PERF06087 2019 Acting 2 Actors Work on Text

apply appropriate professional conduct of a theatre practitioner to build a working ensemble

demonstrate the ability to analyse text as a means of defining character, to identify themes and narrative progression

research appropriately in specified areas of study, and apply the research to character work as appropriate

develop basic characterisation techniques

develop basic skills in the areas of voice and movement

take direction

develop methods and vocabulary for reflection and evaluation of own work.

Demonstrate an active understanding through Chekhov Technique of the concept of the Moving Space ; Atmosphere , Creative Individuality and Play.

Principles of technique are embodied through theorised praxis. Classroom activity is supported by a range of reading materials.

Teaching takes place in a twice weekly workshop setting where the student is guided through a series of group and individual activities designed

to establish an ensemble of actors who can  creatively respond to a given text.

Apply the tools from the Michael Chekhov Technique , namely Atmosphere, Personal Atmosphere, and Moving Space in developing a short  ensemble performance to an audience.

Students keep reflective journals of their activities.

Continuous observation of working process 60%

Performance 30%

Reflective Practice Journals 10%

A repeat project is allocated to the student.

Under certain circumstances the exam board may recommend that the student repeat attended.

Practical exploration of play texts: scene work from page to stage

•·         Research into the world of the playwright and the play.

•·         Close textual examination to develop a method of analysis capable of yielding clues to character, relationships and actions.

•·        Staging and rehearsing the scenes and performing them to an audience.

Tools from Chekhov Technique to be actively applied to text:

• Personal and Objective Atmosphere.
• Centres and Connections.
• Thresholds and Points of entry.