Module Identifier |
DR10420 |
Module Title |
PERFORMANCE:THE PRODUCTION AS THE THEATRICAL EVENT 2 |
Academic Year |
2007/2008 |
Co-ordinator |
Mr David J Blumfield |
Semester |
Intended for use in future years |
Next year offered |
N/A |
Next semester offered |
N/A |
Pre-Requisite |
Optional for Single Honours Drama Students only., , , |
Course delivery |
Practical | 1st year production: Preparation, rehearsal and performance, (8x3 hour practical) + 12 hour intensive weekend prior to the final performance. |
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Lecture | |
Assessment |
Assessment Type | Assessment Length/Details | Proportion |
Semester Assessment | Presentation: Production allocation | 60% |
Semester Assessment | Report: Working Notebook | 30% |
Semester Assessment | Practical Exercise: Self-awareness programme | 10% |
Supplementary Assessment | Resit arrangements will be dealt with on an individual basis after detailed consultation with the module co-ordinator and the Director of Teaching and Learning. | |
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Problem solving |
The module will develop the skills gained on DR10320
Creative problem solving and outcome recognition are an integral feature of the module and are assessed and encouraged. |
Research skills |
Further research is an essential and necessary part of a student's training and education. The most successful students are those who read and look beyond the minimum requirements. A comprehensive reader is provided, with extracts from exemplary practitioners. Students are strongly advised to engage with detailed research. |
Improving own Learning and Performance |
Detailed self analysis and an understanding of the potential for change and development in physical and vocal skills is essential for making progress in actor training. This module places emphasis on the student's progression, development and achievement. Students are given constructive feedback throughout the module. |
Team work |
Studnets wil be encouraged to recognise the importance of team work when working collaboratively on a practical project. Emphasis will be placed on working as an ensemble and the ability to work co-operatively as part of a team. |
Information Technology |
This is not taught directly, but competence within this field is encouraged for the purposes of research. |
Personal Development and Career planning |
Similarly to DR10320, this module will provide a point of departure for more advanced modules, which encourage the initial development of skills applicable to careers within the theatre/performance industries. |
Subject Specific Skills |
This module will expand and develop performance skills intorudced on DR10320 within the context of a staff directed level one project. |