WJEC/Eduqas · Eduqas GCSE Drama
Drama GCSE
Devising theatre, performing from a text and a written examination on a set text and live theatre review.
Specification points
6
0 with marked evidence
Coverage
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Average paper standing
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How it is assessed
- Component 1 — Devising theatre: performance and portfolio (40%).
- Component 2 — Performing from a text: two extracts from one play (20%).
- Component 3 — Interpreting theatre: written exam on a set text and live theatre evaluation, 1h 30m (40%).
Exam-style practice papers
Drama practice paper: staging, interpretation and evaluation
Exam-style questions on staging choices, terminology and evaluating live theatre.
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Sit this paperSpecification content and progress
Component 1
- Component 1Devising from a stimulusNot started
Create original theatre from a stimulus, using a chosen practitioner or genre, and document the process.
- Component 1Reflective portfolioNot started
Analyse and evaluate the devising process, intentions and audience impact.
Component 2
- Component 2Performing from a textNot started
Interpret a playwright's intentions and perform two extracts with vocal and physical skill.
Component 3
- Component 3ASet text interpretationNot started
Explain how a scene could be staged, including performance, design and directorial choices.
- Component 3BLive theatre evaluationNot started
Analyse and evaluate how performers and designers created meaning in a live production.
All components
- KnowledgeTheatre roles and terminologyNot started
Use accurate terminology for staging, design, rehearsal techniques and theatre roles.