BTEC Performing Arts – Component 1 Writing Structure Pack
Pathway: Production Arts
Theme Example: Acceptance
Simplify Component 1 with this step-by-step Production Arts Pathway writing structure, designed to help students create high-quality portfolios for Tasks 1 and 2. This resource guides learners to analyse professional productions and reflect on their own practical work, with a focus on technical theatre and design.
What’s Included
Complete Production Arts Pathway writing structure
Task breakdowns aligned with BTEC assessment criteria
Guided sections for analysis, rehearsal reflection, and theme-focused design
Suitable for written reports, annotated designs, PowerPoints, blogs, scrapbooks, or vlogs
Support for including visual evidence such as sketches, cue sheets, photos, and diagrams
Task 1 – Investigating Professional Work
Students analyse how a professional production used technical and design elements to explore a theme, covering:
Set, costume, lighting, sound, hair and makeup design
Creative intentions and influences
Skills required and roles/responsibilities of the production team
Annotated visual evidence linking design choices to the theme
Task 2 – Exploring Performing Arts Processes
Students explore how the production was created and rehearsed, including:
Idea generation and early design development
Rehearsal and collaborative design processes
Workflow from mood boards and prototypes to technical and dress rehearsals
Reflection on personal learning and practical exploration
Visual documentation to demonstrate process and understanding
Perfect For
BTEC Tech Award in Performing Arts – Production Arts Pathway
Year 10 and 11 students preparing Component 1 portfolios
Teachers seeking a ready-to-use structure that saves time and supports theme-focused analysis
Help students write, reflect, and present like professional theatre designers.
Download the Production Arts Writing Structure Pack today.
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BTEC Performing Arts – Component 1 Writing Bundle + Full Scheme of Work
BTEC Performing Arts – Component 1 Writing Bundle + Full Scheme of Work Make Component 1 accessible, structured, and engaging for all learners with this complete SEND-friendly bundle. This bundle includes: 6 SEND-Friendly Writing Resources 3 Writing Structures – step-by-step frameworks for Acting, Musical Theatre, and Production Arts. 3 Detailed Writing Guides – sentence starters, prompts, and examples for each pathway, tailored to SEND learners. Full Component 1 Scheme of Work (Pearson Level 2) A full-term, 12-week plan using Disney’s The Lion King: The Musical as a central focus. Covers all pathways: Acting, Musical Theatre, and Production Arts. Fully adaptable to different timetables and teaching groups. Key Features: Theme-Focused: Everything links to Acceptance, helping learners stay on task and connect ideas across practical and written work. SEND-Friendly Design: Short, clear sentences, visual prompts, and scaffolding reduce cognitive load and build confidence. Pathway-Specific Support: Detailed guidance for Acting, Musical Theatre, and Production Arts, including Task 1 (Investigation of Professional Work) and Task 2 (Exploring Performing Arts Processes). Practical & Academic Integration: Combines workshops, research, reflection, and evaluation for complete coverage of Component 1 assessment criteria. Ready-to-Use: Saves hours of planning with structured lessons, prompts, and activities. Scheme of Work Highlights: Practical Workshops: Movement, voice, singing, and ensemble work inspired by The Lion King, exploring storytelling through choreography, characterisation, and staging. Acting Pathway: Character development, script work, and ensemble performance linked to key scenes. Musical Theatre Pathway: Integration of singing, acting, and movement to develop triple-threat skills. Production Arts Pathway: Study of set, costume, lighting, sound, and stage management; how technical elements support storytelling and atmosphere. Research & Contextual Study: Tasks exploring professional repertoire, production styles, and comparisons with other shows. Reflection & Evaluation: Opportunities to analyse practical work and link personal development to professional practice. Assessment Alignment: Embedded checkpoints and guidance for collecting evidence to meet Component 1 criteria. Benefits: Fully planned and ready to deliver, saving teachers hours of preparation. Flexible for different pathways and group abilities. Supports SEND learners with structured guidance, sentence starters, and clear prompts. Motivates students through engaging, well-known material. Prepares learners not only for Component 1 but builds foundations for Components 2 and 3. Perfect For: Teachers delivering Component 1 of the BTEC Tech Award. SEND learners needing clear, scaffolded support. Classrooms using practical, research, and reflective tasks to explore Performing Arts. Any group aiming to achieve Component 1 outcomes efficiently and confidently. Get this complete bundle and provide your learners with all the tools, guidance, and planning they need to succeed in Component 1 of BTEC Performing Arts!
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Performing Arts – Component 1 Writing Bundle (All 6 Resources)
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BTEC Performing Arts – Component 1 Writing Structure Pack
BTEC Performing Arts – Component 1 Writing Structure Pack Pathways: Acting • Musical Theatre • Production Arts Theme Example: Acceptance Take the stress out of Component 1 with this clear, step-by-step writing structure designed to help students produce high-quality written portfolios for Tasks 1 and 2. Whether you're teaching Acting, Musical Theatre, or Production Arts, this pack breaks down exactly what learners need to include to hit the top mark bands. What’s Included Three downloadable writing structures (one for each pathway: Acting, Musical Theatre & Production Arts) Detailed task breakdowns aligned with the BTEC Tech Award in Performing Arts Component 1 criteria Guided sections to support clear, focused, and structured responses Accessible format for reports, slideshows, blogs, scrapbooks, or vlogs Theme integration tips to help students consistently link their work to the set theme Task 1 – Investigating Professional Work (24 Marks) Students are guided through a structured analysis of a professional performance, covering: Introduction to the chosen work Stylistic qualities and performance features Creative intentions and purpose Key influences and theatrical styles Skills required by performers Roles and responsibilities of the creative team This section is perfect for helping learners build detailed, example-rich analysis that clearly links to the theme. Task 2 – Exploring Performing Arts Processes (36 Marks) The structure supports students to explore how professional work is developed, and reflect on their own practical learning, including: Generating and developing ideas Rehearsal processes and techniques Creative and collaborative approaches The full production process, from concept to performance Reflection on personal learning and professional practice This section helps students mirror professional methods in their own work and articulate their process with confidence. Why Teachers Love This Pack Saves hours of planning and scaffolding time Gives students a clear framework to follow Encourages independent, high-quality written work Ideal for classwork, homework, or coursework support Works for all levels of ability, from emerging writers to distinction-level learners Perfect For BTEC Tech Award in Performing Arts (Acting, Musical Theatre, Production Arts) Year 10 and 11 learners preparing Component 1 portfolios Teachers looking for ready-to-use structures that boost clarity and confidence Help your students write like professionals, think like theatre-makers, and achieve their best in Component 1. Download the full Writing Structure Pack today!
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