Module Details
| Module Code: |
DRAM7007 |
| Title: |
Performance Ensemble 3
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Long Title:
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Performance Ensemble 3
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| NFQ Level: |
Intermediate |
| Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 ) |
| Field of Study: |
2122 - Drama
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| Module Description: |
This module develops the learner's exploration of characterisation and performance approaches, introducing the work of Bertolt Brecht. His approach will be explored both in isolation and in relation to key texts. His influence on contemporary practitioners will also be explored.
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
outline the key components of Bertolt Brecht's approach |
| LO2 |
demonstrate an informed and creative ability to apply Brechtian theory to practice |
| LO3 |
utilise Brecht's rehearsal techniques |
| LO4 |
reflect critically on Brecht's work practice and its application in performance |
| LO5 |
reflect on the impact of Brecht's work on theatre today |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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| 12942 |
DRAM6006 |
Performance Ensemble 2 |
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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| No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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| No requirements listed |
| Indicative Content |
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Bertolt Brecht in Context
Overview of Brecht's approach and his place in theatre history
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Brecht's Theatrical Writing
Mother Courage; The Caucasian Chalk Circle; Fear and Misery in the Third Reich; The Threepenny Opera
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Critical Reflection
Critically reflect on working practices and modes of rehearsal
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Brecht in Rehearsal
Alienation effect, Gestus, epic play, epic actor, epic stage, set and lighting
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Script Analysis
A variety of texts will be studied and worked on in the light of Brecht's rehearsal techniques
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Brecht's Influence Today
The influence of Brecht on contemporary theatre
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Coursework | 100.00% |
Assessments
| No End of Module Formal Examination |
| Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lab |
Contact |
Twice weekly studio sessions of two hours |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Practical and theoretical exploration of course work |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
| This module has no Part Time workload. |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Brecht, Bertolt and Willett, John. (1977), Brecht On Theatre: The Development of an Aesthetic, Hill and Wang, New York, [ISBN: 9780809005420].
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Unwin, Stephen. (2014), The Complete Brecht Toolkit, Nick Hern, London, [ISBN: 9781854595508].
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Barnett, David. (2014), Brecht in Practice: Theatre, Theory and Performance, Methuen, London, [ISBN: 9781408185032].
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Brecht, Bertolt. (2005), The Threepenny Opera, Methuen, [ISBN: 9780413774521].
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Brecht, Bertolt and Bentley, Eric. (2013), Fear and Misery in the Third Reich, Samuel French, [ISBN: 9780573701597].
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Brecht, Bertolt and Kushner, Tony. (2010), Mother Courage and Her Children, Methuen, London, [ISBN: 9780713685947].
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Brecht, Bertolt and McGuiness, Frank. (2008), The Caucasian Chalk Circle, Methuen, London, [ISBN: 9780713685947].
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Fuegi, John. (1987), Bertolt Brecht: Chaos, According to Plan, Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, [ISBN: 9780521282451].
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Hodge, Alison. (2010), Actor Training, 2nd. Routledge, London, [ISBN: 9780415471688].
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Holmberg, Arthur. (2005), The Theatre of Robert Wilson (Directors in Perspective), Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, [ISBN: 9780521367325].
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Mumford, Meg. (2009), Bertolt Brecht, Routledge, London and New York, [ISBN: 9780415375092].
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Shyer, Laurence. (1990), Robert Wilson and His Collaborators, Theatre Communications Group, New York, [ISBN: 9780930452971].
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Thomson, Peter and Sacks, Glendyr. (2007), The Cambridge Companion to Brecht, CUP, Cambridge, [ISBN: 9780521673846].
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Vorlicky, Robert. (1998), Tony Kushner in Conversation, University of Michigan Press, Ann Arbor, [ISBN: 9780472066612].
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Wekwerth, Manfred and Braun, Rebecca. (2011), Daring to Play: A Brecht Companion, Routledge, London and New York, [ISBN: 9780415569699].
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