RA1D25 - Practical Lab: Acting 01 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | RA1D25 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Practical Lab: Acting | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Music and Drama | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Drama | ||
| Module Leader: | Michael Carklin | ||
| Module Team: | Ian McNish, Ian Staples, Robert Smith | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2023 | Final Year of Intake: | 2026 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 40 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | |||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | |||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
To provide a grounding in approaches to the interpretation and staging of existing scripts/texts, with particular focus on acting and directing process.
To nurture an appreciation and experience of group dynamics and collaboration as a basis for theatre making and performing.
Content Summary
This module provides a grounding in selected approaches to acting and directing. It is studio-based and focuses on scenework. Students investigate spontaneity, collaboration, fluency and imagination and the inner resources of the actor. They are to adhere closely to studio-based working practices / requirements including attendance, punctuality, dress code, participation and engagement, collaboration, ensemble and leadership in student-led studio time, participation in / responsiveness to reflective discussion and willingness to attempt new ways of approaching work. Experiential learning focused on texts is supported by contextual research, critical reflection, the integration of theory, exposure to the philosophies of specific practitioners and through e-learning on Blackboard / Y Porth. At the end of term ones and two there will be assessed performances concerned with their acting/performing work. There will also be an assessed opportunity for students to undertake film acting. Students will also submit a reflective logbook. This module contains immersive learning elements which will be completed in the second six weeks.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical classes and workshops | 68 |
| Independent Study | 160 |
| Directed Study | 140 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 4 |
| Groupwork | 28 |
| Total Hours Selected | 400 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Collaborate with peers within a studio-based environment dedicated to acting and directing process. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate commitment to and understanding of studio based working practices. |
| LO3 | Apply contextual research to scene-work and reflect critically on a range of theatre-making processes and practices. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Self Reflective Assessment 1 | Reflective exercises logbook | 0 | 2000 | 30 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio 1 | Acting projects | 0 | N/A | 30 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Performance (Onsite) 1 | Directed live performance | 0 | N/A | 40 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Self Reflective Assessment 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Performance (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |