There are different dramatic techniques that can be included in a practical piece of work, including both vocal and physical elements, to help to bring a stimulus to life.

It is vital to employ a range of exploratory techniques to develop and work on initial ideas for a devised piece.

There are many genres and styles that can be explored in the initial stages of a devised piece to develop and steer it. It is vital that the chosen genre or style will work for the target audience.

Different theatre practitioners use various methods for performance and design and these can be used as an influence when creating a piece of theatre.

There are several stages within the rehearsal process to refine both design and performance elements.

There are many ways that a performance can be refined and developed by both performers and designers.

There are several tools available to performers when interpreting and performing a character, all of which can be experimented with.

There are several different designers working within each production. Each is responsible for communicating meaning to an audience through their designs on stage in a variety of ways.

Being aware of health and safety requirements is essential for performers and designers when creating and performing drama, to prevent injury.

Creating a portfolio or devising log is a creative and developmental process. The end result documents the procedure of devising a piece of drama.