Performing Arts Practice 2A (DR) (THTR20039)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Overview
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This subject is an extension of skills taught in Performing Arts Practice 1B
Students will be assigned to either the costume workroom or set and props workshop for a semester to assist in the realisation of elements for VCA productions. Students will work collaboratively with their peers with supervision from both professional and academic staff. Students will be given the opportunity to develop their realisation skills through practical project assignments.
Intended learning outcomes
At the conclusion of this subject the students should have a basic understanding of how the costume and or workshop production departments are utilised to assist with studio based performance projects. The students should have further developed their realisation skills through practical project assignments.
Generic skills
On completing this subject students should have:
- time management and planning skills through managing and organising workloads for recommended reading, essay and assignment completion
- demonstrated capacities for artistic imagination, creativity, transformation and interpretation
- demonstrated practical skills in respect of critical analysis, problem solving, report writing, team work and oral and written communication
- contributed to a range of visual/performing arts environments as artistic collaborators and leaders.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| THTR10015 | Performing Arts Practice 1B (DR) | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
| THTR10013 | Design Realisation 1B | Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank) |
25 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
Active Project Participation 20%
Class attendance is required for this subject; if you do not attend a minimum of 80% of classes without an approved exemption you will not be eligible for a pass in this subject. Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10% per day.
Project Role 50%
Practical assignment on an allocated role as a Costume Assistant or Props Assistant creating a project. (2000 words or equivalent)
Self-Assessment and Journal 20%
A self-reflective written paper at the conclusion of the assignment and a written journal recording the processes. (800 words or equivalent)
Peer Assessment 10%
Complete all forms to the informed standard (200 words or equivalent)
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Mark Postlethwaite Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 50 hours Total time commitment 150 hours Teaching period 26 February 2018 to 27 May 2018 Last self-enrol date 9 March 2018 Census date 31 March 2018 Last date to withdraw without fail 4 May 2018 Assessment period ends 22 June 2018 Semester 1 contact information
Time commitment details
150 hours
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
- Links to additional information
Last updated: 3 November 2022