Module Details

Module Code: DRAM6012
Title: Theatre Lab 2
Long Title: Theatre Lab 2
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2023/24 ( January 2024 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2122 - Drama
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: In this module emphasis is placed on the use of the body in performance, drawing in particular on the work of important 20th/21st theatre practitioners such as Jacques Lecoq and Jacques Copeau.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 recognise their own dominant movement characteristics and those which present problems of proficiency for the stage
LO2 demonstrate an ability to use movement improvisations to extend their physical and emotional range
LO3 reflect critically on course work
LO4 perform a variety of acting techniques and exercises explored in the module
LO5 utilise the teachings of theatre practitioners explored in the module in creating performance
LO6 demonstrate group sensitivity and awareness
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).
18546 DRAM6012 Theatre Lab 2
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
The work of Jacques Lecoq
Lecoq's focus on the dynamics of movement, involving the body as the primary generator of performance; Lecoq's Neutral Mask; Clowning; Complicity
The work of Jacques Copeau
Copeau's physical theatre training; theatre ensemble; mask work; chorus; acrobatics; improvisation; imaginative play
Movement Ensemble
Exercises which develop initiative and freedom in performance; Group sensitivity and awareness
The Actor's Body
Physical exercises which encourage the body to be both more responsive and flexible in performance
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,3,6
Assessment Description
Personal response to and documentation of class work
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Evaluation of class work
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 2,4,5,6
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
Lab Contact Two hour studio sessions twice weekly Every Week 4.00 4
Independent Learning Non Contact Individual Study & 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
  • Lecoq, J.. (2002), The Moving Body: Teaching Creative Theatre, Methuen, London, [ISBN: 0413771949].
  • Murray, S.. (2003), Jacques Lecoq, Routledge, London, [ISBN: 0415258820].
  • Evans, M.. (2006), Jacques Copeau, Routledge, London, [ISBN: 0415354358].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Rick Kemp & Mark Evans. (2016), The Routledge Companion to Jacques Lecoq, Routledge, [ISBN: 1138818429].
  • AndreiDroznin. (2016), Physical Actor Training: What Shall I Do with the Body They Gave Me?, Routledge, London, [ISBN: 1138901946].
  • Dympna Callery. (2015), The Active Text: Unlocking Plays Through Physical Theatre, Nick Hern Bookd, [ISBN: 1848421273].
  • Scott Graham & Stephen Hoggett. (2014), The Frantic Assembly Book of Devising Theatre, 2nd. Routledge, London, [ISBN: 1138777013].
  • Rick Kemp. (2012), Embodied Acting: What Neuroscience Tells Us About Performance, Routledge, London, [ISBN: 041550788X].
  • Lecoq, J. (2006), Theatre of Movement and Gesture, Routledge, London, [ISBN: 0413453804].
  • Callery, D. (2001), Through the Body: A Practical Guide to Physical Theatre, Nick Hern Books, London, [ISBN: 1854596306].
  • Todd, M. (1975), The Thinking Body: Study of the Balancing Forces of Dynamic Man, Princeton Book Company, USA, [ISBN: 0871270145].
  • Lorna Marshall. (2001), The Body Speaks, Methuen, [ISBN: 0413771148].
  • Simon Murray and John Keefe. (2007), Physical Theatres, Routledge, London, [ISBN: 9780415362504].
  • Nailanita Prette. (2023), The body in a state of art: Jacques Lecoq's seven levels of energy in Rudolf Laban's four factors of movement, 1st. All, Our Knowledge Publishing, London, [ISBN: 106206258890].
  • Maiya Murphy. (2019), Enacting Lecoq: Movement in Theatre, Cognition, and Life (Cognitive Studies in Literature and Performance), 1st. All, Palgrave Macmillan, London, [ISBN: 3030056147].
  • J. Lutterbie. (2014), Toward a General Theory of Acting: Cognitive Science and Performance (Cognitive Studies in Literature and Performance), 2011th. All, Palgrave Macmillan, London, p.0, [ISBN: 1137464062].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • www.complicite.org, Complicite.
  • https://www.franticassembly.co.uk/, Frantic Assembly.
  • http://theatredanceperformancetraining.o rg/catego, Theatre, Dance and Performance Training Journal.
  • https://muse.jhu.edu/journal, Theatre Journal.
  • http://www.artsjournal.com/category/thea tre, Arts Journal.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GTHDR_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Theatre and Drama Studies 2 Mandatory