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IB Board Grade 9 Drama
Explore and master the fundamentals of IB Board Grade 9 Drama
You've not yet enrolled in this course. Please enroll for free to listen to audio lessons, classroom podcasts and take practice test.Chapter 1
Module 1: The Foundations of Drama - Setting the Stage
Drama is an intricate art form that explores human experiences through live performance, emphasizing communication, emotional impact, and social commentary. The chapter also discusses key elements of drama, including role, relationships, and space, along with the unique audience-performer dynamic in live theater. Various performance spaces and the significance of movement and mime in storytelling further illustrate how drama captivates and engages audiences.
Chapter 2
Chapter 2: Building Characters and Relationships in Drama
The chapter provides an in-depth exploration of character and relationship development in drama, emphasizing the importance of believable characters and the dynamics of their interactions. It discusses various aspects such as archetypes, motivations, and the subtleties of communication through voice and body. Additionally, it highlights improvisation as a tool for bringing authenticity to character interactions, ultimately aiming to deepen an actor's portrayal of complex relationships.
Chapter 3
Module 3: Devising and Creating Original Work
Devising theatre is a collaborative process where original pieces are created from initial ideas without relying on pre-written scripts. Key characteristics include collective authorship, an emergent narrative, and a focus on physical and experiential forms of expression. The chapter emphasizes various techniques for inspiration, brainstorming, and structuring devised work to effectively engage audiences and convey deeper meanings through symbolism and metaphor.
Chapter 4
Chapter 4: Interpreting and Responding to Drama
Drama is explored as a vital art form that enhances both the experience of understanding and interpreting scripts and performances. Key skills include analyzing stage directions, character dialogues, and understanding subtext to appreciate the deeper meanings within dramatic works. The chapter delves into genres, themes, and methodologies for critiquing performance, emphasizing the critical eye necessary for active participation in the theatrical experience.
Chapter 5
Module 5: Global Theatre and Reflection
The chapter highlights the significance of global theatre traditions and their cultural underpinnings. It delves into various theatrical forms from around the world, such as Japanese Noh and Kabuki theatre, Indian Kathakali, African storytelling, and Commedia dell'arte, emphasizing their origins, characteristics, and the cultural contexts that shape them. Additionally, it explores the influence of culture on theatrical expression and culminates in reflective activities related to personal growth within the art of drama.