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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit extends the skills of the actor and requires more exacting and greater detail in scene preparation and performance. Emphasis is placed on the ability to apply the process of rehearsal to a transformative performance and understand and apply the principals of standard theatre practice to the work in the ensemble. It also introduces the roles and working methods of various artistic and technical personnel involved in professional theatre. A high level of integration of class work is expected in the performances in this unit.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Rehearsals and performance/showing in a studio and/or locations, Critical feedback, including an oral self assessment occurring after each showing, Library activities.
GS2 GRADING SCHEMA 2 Used for performance and/or practical based units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Performance | Scene work |
| Performance | Original work developed from set of scripted requirements. Created and presented in groups. |
| Performance | Final play |
| Reflective Practice | Written self assessment of process and performance outlining goals for improvement. |
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit extends the skills of the actor and requires more exacting and greater detail in scene preparation and performance. Emphasis is placed on the ability to apply the process of rehearsal to a transformative performance and understand and apply the principals of standard theatre practice to the work in the ensemble. It also introduces the roles and working methods of various artistic and technical personnel involved in professional theatre. A high level of integration of class work is expected in the performances in this unit.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Rehearsals and performance/showing in a studio and/or locations, Critical feedback, including an oral self assessment occurring after each showing, Library activities. Research and development in the field/rehearsal.
GS2 GRADING SCHEMA 2 Used for performance and/or practical based units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Performance | Scene work - presented in class |
| Performance | Scene work presented to staff and students (e.g. Chekhov) |
| Performance | Final play |
| Reflective Practice | Written self assessment of process and performance outlining goals for improvement. |
^ Mandatory reference
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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