Having evolved from the ancient rituals of primitive cultures, drama has always been a means of expressing our feelings and telling our stories. Drama allows artists to entertain, to comment and criticise society and have a voice. Drama challenges our ideas and views and stimulates our imaginations.
Drama allows us to express ourselves through our bodies and our voices. It teaches us tolerance and helps us to be part of a team. We become confident speakers who are comfortable in un-familiar situations and develop into mature and well-balanced people who can view the world in an open-minded way.
At Swan View, drama students are encouraged to take on all aspects of drama both in-performance and non-performing roles. There are many opportunities for showing their work both to their peers and public audiences.
Lower School Years 8-10
Students in Year 8 study Melodrama, ImprovSkills, and do a text study. In Year 9 students focus on pantomime, cultural storytelling, and perform in public. By the time students get to Year 10 their focus is on Greek theatre, script analysis and one act plays. Students also have the opportunity to be part of the Specialist Drama (Fame Academy) Program. (Click On Link For Information).
Senior School Years 11-12
Students in Year 11 study the Stage 1 or 2 Courses of Study. As part of these courses students look at play building skills and techniques as well as Greek, Elizabethan, musical, and Australian theatre.
In Year 12 students study Stage 2 or 3 Units. Their focus is on one man shows, monologues, absurdist, epic and Australian theatre. Students gain experience in production team roles.
CoursesOffered: 1A/1B – 2A/2B – 3A/3B – Cert I In Creative Industries Media
- SchoolProduction
- PrimarySchool Performances
- Incursions
- Showcases
- Specialist Instructors
Kate Rogers - kate.rogers@det.wa.edu.au
