Performance and the World (ENGL30048)

Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject is a study of performance in its many modalities around the world. It brings together the areas of theatrical performance in traditional theatre venues, avant-garde and experimental performance in non-traditional spaces, dance both traditional and contemporary, and a range of comparative cultural performances that may include global activism and protest, sporting events, festivals and spectacles. Students will examine the impact of globalisation on performance practice and the effects of digital access to performances from around the world. They will also consider the role of the audience and spectatorship in performance reception and interpretation and develop an understanding of how meaning is negotiated and contested. Examples will be drawn from published texts, audio-visual material, and, where appropriate, live performance events.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should have:

  • An understanding of the processes and techniques associated with research in the creative arts and the ability to demonstrate an appreciation of cultures and societies outside of Australia
  • The ability to recognize and explain the key modalities of performance studies
  • The ability to compile a bibliography including traditional text and electronic media sources
  • Gained effective time management skills in the completion of a self-directed research project
  • The ability and self-confidence to comprehend complex concepts
  • The written skills to develop a critical discussion of performance and present essay work at an advanced level.

Generic skills

At the completion of this subject, students should gain the following generic skills:

  • Demonstrate sound and independent critical and ethical thinking in their choice of materials and processes
  • Be able to present written and oral communication to a professional standard regarding their treatment and material choices
  • Be able to engage in critical thinking and analysis by communicating arguments and ideas effectively
  • Develop understanding of social, ethical and cultural contexts.

Last updated: 9 April 2025

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: 9 April 2025

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

An essay

  • 2000 words
During the examination period50%

A creative or conventional tutorial presentation, accompanied by a write-up

  • 2000 words
During the teaching period50%
Hurdle requirement: Attendance hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of 80% attendance at tutorials, seminars, or workshops. There is an expectation that students attend lectures.Throughout the teaching periodN/A
Hurdle requirement: Late Penalty and Assessment hurdle requirement: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at five per cent (5%) of the possible marks available for the assessment task per day or part thereof. All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass the subject. Each submitted assessment must be complete, constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task and will not be accepted after 20 University business days from the original assessment due date without written approval. Throughout the semesterN/A

Last updated: 9 April 2025

Dates & times

  • Semester 2
    CoordinatorPaul Rae
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hoursTotal 30 hours: a 1 hour lecture and 1.5 hour tutorial per week.
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024
    Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024
    Census date 2 September 2024
    Last date to withdraw without fail20 September 2024
    Assessment period ends15 November 2024

    Semester 2 contact information

    paul.rae@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

170 hours

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Last updated: 9 April 2025

Further information

Last updated: 9 April 2025