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Year 9 ARTS - Performing Arts

9PFA
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Holswich.

Recommended Prior Learning

Students who choose to do Performing Arts at Year 9 will have an interest in performance and will be willing to collaborate and learn in a group environment. 

Contact Mrs Holswich if you have any questions.


9 Performing Arts

Are you interested in Dance and Drama but are unsure what to pick? This course is for you! Whether you are an absolute beginner who just wants to give it a go, or a superstar in the making, this course will give you the opportunity to explore both Dance and Drama in a practical way. You will learn to collaborate with others, develop your performance skills and embrace your creativity. Students can look forward to presenting their work for a live audience during the course.

Students taking this course may also choose 9DRA or 9DAN as the content will be different.




Learning Areas:

Year 9 Courses, Drama and Dance


Pathway

10 Dance, 10 Drama

Career Pathways

Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Author, Dancer, Entertainer, Film/Television Camera Operator, Make-up Artist, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Early Childhood Teacher, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Horse Trainer, Model, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										

Students will need an exercise book, pens, pencils, and a glue-stick.

We endeavour to provide optional trips to live professional theatre performances as they are a valuable learning experience for students. The cost is usually between $15-30 per performance.