Module Details

Module Code: DRAM8016
Title: Performance Ensemble 5
Long Title: Performance Ensemble 5
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 10
Field of Study: 2122 - Drama
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is an exploration and preparation of texts and staging approaches for a full-scale production in Semester 6
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 utilise a workshop approach to explore and interpret performance material and methods
LO2 work as part of an ensemble in preparation for a full scale professional production
LO3 approach a set text with creativity and confidence
LO4 reflect critically on rehearsals
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).
12947 DRAM7008 Performance Ensemble 4
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.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
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.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Rehearsal Approaches
Explore a variety of rehearsal approaches
Ensemble Skills
Work creatively as part of a group
Performance Skills
Expand and extend individual theatre skills
Critical Evaluation
Evaluate the rehearsal process
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 4
Assessment Description
Documentation of a personal response to coursework
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 80
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment of group engagement
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.

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 Play Exploration/Rehearsal Every Week 8.00 8
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent rehearsal and study Every Week 6.00 6
Total Hours 14.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 8.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • List of appropriate reading material will be provided by the lecturer.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Hodge, Alison. (2010), Actor Training, 2nd. Routledge, London, [ISBN: 9780415471688].
  • Berry, C.. (1991), Voice and the Actor, Wiley, London, [ISBN: 0020415559].
  • Linklater, K.. (2006), Freeing The Natural Voice, Nick Hern Books, London, [ISBN: 1854599712].
  • Oida, Y.. (2002), The Actor Adrift, Methuen, London, [ISBN: 0415194520].
  • Sterne, L. & Gold, Jill. (2016), Stage Management, 11th. Allyn & Bacon, USA, [ISBN: 9781138124462].
  • Wangh, S.. (2000), An Acrobat of the Heart: A Physical Approach to Acting, Vintage Books, USA, [ISBN: 0375706720].
  • Zarilli, P.. (2002), Acting ReConsidered, Routledge, London, [ISBN: 041526300X].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GTHDR_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Theatre and Drama Studies 5 Mandatory