Overview
As the first unit of the intermediate second year level in this series, you will continue the systematic progression of the ideas and expressive practicum in the realisation of theatre performance, by undertaking more complex activities according to your specialisation in either Music Theatre , Drama or Technical Theatre. If you are in the Music Theatre specialisation, you will concentrate on synthesising the three areas of acting, music and dance, in exercises designed to establish the basics of harnessing and focusing your expressive ability through self-awareness and examining the concept of 'choice'. If you are in the Drama specialisation, you will concentrate on synthesising the three areas of acting, voice and movement, in exercises designed to establish the basics of harnessing and focusing your expressive ability through self-awareness and examining the concept of 'choice'. If you are in the Technical Theatre specialisation you will explore stage lighting from the standpoint of aesthetics as well as the practical execution of the design concept.
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Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
There are no requisites for this unit.
Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
Offerings For Term 1 - 2019
Attendance Requirements
All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes – in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Class Timetable
Assessment Overview
Assessment Grading
This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of ‘pass’ in order to pass the unit. If any ‘pass/fail’ tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully (‘pass’ grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the ‘assessment task’ section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University’s Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.
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You may wish to view these policies:
- Grades and Results Policy
- Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
- Review of Grade Procedure
- Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure – Domestic Students
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure – International Students
- Student Refund and Credit Balance Policy and Procedure
- Student Feedback – Compliments and Complaints Policy and Procedure
- Information and Communications Technology Acceptable Use Policy and Procedure
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Feedback, Recommendations and Responses
Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.
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- Apply intermediate level theatre skills, theatre craft and dramatic expression to various acting tasks set for this unit
- Perform accurately and musically the vocal scales, technical exercises and songs set for this unit
- Perform set dance combinations of increasing complexity in in contrasting styles, relevant to music theatre, as set for this unit.
- Apply intermediate level theatre skills, theatre craft and dramatic expression to various drama tasks set for this unit
- Apply intermediate level principles of breath usage, support and placement of the voice to various performance exercises set for this unit.
- Apply intermediate levels of strength and flexibility in expressive movement to various performance
- Execute and critically analyse the production projects and technical tasks set for this unit
- Apply your knowledge of lighting design and operations to various production tasks set for this unit
- Critically reflect on your performance practice and artistic development
Learning outcomes 1 - 3 apply to students in the Music Theatre specialisation. Learning outcomes 4 - 6 apply to students in the Drama specialisation. Learning outcomes 7 - 8 apply to students in the Technical Theatre specialisation. Learning outcome 9 applies to all students enrolled in this unit.
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | |
| 1 - Practical Assessment - 30% | |||||||||
| 2 - Practical Assessment - 30% | |||||||||
| 3 - Practical Assessment - 30% | |||||||||
| 4 - Written Assessment - 10% | |||||||||
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
| Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | ||||||||
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | |
| 1 - Communication | |||||||||
| 2 - Problem Solving | |||||||||
| 3 - Critical Thinking | |||||||||
| 4 - Information Literacy | |||||||||
| 5 - Team Work | |||||||||
| 6 - Information Technology Competence | |||||||||
| 7 - Cross Cultural Competence | |||||||||
| 8 - Ethical practice | |||||||||
| 9 - Social Innovation | |||||||||
| 10 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures | |||||||||
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Graduate Attributes
| Assessment Tasks | Graduate Attributes | |||||||||
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
| 1 - Practical Assessment - 30% | ||||||||||
| 2 - Practical Assessment - 30% | ||||||||||
| 3 - Practical Assessment - 30% | ||||||||||
| 4 - Written Assessment - 10% | ||||||||||
Textbooks
There are no required textbooks.
IT Resources
- CQUniversity Student Email
- Internet
- Unit Website (Moodle)
All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: American Psychological Association 6th Edition (APA 6th edition)
For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.
l.lorenza@cqu.edu.au
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Performance Assessment 1 Due: Week 10 Monday (20 May 2019) 11:45 pm AEST
Performance Assessment 3 Due: Week 10 Monday (20 May 2019) 11:45 pm AEST
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1 Practical Assessment
Music theatre specialisation
You will be required to complete a practical assessment in singing consisting of the following:
Technical exam (closed assessment within the exam period)
- Technical scales and exercises as set for Level 3, to be sung from memory.
