Trinity Exam Courses

Description

Manchester Theatre Academy is now an official centre for Trinity College London graded drama exams. We offer the full range of drama and musical theatre grades, so please do get in contact with us to find out more.

ACTING (SOLO) On successful completion of this exam, the candidate will be able to:

Initial

• Perform a monologue with some characterisation
• Perform a mime using physical skills appropriate to the story
• Reflect at a basic level on performance material

Grade 1

• Perform a monologue using vocal and physical skills and the performance space appropriate to the material
• Perform a mime using physical skills and the performance space appropriate to the story
• Reflect at a basic level on performance material

Grades 2–3

• Perform a monologue using vocal and physical skills and the performance space appropriate to the material
• Perform a mime or speech/scene using vocal and physical skills and the performance space appropriate to the material
• Create and perform an original scene that demonstrates a further exploration of character
• Reflect on performance material

 

Grades 4–5

• Perform play extracts using vocal and physical skills and the performance space appropriate to the material.
•  Create and perform an original scene that demonstrates a further exploration of character.
• Reflect on the material and skills used in the performances.

Activities

• We will warm up and get to know each other
• Work on voice variation, delivery of the monologue, diction, projection, accent where appropriate.
• We will cover use of space, facial expression, physical theatre/mime.
• Rehearse pieces in pairs with group feedback.
• Grade 2 students will respond to the stimulus provided to create a piece.
• Film the pieces to be sent digitally to the examiner.

Suitable pieces can be found on this website – https://www.trinitycollege.com/gallery/anthologyonline

RQF level	Grade(s)	Level Entry level
Level 1	Grades 1–3	Foundation
Level 2	Grades 4–5	Intermediate
Level 3	Grades 6–8	Advanced

Attainment Bands

The exams are marked out of 100. Candidates’ results correspond to different attainment levels as follows:

• Marks received Attainment level 85 or more: Distinction
• 75–84: Merit
• 65–74: Pass
• 64 and below: Below Pass

Places are limited, as this will require more in depth work with a drama teacher. Suitable for 5 – 18 year olds.

More information on Trinity College’s Drama Diplomas is available here – https://www.trinitycollege.com/qualifications/digital/digital-grades-diplomas/drama-grades-and-certificates

Initial (age recommendation 5 and up) Price: £105

Grade 1 (age recommendation 7 and up) Price: £108

Grade 2 (age recommendation 8 and up) Price: £130

Grade 3 (age recommendation 8 and up) Price: £136

Grade 4 (age recommendation 12 and up) Price: £164

Grade 5 (age recommendation 12 and up) Price: £174

The price includes tuition, exam fees and digital certificates