This text attempts to develop the processes, skills and knowledge that students need to succeed in OCR GCSE Drama. Written by experienced examiners, it aims to ensure that students are confident in their understanding and application of the drama elements, including use of dramatic language.

Written by experienced examiners, this book will provide you with tailor-made support for the OCR GCSE Drama course and examination. There are three sections to the book: Section A takes you through the Specification, explaining what it means, the technical terms you need to understand and what you have to do. It includes lots of practical illustrations and exercises to develop your knowledge and drama techniques. Section B provides a wide variety of practical projects for you to work on during the course which will build your practical skills and confidence. Section C explains the different types of assessment you will encounter and gives advice on building a strong portfolio, taking the written exam and tackling the realisation test successfully. There are checklists for self-assessment so you can monitor your progress during the course and lots of suggestions for building up your portfolio. Throughout the book there is advice about what the examiners will be looking for plus top tips to improve your grade.