Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8122
Title: Musical Theatre Dance Platform
Long Title: Musical Theatre Dance Platform
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2023/24 ( January 2024 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This is the final step in the ladder of dance modules and is focused on a public dance recital containing solo and ensemble material.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Perform publicly as a member of a dance troupe and as an individual
LO2 Devise appropriate choreography in collaboration with a mentor
LO3 Use effective and creative stage make-up and costume
LO4 Display teamwork, ensemble, and individual dancing skills
LO5 Reflect on process and progress during the course of the module
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.
13064 MUSC8121 Musical Theatre Apex Platform
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
Physical culture
Warm-ups - stretching, flexibility, strength and stamina
Dance Techniques
Specific dance techniques and styles as required
Expression
Acting through dance, characterisation, emotion
Performance
Devising, in collaboration with a mentor, a solo dance routine
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Panel assessment of input as a solo and ensemble member to the terminal dance performance
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 2,4
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment of engagement with and contribution to the weekly classes
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Weekly blog, reflecting on process and achievement
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 Ensemble and solo classes in ballet, jazz and tap Every Week 5.00 5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Individual research, reading and practice Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Ed. Jo Butterworth & Liesbeth Wildschut. (2017), Contemporary Choreography: A Critical Reader, Routledge, p.572, [ISBN: 1138679986].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Kate Elswit. (2018), Theatre & Dance, 1st. Palgrave, p.96, [ISBN: 113760574].
  • Rudi Laermanns. (2015), Moving Together: Making and Theorizing Contemporary Dance, Valiz, p.256, [ISBN: 9078088524].
  • Lyn Cramer. (2013), Creating Musical Theatre: Conversations with Broadway directors and Choreographers, Methuen Drama, p.304, [ISBN: 1408185322].
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_GMUTH_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Musical Theatre 8 Group Elective 1