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Techniques B (Production Management) (THTR60014)
Graduate coursework level 6Points: 12.5Not available in 2018
Overview
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This subject is a further development of the material introduced in Performance Techniques A (Production and Events Management)
This subject will assist students to comprehend the terminology of technical components involved in performance production (Lighting, Sound, Costume, Design, Workshop). Students will also be introduced to the basic principles and logistics of planning and implementing a regional and interstate Australian tour.
On completion of this subject, students should have the ability to comprehend concepts and basic principles of set, costume and props construction as well as interpret and analyse varied theatre/venue data and comprehend the implications this information has on the performance/event.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should be able to
- demonstrate an comprehension of production process and terminology;
- apply key accounting concepts and budgeting skills to projects;
- demonstrate management skills in the context of production;
- demonstrate a comprehension of legal terminology in the context of production.
Generic skills
At the completion of the course students should be able to:
- Exhibit extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of their discipline including relevant professional knowledge, skills, discipline and ethics as they relate to a practising visual/performing artist;
- Demonstrate capacities for artistic imagination, creativity, transformation and interpretation;
- Demonstrate practical skills in respect of critical analysis, problem solving, report writing, team work and oral and written communication;
- Demonstrate a flexible and innovative approach to the national and international challenges for the professional visual/performing artist in the 21st century;
- Work at various levels, both as an individual and as a team member, in a wide variety of visual/performing artistic environments;
- Contribute to a range of visual/performing arts environments as artistic collaborators and leaders;
- Demonstrate an open, independent and inquiring attitude towards contemporary cultural developments and new ideas;
- Critically and creatively engage with topics of cultural significance across communities;
- Understand and appreciate how the visual and performing arts connect with the broader society and contribute to its social and economic development;
- Understand their relationship with and responsibility to their cultural environment and society.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
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
Written/practical assignments equivalent to 4,000 word essay (80%); participation (20%). Assignments will be due at regular intervals during the semester
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
Not available in 2018
Time commitment details
7 hours per week time commitment
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
None
Recommended texts and other resources
None
- Links to additional information
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022