Why Study Drama?

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In a society in which effective communication is essential, the study of drama helps to develop verbal and non-verbal, individual and group communication skills which are important skills for life.  Drama enhances pupils’ creative ability and provides them with opportunities to understand themselves and the world around us.  In Drama, pupils study the four forms of drama - acting, improvisation, mime and dance drama - through a variety of themes and written texts.  These challenging texts and themes encourage an exploration of the intellectual, social, physical, emotional and moral dimensions of life, through learning which involves thought, feeling and action.  Drama fosters good self-discipline, confidence and team work and develops skills in interpreting texts, researching and negotiating.  Pupils devise drama pieces and learn, through appraisals of their work, how facial expression, voice, gesture, movement, atmosphere and mood can all be employed to enhance performances.