners Practice
Key concepts/ideas Interpret and respond to a stimulus to create a group performance workshop Critical analysis of practitioners work relating to contextual factors and themes Interpret and respond to a stimulus to create a group performance workshop Part A of external assessment Part B supervised window
Key skills Research Collaboration & team work Personal management Communication Performance Investigation Research Evaluation Critical analysis Conclusions Judgements Research Collaboration & teamwork Personal management Communication Performance Research Consolidation Critical analysis
Key terms/vocab Types of stimulus Working process Workshop performance Personal management Primary & secondary research Contextual factors Constituent features Primary & secondary research Practitioners practice Performance styles Creative intentions Themes Bibliography Types of stimulus Working process Workshop performance Personal management Primary & secondary research Contextual factors Constituent features Primary & secondary research Practitioners practice Performance styles Creative intentions Themes Bibliography
Independent learning/wider reading Research of texts and practitioners to support professional practices to use in composition Independent investigation of practitioners work and contextual factors Research of texts and practitioners to support professional practices to use in composition Independent investigation towards externally set task
Assessment Formative assessment: review of improvisation material and notes towards milestones Summative assessment: completion of milestone 1-4 and performance of composition Formative assessment: completion of part A (past paper) Summative assessment: completion of part B (past paper) Formative assessment: review of improvisation material and notes towards milestones Summative assessment: completion of milestone 1-4 and performance of composition Completion of unit 3 external assessment Learning aim AO1, AO2, AO3, AO4 submission of external assessment
Careers links/Future Learning Composition process in response to a stimulus to develop performance material Arts research and analytical writing Composition process in response to a stimulus to develop performance material Arts research and analytical writing