Performance Practice 2A (DRAM20016)

Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)

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The focus of this subject is to learn about rehearsal, staging and production processes in a variety of modes, including period drama, adaptation and mediated performance. Students will then create short, collaborative performances drawing on the skills learnt in Acting and Performance Making 2A.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject students should be able to demonstrate the ability to:




  • Work constructively as an individual within an ensemble.
  • Use materials of theatre as central sources in the making of a theatrical performance.
  • Practice using the material elements of theatre within the context of performance
  • Take on a variety of production roles as required by the context
  • Understand the technical and organisational requirements of a small scale theatrical performance
  • Perform in a range of styles and modes of performance.
  • Demonstrate the skills of story telling: making offers, advancing meaning, physical and vocal association

Generic skills

On completion of this subject students should have acquired the following skills

  • The capacity for imaginative and transformative activity.
  • The ability to operate technical equipment confidently
  • The ability to manage time effectively
  • The capacity to participate effectively in collaborative learning as a team member whilst respecting individual differences
  • The ability to transfer conceptual thinking into practice.
  • The ability to work confidently in the unknown
  • The ability to analyse written material
  • The ability to adapt and transform material

Last updated: 3 November 2022