CQUniversity Unit Profile
THTR13123 Principal Performance Studios 6
Principal Performance Studios 6
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General Information

Overview

As the culmination of this series of studio units, your learning activities will focus on the synthesis of all the skills you have acquired over the previous five units. You will be expected to perform to a high standard in a range of practical work that exhibits cumulative learning in all performance elements specific to your major. If you are studying the music theatre major, you will concentrate on pursuing these high level skills as an actor, as well as developing advanced skills in dance routines building on increasing security in technique in ballet, contemporary, tap and jazz. If you are studying the drama major, you will concentrate on advanced style in vocal delivery and physical expression associated with the performance of a variety of complex texts, as well as the development of more advanced skills in voice and movement. If you are studying technical theatre major, you will explore the technical theatre process through more complex advanced level practical projects.

Details

Career Level: Undergraduate
Unit Level: Level 3
Credit Points: 6
Student Contribution Band: 8
Fraction of Full-Time Student Load: 0.125

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 2 - 2022

Mackay

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).

Class and Assessment Overview

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

Bundaberg, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville
Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Assessment Overview

1. Practical Assessment
Weighting: 50%
2. Practical Assessment
Weighting: 50%

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.

Previous Student Feedback

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.

Feedback from In Class

Feedback

The exposure to other languages and culture within this unit was engaging and students would like to experience a variety of cultures in future units.

Recommendation

That language and culture in relation to performance elements continue to be shared and experienced by the students as an ongoing part of this unit.

Unit Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
  1. Apply advanced level theatre skills, theatre craft and dramatic expression to more complex acting tasks
  2. Perform advanced dance or movement combinations of increasing complexity relevant to your discipline
  3. Apply advanced principles of breath usage, support and placement of the voice to various complex performance exercises
  4. Execute and critically analyse various advanced level production projects and technical tasks
  5. Critically reflect on your performance practice and artistic development within your chosen major.

Learning outcomes 1-3 apply to students enrolled in the music theatre and drama majors. Learning outcome 4 applies to students enrolled in the technical theatre major and learning outcome 5 applies to students enrolled in all majors.

Alignment of Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Graduate Attributes
N/A Level
Introductory Level
Intermediate Level
Graduate Level
Professional Level
Advanced Level

Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes

Assessment Tasks Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5
1 - Practical Assessment - 50%
2 - Practical Assessment - 50%

Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes

Graduate Attributes Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4 5
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
Textbooks and Resources

Textbooks

There are no required textbooks.

IT Resources

You will need access to the following IT resources:
  • CQUniversity Student Email
  • Internet
  • Unit Website (Moodle)
Referencing Style

All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: American Psychological Association 7th Edition (APA 7th edition)

For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.

Teaching Contacts
Nicole Thomson Unit Coordinator
n.thomson@cqu.edu.au
Schedule
Week 1 Begin Date: 11 Jul 2022

Module/Topic

Practical Tutorials (Drama and Technical Theatre)

Practical Tutorials (Dance and Movement)

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 2 Begin Date: 18 Jul 2022

Module/Topic

Practical Tutorials (Drama and Technical Theatre)

Practical Tutorials (Dance and Movement)

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 3 Begin Date: 25 Jul 2022

Module/Topic

Practical Tutorials (Drama and Technical Theatre)

Practical Tutorials (Dance and Movement)

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 4 Begin Date: 01 Aug 2022

Module/Topic

Practical Tutorials (Drama and Technical Theatre)

Practical Tutorials (Dance and Movement)

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 5 Begin Date: 08 Aug 2022

Module/Topic

Practical Tutorials (Drama and Technical Theatre)

Practical Tutorials (Dance and Movement)

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Vacation Week Begin Date: 15 Aug 2022

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 6 Begin Date: 22 Aug 2022

Module/Topic

Practical Tutorials (Drama and Technical Theatre)

Practical Tutorials (Dance and Movement)

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 7 Begin Date: 29 Aug 2022

Module/Topic

Practical Tutorials (Drama and Technical Theatre)

Practical Tutorials (Dance and Movement)

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 8 Begin Date: 05 Sep 2022

Module/Topic

Practical Tutorials (Drama and Technical Theatre)

Practical Tutorials (Dance and Movement)

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 9 Begin Date: 12 Sep 2022

Module/Topic

Practical Tutorials (Drama and Technical Theatre)

Practical Tutorials (Dance and Movement)

