VCE Theatre Studies
Subject Overview
Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of theatre with VCE Theatre Studies, guided by the VCAA Theatre Study Design 2025-2029. Explore diverse theatre styles, from classical to contemporary, and take on exciting production roles like actor, director and designer. Collaborate with peers to bring scripts to life, experiment with performance techniques, and develop your creative and analytical skills. This course deepens your understanding of theatre’s cultural significance while refining your storytelling abilities. Whether you dream of performing, directing, or designing, Theatre Studies offers a thrilling journey into the art of stagecraft. Step into the spotlight and let your creativity shine!
Unit 1 & 2
In Unit 1 & 2 you will:
- Explore pre-modern as well as modern theatre
- Interpret play scripts
- Analyse a professional performance
- Analyse a play in performance
Unit 3 & 4
In Unit 3 & 4 you will:
- Explore a range of theatre styles
- Explore a range of production roles
- Interpret play scripts
- Analyse a professional performance
- Analyse a play in performance
Types of Assessment
- Visual Folio
- Analysis Tasks
- Workshops
- Research Tasks
- Performance
Class Activities
- Exploration of production roles
- Group work activities
- Workshopping
- Industry visits
- Performance
- Go to the theatre
Careers that may link to this subject area
- Actor
- Auctioneer
- Audio Engineer
- Child Care Worker
- Costume Designer
- Dramaturg
- Film/TV Director
- Journalist
- Lighting Designer
- Make-Up Artist
- Recreation Officer
- Screen Play Writer
- Stage Manager Teacher
- Theatre Education