Module Details

Module Code: DRAM7006
Title: Musical Theatre 2
Long Title: Musical Theatre 2
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 exploration of Musical Theatre in its applications and concepts, examining the synergy of acting, singing and dance.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 present a relevant vocal and physical warm up
LO2 outline relevant Musical Theatre history
LO3 demonstrate comprehension of relevant aspects of musicianship
LO4 display an understanding of Musical Theatre dance styles
LO5 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).
Musical Theatre 1 (or equivalent)
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
Voice and Body
Developing a good warm-up technique
Script and Score
Integration of the skills of acting and singing
Musicianship
Appropriate rudiments and theory of music
Dance
Choreographed movement in dramatic communication
History and Analysis
A study of Musical Theatre forms and song types
Performance
Exploring the Musical Theatre repertoire through performance
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
Assessment Description
Continuous Assessment of performing skills
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 2,3
Assessment Description
Musicianship and aspects of Music Theatre
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,4,5
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 & 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
  • John Kenrick. (2008), Musical Theatre: A History, International Publishing Group, [ISBN: 978-0826428608].
  • Ruthie Henshall/Daniel Bowling. (2012), So you want to be in Musicals?, Nick Hern Books, [ISBN: 1848421508].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Hal Leonard Corporation. (2017), 21st Century Musical Theatre (Women's Ed), Hal Leonard Corp, London, [ISBN: 1480396249].
  • Stephen Purdy. (2016), Musical Theatre Song, Bloomsbury Methuen Drama, [ISBN: 1472566564].
  • Thomas Burgess. (1999), The Singing and Acting handbook: Games and Exercises for the Performer, [ISBN: 978-0415166584].
  • Margot Sunderland, Kenneth Pickering and Philip Engleheart. (1990), Choreographing the Stage Musical, Routledge, [ISBN: 0878300309].
  • Viking Penguin. (1989), Andrew Lloyd Weber: His Life and Works, [ISBN: ASIN B000OV4KIA].
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 4 Elective