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 10 Begin Date: 19 Sep 2022

Module/Topic

Practical Tutorials (Drama and Technical Theatre)

Practical Tutorials (Dance and Movement)

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Practical Assessment: Monologues, Scenes & Logbook (MT); Monologues, Scenes / Ensemble Work & Logbook (Drama); Staging In Performance (Technical Theatre) Due: Week 10 Friday (23 Sept 2022) 11:45 pm AEST
Practical Assessment: Ballet, Tap, Jazz & Contemporary (MT); Voice & Movement (Drama); Sound In Performance (Technical Theatre) Due: Week 10 Friday (23 Sept 2022) 11:45 pm AEST
Week 11 Begin Date: 26 Sep 2022

Module/Topic

In-Class Exams

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 12 Begin Date: 03 Oct 2022

Module/Topic

Intensive production period: no classes, workshops, lessons in discipline areas

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Review/Exam Week Begin Date: 10 Oct 2022

Module/Topic

Intensive production period: no classes, workshops, lessons in discipline areas

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Exam Week Begin Date: 17 Oct 2022

Module/Topic

Intensive production period: no classes, workshops, lessons in discipline areas

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Tasks

1 Practical Assessment

Assessment Title
Practical Assessment: Monologues, Scenes & Logbook (MT); Monologues, Scenes / Ensemble Work & Logbook (Drama); Staging In Performance (Technical Theatre)

Task Description

Music Theatre Specialisation:

Performance Exam (public or closed performance at the end of the term)

You will be required to present a drama performance of the following material:

  • 1 x Monologues (Absurdism OR Realism - alternate of Term 1 option)
  • 1 x Monologue (Australian)
  • 1 x scene (Absurdism OR Realism)

You will also be expected to submit the following material:

  • 1 x Journal / Log Book

Drama Specialisation:

Performance Exam (public or closed performance at the end of the term)

You will be required to present a drama performance of the following material:

  • 1 x Classic/Shakespeare monologue
  • 1 x Absurdism monologue
  • 1 x Realism monologue
  • 1 x Australian monologue
  • 1 x Own Choice monologue (Due Week 5 in Performance Workshop)
  • 1 x Scene
  • 1 x Drama ensemble (Brecht Fear & Misery)

You will also be expected to submit the following material:

  • 1 x Journal / Log Book

Technical Theatre Specialisation:

Practical Assessment - Creative Project 1

You will be required to work both individually and collaboratively with the other technical students to complete the practical elements assigned to your group. You may also be required to work with students within the Music Theatre and Drama specialisations, and potentially other students of other disciplines, or an outside organisation in a similar field to the area of study. The outcomes of this examination will require you to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the following:

  • Apply a general knowledge of staging to work activities
  • Apply Manual Handling techniques
  • Prepare, install and test equipment where required
  • Apply Work Safety At Heights theory and techniques
  • Plan and organise tasks and work space
  • Carry out measurements and calculations
  • Read and interpret plans and specifications
  • Document equipment installation requirements
  • Install staging elements


Assessment Due Date

Week 10 Friday (23 Sept 2022) 11:45 pm AEST

1 x monologue (as specified) to be completed in Week 5 Performance Workshop - The remainder to be completed in-class during the examination period


Return Date to Students

Exam Week Friday (21 Oct 2022)

To be returned after the conclusion of the examination period


Weighting
50%

Assessment Criteria

Music Theatre & Drama Specialisation:

Monologue & Scene Assessment Criteria:

  • Voice: Diction, volume, dynamic range suited to the character and situation
  • Movement: Physical effectiveness of posture and movement for the character
  • Space: Appropriate use of space for the scene
  • Objectives: Clearly directed to the 'other' suitable to the character's tactics
  • Understanding: Clear understanding of material, plot, the character's place in it, script structure, and theatrical sryle
  • Effective set up and closure of monologue
  • Attendance & Professional Development: Commitment to rehearsal times and self-disciplinary practice

Ensemble Assessment Criteria:

  • Voice: Diction, volume, dynamic range suited to the character and situation
  • Movement: Physical effectiveness of posture and movement for the character
  • Space: Appropriate use of space for the scene
  • Objectives: Clearly directed to the 'other' suitable to the character's tactics
  • Understanding: Clear understanding of material, plot, the character's place in it, script structure, and theatrical sryle
  • Overall commitment to the ensemble process
  • Attendance & Professional Development: Commitment to rehearsal times and self-disciplinary practice

