Module Details

Module Code: DRAM8040
Title: Theatre in the Community 1
Long Title: Theatre in the Community 1
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2122 - Drama
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: The philosophy and practice of community theatre.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 identify a suitable approach and implement the processes involved in setting up a community project
LO2 identify and discuss key practitioners in the field of community drama
LO3 build a resource of material and methods to use in community drama
LO4 demonstrate a clear understanding of health and safety matters when working in the community
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).
applied theatre i & ii
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
Drama in the community
Exploring the potential of drama for the transformation and expression of community identity.
Community, Politics and Creativity
Studying the works of community oriented theatre groups and practitioners: including Welfare State, Piscator, Joan Littlewood, Schechner and Boal
Tailoring your material for the client
Assessment methods and planning and delivering appropriate material for your client group.
Health and Safety Matters
Introduction to health and safety issues
Resources
Introducing games, devising techniques and materials appropriate to community drama.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 2,3
Assessment Description
Written assignment on a chosen practitioner and their impact on theatre in the community
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 2,3
Assessment Description
Teach and facilitate peers
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Presentation on a chosen aspect of community drama
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 Experiential study of theory and practice Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Required reading and assignment preparation Every Week 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Hahlo, R. & Reynolds P.. (2000), Dramatic Events: How to Run a Successful Workshop, Faber & faber, London, [ISBN: 0-571-19161-4].
  • Oddey, A.. (2003), Devising Theatre, Routledge, London, [ISBN: 0-415-04899-0].
  • Schechner, R.. (1976), Ritual, Play, and Performance: Readings in the Social Sciences/Theatre, Seabury Press, New York, [ISBN: 0816492859].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Juliana Saxton & Monica Prendergast. (2013), Applied Drama: A Facilitator's Handbook for Working in Community, University of Chicago Press, [ISBN: 1841507407].
  • Stephani Ethridge Woodson. (2015), Theatre for Youth Third Space, 2015. Intellect, [ISBN: 1783205318].
  • Barker, C.. (1996), Theatre Games, Methuen, London, [ISBN: 09-1048-926].
  • Boal, A.. (2003), Theatre of the Oppressed, Pluto Press, London, [ISBN: 0-930453-49-6].
  • Jennings, S.. (1973), Remedial Drama, Adam & Charles Black, London, [ISBN: 0-7136-2232-6].
  • Johnstone, K.. (1987), Impro: Improvisation and the Theatre, Methuen, London, [ISBN: 0-413-46430].
  • Poulter, C. (1987), Playing the Game, Macmillan, [ISBN: 0-333-40385-1].
  • Emma Brodzinski. (2010), Theatre in Health and Care, AIAA, [ISBN: 140399708X].
  • Richard Boon, Jake Plastow. (2006), Theatre and Empowerment: Community Drama on the World Stage, Cambridge University Press, [ISBN: 052152045Z].
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 7 Elective
CR_GTHDR_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Theatre and Drama Studies 5 Elective