Dramatic Arts Paper 1 (English)

November 2017 — Grade 12 / Matric — Dramatic Arts

Past Paper 2017 Grade 12 English

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2.1Name the theatrical term used to describe the dramatic structure of Woza Albert! Refer to line (1\

2.2Sugg est the advantages of the dram atic structure identified in QUESTION

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2.3sing examples from the play text, motivate why Woza Albert! ight defined as rotest heatre.

2.4Disc uss where and how Mbongeni Ngema and Percy Mtwa found the material to create their play Woza Albert! which is

2.5Name a theatre practitioner who influenced the Theatre of P overty style (line 7\ in Woza Albert! (1\

2.6Motivate why Woza Albert! ight be considered to be an example of Theatre of P overty (line 7\.

2.7Describe the theatre skills and techniques the actors ight use to create the image of a jazz band (line 1 and transform into a white policeman and

2.8Discuss h ow Woza Albert! ight reflection of the cultural reality (line \ that influenced the creation of the play. Focus on: Characters

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3.3Discuss the value and function of creating Sophiatown the play as a living

3.4Assess why it might be important for Sophiatown to be brought to life once again on stage tod ay.

3.5.1How would you, as a young director, benefit from working with Malcolm Purkey on this new pro duction?

3.5.2Discuss how you might block the f inal scene of the play usin g the stage depicted in SOURCE

3.5.3As a director, discuss the vocal and physical pe rformance choices you would suggest to the actors portraying Jakes and Mamariti to enhance the i mpact of the final scene. (6\ Evaluate whether t

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4.1According to Tiemie, what is Tjokkie lying about (line 1\ (1\

4.2Explain what Tiemie means when she says that she is ifferent from (line 1\ (2\

4.3Suggest why Tjokkie feels that he has hurt everyone (line 3\ (2\

4.4The director stat that Siener in die Suburbs may be classified as a realistic play because it adheres (keeps\ to the three unities of

4.5cuss your design ide as on how to modernise some aspects of the play for the new film version. Focus on the following:

4.5.1Costume (refer to any ONE of the characters (4\

4.5.2Setting ocations

4.5.3Set and props (4\

4.5.4Sound ffects

4.6Motivate how you would perform the role of Jake s OR Tiemie in the extract in SOURCE Focus on the vocal AND physical characterisation of the

4.7The director commented he play is certainly a pessimis tic piece of theatre Evaluate the director's comment . State whether you agree with his opinion

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5.1SOURCE E is the first draft of a poster to advertise the production. Suggest what you might add to the poster to advertise the production effectively. (2\

5.2Motivate why the title The Truth Hurts But Silence Kills might be suitable for your new production. (2\

5.3State how Sipho silence about the truth hurt him

5.4Briefly describe a scene in the play Not hing B ut he Truth which could be

5.5Explain how you might use Stanislavski ystem/ ethod to direct the actors in the scene you selected in QUESTION

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5.6Refer to your chosen scene and explain TWO vocal and physical skills that the actor s can apply to portray the scene convincingly. (4\

5.7Select and explain ONE other suitable item (song, monologue etc.\ you might include in your production that w enhance the message of reconciliation and forgiveness. (4\

5.8Motivate you r choice of a suitable venue for your new production. (4\

5.9Discuss how Nothing But the Truth mirror the TRC process of reconciliation in telling our stories the past so that

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6.1Motivate your choice of genre for the production of Groundswell. (2\

6.2Briefly summarise the plot of the play. (3\

6.3Suggest what voca l and physical training you require from EACH of the actors you wish to cast to give a convincing performance (6\

6.4Describe the type of stage space and set you require for your production. (6\

6.5Motivate whether or not your production requires an age restriction. (2\

6.6Give TWO reasons why you think that your production of Groundswell would benefit from being staged at the Grahamstown Festival. (4\ AND SOURCE G #Groundswell@Grahamstown

6.7Comment on the effect iveness of the tweet in SOURCE to market your play successfully.

6.8Sugg est an appropriate sponsor for the play.

6.9rite a director s note for your theatre programme, in wh ich you discuss the statement in SOURCE Filled with intrigue, illicit diamond deals and suspense, this play promises to be the hit of the Festi

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7.1Identify and give an example of where ONE of the following genres might be found in the play: Comedy Tragedy ragi comedy (2\

7.2Identify ONE antagonist in the play.

7.3Comment on the following statements made by previous audiences:

7.3.1'The play should n be translated!' (2\

7.3.2'The play is outdated and irrelevant!' (2\

7.4Suggest why the play is often referred to as 'magical' in nature. (4\ AND 13

7.5Select ONE of the site specific venues in SOURCE xplain why your selecti would make

7.6Using an example from the play text, state reasons whether or not your

7.7Describe ho w you might create the symbolism of darkness and light throu the use of sound and lighting in your production. AND

7.8rite irector s note for your theatre programme in which you discuss the following statement in SOURCE his magnificent play is rich with sym

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8.1Give your production a new #hashtag titl (1\

8.2Describe the following:

8.2.1The purpose of your production (2\

8.2.2The number of performers

8.2.3The target a udience

8.2.4rformance space (2\

8.3Plan a rehearsal schedule in which you name and explai n the phas es of the workshop process

8.4Describe how actors might use the performance space in order to maximise the theatrical impact of your opening scene. (3\

8.5Identify the theatrical elements found in a group toy toying and holding up posters (4\

8.6Assess the possible impact on an audience of the opening scene in which learners are toyi toying. (4\

8.7Explain how you might apply Grotowski s Poor Theatre principles to your production (6\

8.8In Dramatic Arts you learn t about the ability of theatre to change society. Discuss the validity (truth\ of the above statement Use your knowledge of dramatic processes, principles and skills and the

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Mark Allocation

Total150 marks

Sections40 + 40 + 40 + 40 + 40 + 40 = 240 marks

Paper information

SubjectDramatic Arts

Year2017

SessionNovember

TypePast Paper

PaperPaper 1

LanguageEnglish

Pages16

Downloads3

Examination context

Decade2010s

Years ago9y

SeasonSpring (SH)

Start daySunday

Exam periodNovember 2017

Days since exam3,274

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