Journal / Log Book Assessment Criteria:

  • Accurate outline of work covered each week
  • Depth of treatment of research and analysis of theory / performance
  • Demonstration of reflective and analytic thinking, and an ability to write clearly and logically
  • An appropriate length of work, and accurate spelling and grammar

Technical Theatre Specialisation:

Introduction to Lighting Assessment Criteria

  • Leads, equipment and processes set up in accordance with industry safety standards
  • Lighting System set up and playback is appropriate to the needs of the task
  • Correct power up and power down procedures
  • Efficient set up and bump out
  • Ability to work as a team
  • Attendance and Professional Development: Commitment to scheduled times and self-disciplinary practice


Referencing Style

Submission
Offline

Submission Instructions
Practical Assessment to take place during the Examination period

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Apply advanced level theatre skills, theatre craft and dramatic expression to more complex acting tasks
  • Perform advanced dance or movement combinations of increasing complexity relevant to your discipline
  • Apply advanced principles of breath usage, support and placement of the voice to various complex performance exercises
  • Execute and critically analyse various advanced level production projects and technical tasks
  • Critically reflect on your performance practice and artistic development within your chosen major.

2 Practical Assessment

Assessment Title
Practical Assessment: Ballet, Tap, Jazz & Contemporary (MT); Voice & Movement (Drama); Sound In Performance (Technical Theatre)

Task Description

Music Theatre Specialisation:
Dance Assessment
You will be required to complete a practical assessment in each of the four styles of dance shown here:
  • Ballet
  • Modern music theatre (jazz)
  • Tap
  • Contemporary

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.

Drama Specialisation:Voice & Movement Assessment

You will be required to complete a practical assessment in dance / movement / voice. This will be a closed assessment during the end of term examination period.

Singing Assessment:

  • You will be required to perform two contrasting songs chosen in consultation with your unit tutor
  • Memorisation of a foreign-language song. This piece will be selected by the unit coordinators and may include choreography.

Movement Assessment:

  • You will be required to attend weekly in-person classes with your peers.
  • You will perform a movement assessment taught in class as part of the end of term examination period.

Technical Theatre Specialisation:Introduction to Staging Assessment

You will be examined on both practical and theoretical elements covered in this unit. You will be required to work individually and collaboratively with the other technical theatre students to complete the practical elements assigned to your group. The outcomes of this examination will require you to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the following:

  • Apply a general knowledge of staging to work activities
  • Apply Manual Handling techniques
  • Apply Work Safely At Heights theory and techniques
  • Plan and organise tasks and work space
  • Carry out measurements and calculations
  • Read and interpret plans and specifications
  • Document equipment installation requirements
  • Install staging elements


Assessment Due Date

Week 10 Friday (23 Sept 2022) 11:45 pm AEST

To be completed in-class during the examination period.


Return Date to Students

Exam Week Friday (21 Oct 2022)

To be Completed After the Conclusion of the Examination Period


Weighting
50%

Assessment Criteria

Music Theatre Specialisation:

Dance Assessment Criteria:

  • Technique
  • Musicality and choreography
  • Performance
  • Class attendance
  • Ongoing technical and musical development

Drama Specialisation:

Movement Assessment Criteria:

  • Technique
  • Musicality and choreography
  • Performance
  • Class attendance
  • Ongoing technical and musical development

Singing Assessment Criteria:

  • Accuracy of intonation and musical elements
  • Appropriate interpretation and ability to communicate the content of the song

Technical Theatre Specialisation:

Introduction To Staging Assessment Criteria:

  • Effective Health and Safety management
  • Effective organisational skills in preparing Bump-In / Out plans
  • Effective communication and professionalism in task management
  • Ability to work as a team
  • Ability to translate working plans to the stage
  • Class attendance
  • Ongoing technical and practical development


Referencing Style

Submission
Offline

Submission Instructions
Practical Assessment to take place during the Examination period

Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Apply advanced level theatre skills, theatre craft and dramatic expression to more complex acting tasks
  • Perform advanced dance or movement combinations of increasing complexity relevant to your discipline
  • Apply advanced principles of breath usage, support and placement of the voice to various complex performance exercises
  • Execute and critically analyse various advanced level production projects and technical tasks
  • Critically reflect on your performance practice and artistic development within your chosen major.

Academic Integrity Statement

As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.

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.

When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.

Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.

As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.

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.

Where can I get assistance?

For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.

What can you do to act with integrity?