Ideas of Theatre II
UndergraduateUNE-THEA1112023
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 16 weeks
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Ideas of Theatre II
About this subject
Upon completion of this subject, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of different theatrical and narrative structures and genres in the work of selected playwrights;
- describe how theoretical approaches influence and stimulate ways of thinking about theatre in performance; and
- demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between playwright and director, text and performance.
- Topics will be available to enrolled students in the subjects Learning Management System site approximately one week prior to the commencement of the teaching period.
The theatre is a reflection of the views and perspectives of the world around us. This introductory subject will provide an overview of the artistic, philosophical, and political ideas underpinning theatre practice in the western world from the late nineteenth century to the present day, with a focus on playwrights and directors. You will learn how theatre-makers during this period undertook bold theatrical experiments in response to significant social, cultural and political upheavals. Through studying key plays and practitioners from this period, you will develop a theoretical and practical understanding of the relationship between play text, director and performance, and have the opportunity to create your own piece of innovative theatre.
There is a non-mandatory 3 day intensive school for this subject which students may choose to attend. Starts 10am on the first day. Finishes at 4pm on the final day.
Dates for this intensive school to be advised.
Assessment 1: Reading Diary - 2000 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-2;
Assessment 2: Lecture Quizzes - 200 words (equivalent). Relates to Learning Outcomes 1 and 3;
Assessment 3: Performance/Dramaturgical Task plus Essay - 2500 words (equivalent). Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-3.- Reading Diary (45%)
- Performance/Dramaturgical Task plus Essay (40%)
- Lecture Quizzes (15%)
For textbook details check your university's handbook, website or learning management system (LMS).
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Entry requirements
Part of a degree
To enrol in this subject you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Elective
- UNE-ART-DIP-2023 - Diploma in Arts
Others
Candidature in Diploma in Arts
Additional requirements
- Equipment requirements - Headphones or speakers (required to listen to lectures and other media). Headset, including microphone (highly recommended). Webcam (may be required for participation in virtual classrooms and/or media presentations).
- Software requirements - It is essential for students to have reliable internet access in order to participate in and complete your units, regardless of whether they contain an on campus attendance or intensive school component. For additional information please visit UNE Hardware Requirements: https://www.une.edu.au/current-students/support/it-services/hardware
- Travel requirements - Travel may be required to attend the Intensive School for this subject if students choose this option.
- Other requirements -
Textbook requirements:
Textbook information is not available until approximately 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the Teaching period.
Students are expected to purchase prescribed material.
Textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.
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Related degrees
Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards one of the following courses
UndergraduateUNE-ART-DIP