Module Details

Module Code: DRAM7005
Title: Musical Theatre 1
Long Title: Musical Theatre 1
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2122 - Drama
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: An introduction to skills and concepts of Musical Theatre, Acting through Song, Dance, and vocal training
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 reproduce a basic vocal and physical warm-up
LO2 demonstrate a sound knowledge of the fundamental concepts of Musical Theatre
LO3 display an understanding of the integration of acting and singing
LO4 embody Musical Theatre dance styles
LO5 demonstrate basic musicianship skills
LO6 participate in ensemble performance of selected works, demonstrating appropriate style and expression
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).
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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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
Overview
An Introduction to Musical Theatre
Voice and Body
Physical and vocal preparation and warm-up
Script and Score
An introduction to the possibilities of the singing voice as an expressive tool for acting through song
Musicianship
Introduction to rudiments and theory of music as applicable to Musical Theatre
Dance
An introduction to Musical Theatre dance styles
Performance
Practical study and performance of selected works
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment of student participation and development
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 2,5
Assessment Description
Rudiments of music & aspects of Musical Theatre
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,3,4,6
Assessment Description
Showcase of work
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
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Studio Session Every Week 2.00 2
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Voice and dance coaching Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Personal practice and study 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.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • David Henson & Kenneth Pickering. (2013), Musical Theatre: A Workbook, Palgrave Macmillan, London, [ISBN: 1137331623].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Hal Leonard Corp. (2014), 21st Century Musical Theatre (Women's ed), Hal Leonard Corp, London, [ISBN: 1480396249].
  • Stephen Purdy. (2016), Musical Theatre Song (Performance Books), Bloomsbury Methuen Drama, London, [ISBN: 1472566564].
  • DK. (2015), Musicals: The Definitive Illustrated Story, DK, London, [ISBN: 0241214564].
  • Bloom, K & Vlastnik, F.. (2004), Broadway Musicals - The 101 Greatest Shows of All Time, Black Dog and Leventhal Publishers Ltd., New York, [ISBN: 978-1579123901].
  • Bordman, Gerald. (2001), American Musical Theater: A Chronicle, 3rd. OUP, Oxford, [ISBN: 978-0195130744].
  • Green, Stanley. (1980), Encyclopedia of the Musical Theatre, Da Capo Paperbacks, London, [ISBN: 0306801132].
  • Berkson, R.. (1990), Musical Theatre Choreography (Stage and Costume), A&C Black, London, [ISBN: 0713632739].
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 3 Elective