A-level Drama & Theatre

Why Choose A Level Drama?

A Level Drama & Theatre is the perfect choice for students with a passion for performance, creativity, and storytelling. More than just acting, this course helps students develop confidence, communication skills, teamwork, and creative problem-solving all highly valued by universities and employers alike.

Through the study of influential plays, theatre practitioners, and live performance, students gain a deeper understanding of theatre’s cultural, social, and historical impact. Whether you aspire to work in the performing arts or simply want to build valuable transferable skills, A Level Drama provides an inspiring and rewarding experience.

This course is available as a two-year A Level beginning in September.

Entry Requirements

Students are ideally expected to have achieved a good pass in GCSE Drama or a related subject. However, students with a genuine passion for theatre and performance, alongside practical experience in acting, directing, or backstage production, are also encouraged to apply.

Course Content

The A Level Drama & Theatre course combines practical performance work with academic study, allowing students to explore theatre from both creative and analytical perspectives.

Drama and Theatre

Students study two contrasting set texts, exploring how meaning is created through performance and production elements such as acting, lighting, costume, and staging.

Creating Original Drama

Students devise and perform their own original piece of theatre, inspired by the techniques of a chosen theatre practitioner. This component is internally assessed.

Making Theatre

Students practically explore and interpret extracts from contrasting plays, developing their performance or design skills. This component is externally assessed by a visiting examiner.

Assessment is through a combination of written examinations, coursework, and live practical performance.

Where Could It Lead?

A Level Drama & Theatre opens the door to a wide range of university courses and career opportunities, both within the creative industries and beyond.

Many students progress to study Drama, Theatre Studies, Performing Arts, Acting, Directing, or Production at university or drama school.

Career pathways may include:

• Acting
• Directing
• Stage Management
• Scriptwriting
• Production Design
• Arts Administration
• Teaching
• Media & Broadcasting
• Public Relations
• Event Management

The course also develops highly transferable skills including presentation, collaboration, leadership, confidence, and creative thinking — making it excellent preparation for careers in business, marketing, law, and many other professional industries.