Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8106
Title: Acting for Musical Theatre 5
Long Title: Acting for Musical Theatre 5
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2023/24 ( September 2023 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module will expand the range, clarity and strength of the actor's voice and movement skills, introduce performance of dramatic texts in monologue and duologue format, and develop the learners exploration of characterisation and performance approaches, introducing the work of Peter Brook and other relevant practitioners.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 demonstrate an advanced level of physical, vocal and performance skills
LO2 take responsibility for the development and assessment of their own acting skills
LO3 display an imaginative and insightful approach to the use of various rehearsal techniques in performance
LO4 demonstrate an informed and creative ability to apply performance theories to practice
LO5 critically reflect on both their own performance and those of others
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.
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
Expand the range, clarity, strength and flexibility of the actor's voice
Movement
Exercises to enable the student to achieve artistic expression, unharnessed by habitual thinking or physical blocks e.g. the work of Vanessa Ewan & Debbie Green, and Dympna Callery
Dramatic Literature
A variety of performance literature from different periods and styles e.g. Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde, Dennis Kelly, Enda Walsh, Arthur Miller, David Mamet, Conor McPherson, Marina Carr, Tennessee Williams
Peter Brook - Performance Practice
Exploration of a variety of performance practices including those of Peter Brook drawing on past publications such as 'The Empty Space' and the more recent 'Tip of theTongue - Reflections on Language and Meaning'
Critical Reflection
Critically reflect on coursework including working practices and modes of rehearsal
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment of student participation and development
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 2,5
Assessment Description
A reflective essay, identifying key features of vocal and physical development through the module.
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,3,4
Assessment Description
Showcase of work at semester end
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 Twice-weekly atelier class Every Week 4.00 4
Independent Learning Non Contact Individual research, reading and practice 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
  • Linklater, Kirstin. (2006), Freeing The Natural Voice, 2nd. Nick Hern, London, [ISBN: 1854599712].
  • Peter Brook. (2017), Tip of the Tongue: Reflections on Language and Meaning, Nick Hern Books, London, [ISBN: 1848426720].
  • Ewan, Vanessa & Green, Debbie. (2014), Actor Movement: Expression of the Physical Being, Bloomsbury Methuen Drama, London, [ISBN: 978140813441].
  • Brook. (1990), The Empty Space, Penguin, London, [ISBN: 0140135839].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Brook, Peter. (2005), There Are No Secrets: Thoughts on Acting and Theatre, New Edition. Methuen, London, [ISBN: 0410135839].
  • Dympna Callery. (2001), Through the Body, Nick Hern Books, London, [ISBN: 1854596306].
  • Hodge, Alison. (2010), Actor Training, 2nd Edition. Routledge, London, [ISBN: 9780415471688].
  • Schechner, R. (2013), Performance Studies: An Introduction, 3rd Edition. Routledge, London, [ISBN: 9780415502313].
  • Williams, D. (1988), Peter Brook: A Theatrical Casebook, Methuen, London, [ISBN: 0413157008].
  • Brook, Peter. (1989), The Shifting Point, Methuen, London, [ISBN: 0413612805].
  • Oida, Y. (2002), An Actor Adrift, Methuen, London, [ISBN: 0413658406].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GMUTH_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Musical Theatre 5 Mandatory