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Techniques A (Puppetry) (THTR60007)
Graduate coursework level 6Points: 25Not available in 2020
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Overview
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Performance Techniques A (Puppetry) addresses knowledge and techniques specific to the discipline. It is practically based, and includes classes in performance skills, technical skills, writing and design. The performance component explores a wide range of puppet styles including rod, shadow, object, string, glove and body puppet. In the technical component, students will focus on technical issues that are particular to puppets and the scenic space around them. Students will study puppet construction which will include the consideration of issues such as weight, size, materials and mechanics
The writing and design components examine the development of a puppetry script from the initial idea through to its realisation in performance. The students will explore and become familiar with various script development models and the particular role of the writer and the designer within them.
The subject encourages the student to understand and experience the inter-related nature of the various creative elements that comprise puppet theatre as a collaborative art form as well as experience the more traditional solo approach. The subject will examine play-making processes both text based and non-text based. It will encourage the development of an original solo work.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should be able to
- demonstrate skills in the manipulation and operation of puppets in a range of styles;
- demonstrate technical knowledge particular to puppets and the scenic space around them;
- develop a script from the initial idea through to realisation in performance.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject 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/performng 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 responsibiltiy 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
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Written/practical assignments equivalent to essay
| 80% | |
Participation | Throughout the teaching period | 20% |
Additional details
Assignments will be due at regular intervals during the semester
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
Not available in 2020
Time commitment details
14 hours per week total 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