Performance

UAC Code: 754603

The Performance major offers subjects progressively leading to a high level of achievement in on-stage performance. Students accepted into Performance are provided with studies in:

− singing and speech

− movement

− dramaturgy, history and theory

− text interpretation

− devised performance techniques and improvisation

− production skills

Classes addressing all aspects of performance will provide students with the opportunity to perform for their peers and to work with visiting professional artists in masterclass and workshop situations. There are many opportunities for performance within the Faculty and the University.

In first year the focus is on The Ensemble. Students undertake core technique subjects that provide a broad appreciation of performance history and culture. Interpretative skills are developed with reference to standard repertoire. Improvisation techniques are also developed to allow students to devise/perform material. Students also develop an integrated appreciation of theatrical values and acquire literacy in skills that will encompass all aspects of production. The second year focuses on on-stage interaction and students continue technique classes and perform in limited-access performances. Students are encouraged to engage in key creative production roles for third year performances. Students continue technique classes and perform to a wider audience at one of the theatres on campus, or at performance venues off campus.

Specific Entry Requirements

Applicants will be asked to learn and prepare one monologue, or a scene from materials supplied. This information will be sent to applicants by late October. Applicants will be asked to present one song of their choice that best displays vocal range and ability. At the auditions, applicants will be assessed on their movement and improvisation skills if they make it to the final stage of the audition.

Applicants interested in technical production, stage management, lighting design and production management should include a portfolio of their technical experience which illustrates both depth in their chosen specialty and breadth of experience. You may not be required to audition but will be interviewed.

Major Study Program

Subjects		Session	Credit Points
100-Level
PERF102	Studio Practice A	Autumn	6
PERF103	Studio Practice B	Spring	6
PERF120	Performance Skills A	Autumn	6
PERF121	Performance Skills B	Spring	6
Plus 12 credit points of Theory:
PERF116	Dramaturgy A	Autumn	6
PERF117	Dramaturgy B	Spring	6
200-Level
PERF202	Studio Practice C	Autumn	6
PERF203	Studio Practice D	Spring	6
PERF220	Performance Skills C	Autumn	6
PERF221	Performance Skills D	Spring	6
Plus 12 credit points of Theory
PERF216	Dramaturgy C	Autumn	6
PERF217	Dramaturgy D	Spring	6
300-Level
PERF302	Studio Practice E	Autumn	6
PERF303	Studio Practice F	Spring	6
PERF320	Performance Skills E	Autumn	6
PERF321	Performance Skills F	Spring	6
Plus 12 credit points of Theory
PERF316	Dramaturgy E	Autumn	6
PERF317	Dramaturgy F	Spring	6

Electives

Single degree BCA students must also include 36 credit points of electives in their degree, of which no more than 18 credit points should be at 100- level. Electives may be selected from the general schedule and might include CREA102 and CREA202.