Radio Drama

RECORDED PERFORMANCE OUTPUT

DRAMA (Radio-Style Production)

Theme: Open (Creative Freedom)
Language: English / Filipino / Cebuano / Mixed
Format: Audio Recording (Radio Drama Style)

Trademark: Must be based on your group's desired name/ brand.

I. OVERVIEW

This performance task requires each group to produce a recorded radio-style drama that demonstrates understanding of the Processes in Production:

• Pre-Production

• Production

• Post-Production

The output must follow professional production standards while showcasing creativity, teamwork, and proper use of auditory art elements (voice, sound effects, silence, pacing, rhythm, tone, etc.).

II. GROUP COMPOSITION (5–8 Members)

Each group must consist of 5–8 members. Assign the following roles (members may hold two roles if necessary, except Director):

Core Production Roles

1. Director – Oversees the entire production; ensures artistic coherence and time management.

2. Scriptwriter – Writes and finalizes the script; ensures dialogue clarity and proper flow.

3. Production Manager – Handles scheduling, coordination, and documentation.

4. Sound Effects Designer (Foley Artist) – Creates and integrates sound effects.

5. Voice Actors/Actresses – Perform assigned characters.

6. Audio Editor – Edits, trims, balances, and enhances the final audio.

7. Spinner / Narrator – Introduces scenes, transitions, and provides storytelling continuity.

8. Quality Control Officer – Checks audio clarity, rating compliance, and rubric alignment.

(All members must have at least 1 minute of speaking airtime.)

III. STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS

A. PRE-PRODUCTION (Planning Stage)

1. Research and Understanding

Each group must research and discuss:

• What is Content Development

• What happens in Pre-Production

• What happens in Production

• What happens in Post-Production

The group must show evidence of understanding these processes through how they execute their project.

2. Decide the Genre

Choose ONE primary genre:

• Comedy

• Tragedy

• Tragic-Comedy

• Drama

• Historical

• Romance

• Mystery

• Thriller

• Suspense

• Fantasy

• Psychological

• Social Realism

• Satire

• Horror (must follow rating guidelines)

3. Develop the Concept

• Identify the theme and central message

• Define characters

• Decide setting (can be realistic or imaginative)

• Identify conflict (internal or external)

4. Scriptwriting

The script must include:

• Title

• Cast List

• Character Descriptions

• Scene Breakdown

• Dialogue Format

• Sound Effect Cues (SFX:)

• Background Music Cues (BGM:)

• Silence/Pause cues

• Introduction with Rating Notice (MTRCB-style)

5. Content Rating Requirement (MTRCB-Style Notice)

Before the drama begins, include a recorded rating notice similar to MTRCB:

Examples:

• G (General Patronage) – Clean and suitable for all audiences.

• PG (Parental Guidance) – Some themes may require guidance.

• SPG (Strong Parental Guidance) – Mature themes.

• R-13 / R-16 / R-18 – Restricted content (must be academically justified).

Note: Explicit content must be academically justified and not offensive.
Profanity, discrimination, or inappropriate themes may result in grade deductions if without permission.

Make sure your content or the story of your drama has a lesson.

B. PRODUCTION (Recording Stage)

Recording Guidelines:

• Each member must speak for at least 1 minute

• Total audio length:

  • Minimum: 4 minutes

  • Maximum: 10 minutes

• Clear voice projection

• Minimal background noise

• Proper pronunciation and articulation

• Use expressive voice techniques:

  • Tone

  • Pitch

  • Volume

  • Emotion

  • Timing

  • Silence

Elements of Auditory Art (Must Be Evident)

• Dialogue delivery

• Sound effects (manual or digital)

• Background music (copyright-safe)

• Pacing and rhythm

• Strategic silence

• Spatial illusion (near/far voice effects)

C. POST-PRODUCTION (Editing & Presentation)

Editing

Use any software that allows voice recording and editing, such as:

• Audacity

• BandLab

• CapCut (Audio Mode)

• Adobe Audition

• GarageBand

Editing must include:

• Trimming mistakes

• Balancing audio levels

• Removing noise

• Smooth transitions

• Clear introduction and ending credits

Classroom Presentation

• The final audio will be played in class.

• Ensure volume is audible.

• Observe professionalism during playback.

• Introduce your group briefly before playing the audio.

• Insert your script as your Template #13.

• In Template #13, write all the information of your group’s drama. (See the format uploaded)

IV. IMPORTANT POLICIES

Privacy Policy

Do NOT upload your production to:

• Facebook

• YouTube

• TikTok

• Any public platform

Unless official permission is given.

Submission Requirements

Submit:

1. Final Audio File (MP3/WAV format)

2. Printed/Digital Script to be inserted in your Template #13

3. List of Members and Roles to be inserted in your Template #13

4. Genre and Rating Declaration

V. RUBRIC FOR GRADING (100 Points)

RADIO DRAMA PERFORMANCE RUBRIC

1. Understanding of Production Process (20 pts)

• 18–20: Clearly demonstrates all stages (Pre-, Pro-, Post-Production)

• 15–17: Mostly evident

• 10–14: Limited understanding

• 0–9: Poor demonstration

2. Script Quality & Creativity (20 pts)

• Strong storyline

• Clear conflict

• Well-developed characters

• Logical flow

• Creative theme

3. Voice Acting & Auditory Elements (20 pts)

• Clear diction

• Emotional expression

• Effective sound effects

• Proper pacing

• Good voice modulation

4. Technical Quality (15 pts)

• Clean audio

• Balanced sound levels

• Smooth editing

• Professional intro/outro

5. Team Participation & Role Fulfillment (15 pts)

• Equal participation

• Evident collaboration

• Clear role execution

6. Time Compliance & Rating Compliance (10 pts)

• 4–10 minutes only

• All members have ≥1 minute airtime

• Proper rating notice included

VI. SAMPLE OPENING FORMAT

 “This is a student-produced radio drama entitled [Title].
This material is rated PG (Parental Guidance).
Some scenes may contain emotional themes. Listener discretion is advised.”

VII. LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By completing this task, students will:

• Demonstrate understanding of artistic production processes.

• Apply auditory art principles.

• Collaborate effectively in creative production.

• Exercise ethical responsibility in media creation.

• Produce a technically sound radio-style drama.

Enjoy!

SAMPLE LINKS

Cebuano Version

1. RMN Drama - What's the Style

2. RMN Drama - Kini ang Akong Suliran

3. RMN Drama - Kon Ako ang Pasiltihon

4. RMN Drama - Handumanan sa Usa ka Awit

English Version

1. BBC Radio - The Lodger

2. BBC Radio Drama - Better Never Than Late by R.D. Wingfield 

3. Live Radio Drama - HK

4. English Drama

Filipino Version

1. Ito Ang Aking Buhay - Ang Testimonya ni Nelly

2. Ito ang Aking Buhay Playlist

Sample Background Music

1. Mercie Cherie - Paul Mauriat

2. La Decadanse, Song for Anna, Ballade pour Adeline, Mariage de amour, Romance de Amour

3. Richard Clayderman - Ballade Pour Adeline