Performing Arts Practice 2A (SM)

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2016:

150 hours

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this course are articulated in the Course Overview, Objectives and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this course are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and the Disability Liaison Unit: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/

This subject should build on the basic skills developed in Performing Arts Practice 1B. Progressing on from foundation studies, students will be introduced to the management and team leadership roles. The assigned project could be on campus or it could be with an industry partner as field work.

On completion of this subject students should have demonstrated knowledge of:

* How to work on a theatrical production within the Stage Management major.
* How to apply their skills in a professional capacity as a member and leader of a stage management team on or off campus.

Project Participation (20%)
Project Tutorial Contribution (10%)
Project Role (50%) Assignment progress on an allocated production role and Documentation (4000 words or equivalent)
Self and Peer Assessment (20%) Complete all forms to the standard required. (1000 words or equivalent)

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

On completing this subject students should have:

* time management and planning skills through managing and organising workloads for recommended reading, essay and assignment completion;
* demonstrated capacities for artistic imagination, creativity, transformation and interpretation;
* demonstrated practical skills in respect of critical analysis, problem solving, report writing, team work and oral and written communication;
* contributed to a range of visual/performing arts environments as artistic collaborators and leaders.