- One vocalise by Giuseppe Concone's Book of Vocalises, Opus 9- choosing between numbers 13-25. The vocalise must be sung from memory, with piano accompaniment.
Performance exam (public performance at the end of the term)
- The program should demonstrate a choice of 4 works covering the different genres available throughout the history of 20th and 21st century music theatre with a total performance time of no longer than 15 minutes.
- The program should show a variety of styles and tempos and be sung entirely from memory.
- The program must include one song by Stephen Sondheim.
- The program must contain a 'combined discipline' piece. The combined discipline piece must be a song in which the student demonstrates the ability to use correct vocal technique whilst moving and to make effective change from speech to vocal qualities.
- The program is to be chosen in consultation with your Lecturer to ensure an appropriate level of difficulty is attempted.
- Program notes for the recital program must be submitted at the time of the vocal exam. They should be a minimum of 200 words for each piece of music that you are performing in your recital program. You do not need to do program notes for your Technical exam.
Drama specialisation
Performance exam (public or closed performance at the end of the term)
- You will be required to present a drama performance of material chosen in consultation with the drama lecturer.
Technical Theatre specialisation
- Technical Theatre Project 1 - Practical (20%)
- subject area to be determined by the course coordinator and the technical theatre specialist staff
- Technical Theatre Project 1 - Written journal and research (10%)
Week 10 Monday (20 May 2019) 11:45 pm AEST
After examination week.
Music theatre specialisation
The following criteria will be applied:
Technical examination
- accuracy of intonation
- accuracy of musical elements
- clarity and accuracy of lyrics
- breath control and support
Performance examination
- accuracy of intonation and consistency of pitch
- clarity and accuracy of lyrics
- ability to use support
- ability to use appropriate vocal colours and use of vocal colours
- ability to maintain correct vocal use whilst moving
- ability to make effective change between singing and speech qualities
- communication of content and the ability to understand the pieces presented
- appropriateness of program notes
Drama specialisation:
Each of the following criteria are equally weighted for the monologue and drama presentations:
- effectiveness of vocal delivery
- effectiveness of physicality
- evidence of active choices & focus on the other
- maturity and depth of interpretation
- commitment to the appropriate style
Technical theatre specialisation
Assessment criteria will be negotiated as appropriate for each individual project.
- Apply intermediate level theatre skills, theatre craft and dramatic expression to various acting tasks set for this unit
- Perform accurately and musically the vocal scales, technical exercises and songs set for this unit
- Perform set dance combinations of increasing complexity in in contrasting styles, relevant to music theatre, as set for this unit.
- Apply intermediate level theatre skills, theatre craft and dramatic expression to various drama tasks set for this unit
- Apply intermediate level principles of breath usage, support and placement of the voice to various performance exercises set for this unit.
- Apply intermediate levels of strength and flexibility in expressive movement to various performance
- Execute and critically analyse the production projects and technical tasks set for this unit
- Apply your knowledge of lighting design and operations to various production tasks set for this unit
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Team Work
2 Practical Assessment
Music theatre specialisation
- You will be required to complete practical drama assessments based on material worked on during class.
- Assessments will be performed in front of the class and/or at a public performance at the end of the term.
Drama specialisation
- You will be required to complete practical drama assessments based on material worked on during class.
- Assessments will be performed in front of the class and/or at a public performance at the end of the term.
Technical Theatre specialisation
- You will be required to complete a practical project as assigned by the technical theatre lecturer.
- Assessments will be assigned throughout the term.
Week 12 Monday (3 June 2019) 11:45 pm AEST
After examination week.
Music theatre and Drama specialisations
Each of the following assessment criteria are equally weighted:
- effectiveness of vocal delivery
- effectiveness of physicality
- evidence of active choices & focus on the other
- maturity and depth of interpretation
- commitment to the appropriate style
- 100% attendance at all classes, tutorials and rehearsals as stated on the CQCM timetable
Students who are not able to attend any scheduled acting class, tutorial or rehearsal must present a doctor's certificate or letter from the student counselor outlining the reasons for non-attendance.
