Performing Arts
Performing Arts Curriculum Overview
Key Stage 3
Term 1 - September to December
| Year Group | Half term 1 and 2 - Musical Theatre |
|---|---|
| Year 7 |
The Greatest Showman Introduction to characterisation through singing, acting and dancing |
| Year 8 |
Hairspray Exploring character, relationships and emotion through singing, acting and dancing |
| Year 9 |
Mean Girls Advanced singing techniques, acting through song and emoting through movement |
Term 2 - January to April
| Year Group | Half term 3 and 4 - Drama |
|---|---|
| Year 7 |
Harry Potter Introduction to Naturalism |
| Year 8 |
DNA Exploring character objectives, super-objectives and relationships through character development |
| Year 9 |
Script Work Advanced script work workshops, exploring different styles and practitioners |
Term 3 - April to July
| Year Group | Half term 5 and 6 - Dance |
|---|---|
| Year 7 |
High School Musical Storytelling through Dance |
| Year 8 |
Aladdin Scene work through movement and choreography |
| Year 9 |
Hamilton Choreographic exploration of narrative through Dance |
Performing Arts Dance pathway / Performing Arts Drama pathway
Key Stage 4
| Year Group | Half term 1 and 2 | Half term 3 and 4 | Half term 5 and 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 10 | Component 2: Developing Skills and Techniques in Performing Arts | Component 1: Exploring the Performing Arts | Mock Component 3: Performing from a Brief |
| Year 11 | Component 2: Developing Skills and Techniques in Performing Arts | Component 3 (external): Performing from a Brief | Component 3 (external) |
To find out more about the curriculum Newhouse Academy delivers please contact Mrs Gregory-Harris on 01706 369436 or email learning@newhouseacademy.co.uk