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For the first time in decades, the value of drama and theatre education and the expertise of drama teachers is recognised by the current government.

This document has been facilitated and coordinated by Dr Steve Ball and Dr Geoff Readman on behalf of the Drama and Theatre Education Alliance (DTEA).

This month’s ND Blog is by Honor Hoskins, the Creative Producer with Vamos Theatre, leading the company’s Creative Learning and Engagement Programme.

The government’s Curriculum and Assessment Review represents a unique opportunity for all National Drama members to voice their opinions and views about the current status of Drama in schools.

In this month’s ND Blog, Tom Williams and Libby Bellhouse, who performed at the National Drama Conference, tell us about their journey as members of Vita Nova, an arts charity for those in recovery from drug and alcohol abuse.

“National Drama congratulates all students, centres and teachers who have received their A Level results today, with a massive well done to those who are brave, creative and resilient enough to opt for Drama, despite the last thirteen years of unhelpful Government policies. We salute those visionary state schools, who – like most private schools –

Our Chair, Geoff Readman, in consultation with the ND Executive, submitted our application to the Council for Subject Associations (CfSA) in June. When we received confirmation of our success the CfSA commented: This is a wonderful recognition of all the much valued work ND has done over a sustained period of time. This award acknowledges our provision