Technical theatre specialisation
Assessment criteria will be negotiated as appropriate for each individual project.
- Apply intermediate level theatre skills, theatre craft and dramatic expression to various acting tasks set for this unit
- Perform accurately and musically the vocal scales, technical exercises and songs set for this unit
- Perform set dance combinations of increasing complexity in in contrasting styles, relevant to music theatre, as set for this unit.
- Apply intermediate level theatre skills, theatre craft and dramatic expression to various drama tasks set for this unit
- Apply intermediate level principles of breath usage, support and placement of the voice to various performance exercises set for this unit.
- Apply intermediate levels of strength and flexibility in expressive movement to various performance
- Execute and critically analyse the production projects and technical tasks set for this unit
- Apply your knowledge of lighting design and operations to various production tasks set for this unit
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Team Work
3 Practical Assessment
Music theatre specialisation
You will be required to complete a practical assessment in each of the four styles of dance shown here:
- Classical ballet
- Contemporary
- Modern music theatre (jazz)
- Tap
Specific choreography and routines for each of these dance styles will be taught throughout the term and assessed during the end of term examination period. This will be a closed assessment during the end of term exam period.
Drama specialisation
- Dance/movement assessment (15%) - You will be required to complete a practical assessment in dance/movement. This will be a closed assessment during the end of term exam period.
- Singing assessment (15%) - You will be required to perform two contrasting songs in a closed assessment during the end of term exam period.
Technical Theatre specialisation
- Technical Theatre Project 2 - Practical (20%)
- subject area to be determined by the course coordinator and the technical theatre specialist staff
- Technical Theatre Project 2 - Written journal and research (10%)
Week 10 Monday (20 May 2019) 11:45 pm AEST
After examination week.
Music theatre specialisation
The assessment criteria for the four dance areas are as follows:
Classical ballet
- technique - 10%
- musicality and choreography - 10%
- performance - 5%
Contemporary
- technique - 10%
- musicality and choreography - 10%
- performance - 5%
Music theatre dance (jazz)
- technique - 10%
- musicality and choreography - 10%
- performance - 5%
Tap
- technique - 10%
- musicality and choreography - 10%
- performance - 5%
Drama specialisation
Dance/movement assessment criteria
- technique - 10%
- musicality - 10%
- performance - 10%
Singing assessment criteria
- accuracy of intonation and musical elements - 10%
- appropriate interpretation and ability to communicate the content of the song - 20%
Technical theatre specialisation
Assessment criteria will be negotiated as appropriate for each individual project.
- Apply intermediate level theatre skills, theatre craft and dramatic expression to various acting tasks set for this unit
- Perform accurately and musically the vocal scales, technical exercises and songs set for this unit
- Perform set dance combinations of increasing complexity in in contrasting styles, relevant to music theatre, as set for this unit.
- Apply intermediate level theatre skills, theatre craft and dramatic expression to various drama tasks set for this unit
- Apply intermediate level principles of breath usage, support and placement of the voice to various performance exercises set for this unit.
- Apply intermediate levels of strength and flexibility in expressive movement to various performance
- Execute and critically analyse the production projects and technical tasks set for this unit
- Apply your knowledge of lighting design and operations to various production tasks set for this unit
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Team Work
4 Written Assessment
Tutor Assessment
- All students will receive a tutor assessment for the term. Students will be assessed on attendance, preparation, active participation, professionalism, and individual progress. The tutor assessment will be determined in consultation with all discipline area lecturers.
Exam Week
After examination week.
The following assessment criteria are equally weighted:
- 100% attendance at all classes, lectures, seminars, workshops, coaching sessions, etc.
- preparation
- active participation
- professionalism
- individual progress
No submission method provided.
- Critically reflect on your performance practice and artistic development
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
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Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.
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What is a breach of academic integrity?
A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.
Why is academic integrity important?
A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.
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