Drama

Curriculum Intent

Drama is one of the oldest forms of creative arts, it is fundamental in learning what it means to be human and collaborating with others to come together and solve problems. Students in Drama will initially learn through storytelling, performing, designing and becoming a member of the audience.

As students progress at Beacon, they will develop a deep knowledge of the key practitioners, historical, political, and sociological context necessary to foster a love of drama and theatre. This will instil within students the confidence to take part in and understand the importance of performance, helping them to shape their own voice and giving them autonomy over topics they are passionate about.

Drama is a practical outlet of exploration and performance of societal issues, political movements and storytelling, that allows students to see different and changing perspectives. It gives voice to those who feel silenced or marginalised by others and helps to create members of society who share a moral fabric. Drama creates confident people who can communicate effectively both verbally and physically. 

At Beacon we consider the history of theatre to be of great importance when recognising the progression of theatre as a subject. We proudly study a range of plays dating back to Ancient Greece right through to modern disciplines of style and structure. Our curriculum continues to evolve as our school does, exploring rich and diverse cultures to ensure students leave being world ready. Students will approach the world of Drama as performers, director, and designer in a rigorous practical, hands-on way, which is carefully scaffolded to embed and deepen their theoretical and contextual understanding of the ways in which drama works.

*All Beacon Academy students strive to make their MARK by being motivated, ambitious, resilient, and knowledgeable.