Thornleigh Sixth Form Performing Arts

This course is perfect for those who enjoy performing! It is an extremely practical course where you will be expected to be confident performing in front of others. This course is the equivalent of one A Level.

Over the two years, you will study three mandatory units (two externally assessed, one internally assessed) and one optional unit (internally assessed).

Entry Requirements

Ideally you will have studied Music, Drama or Dance at KS4, though this is not essential as long as you have had experience in Performing Arts outside of school or been involved in previous school musical productions. You need to be a strong actor or singer, be willing to dance and have a strong passion for performance!

What will I Study?

Unit 1 - Investigating Practitioners: During this unit, you will study professional playwrights/directors/composers and analyse their workings through practical performance. This will result in one written exam.

Unit 2 - Developing Skills and Techniques for Live Performance: You will learn about the various performance skills required in live theatre. For this unit, you will need to research and present your findings to others, and will be part of a full performance to an audience.

Unit 3 - Group Performance Workshop: For this unit, you will be given a theme to create a piece of drama from. This will be performed to an audience.

Unit 27: Musical Theatre Techniques: In this unit, you will take an in-depth look at the origins of musical theatre, research and present your findings to others. You will then perform in ‘An Evening of Musical Theatre’ where you will be expected to act, sing and dance.
Which exam board is used and how will I be assessed?

This is a Level 3 Extended Certificate in Performing Arts by Pearson. There are four units; two are externally assessed and two are internally assessed.

Which exam board is used and how will I be assessed?

Pearson exam board.

Where could this subject take me?

This subject will give you the perfect skills and knowledge to study any Performing Arts related degree course at University. In terms of future career opportunities, with a background in Performing Arts you could become an actor, producer, director, choreographer, composer, session musician, teacher, casting agent, set designer and many other roles which involve the art of performance.

How can I get ahead in this subject

Practice your performance skills so you are confident when the course begins in September. Research into different kinds of theatre performance - try to emulate your favourite professional performers.