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Develop acting techniques for musical theatre

Develop acting techniques for musical theatre

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAACT402
State Code
WI003
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/09/2014
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
30/09/2014
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop techniques for applying acting skills, such as characterisation, improvisation and observation to musical theatre roles. In this context performers are also required to sing and dance, which adds an extra dimension to the acting skills required.At this level supervision and guidance are provided during practice sessions. However, individuals are expected to work independently on experimenting with ways to sustain a role and convey complexity of meaning by integrating vocal and movement skills.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop warm-up techniques
  • 1.1 In consultation with appropriate personnel, analyse aspects of the human voice, especially those relevant to performers
  • 1.2 Analyse problems that could limit movement and physical expression, or cause injury
  • 1.3 In consultation with appropriate personnel, discuss ways to avoid physical and vocal problems and strategies for addressing problems if they arise
  • 1.4 Perform vocal and physical warm-up procedures in preparation for performance activities
  • 1.5 Strengthen and expand vocal and physical technique through regular exercises
2. Extend acting techniques relevant to musical theatre
  • 2.1 Discuss the process for developing a clear approach to characterisation
  • 2.2 Analyse scripts to develop character, relationship and actions to suit the circumstances of scenes
  • 2.3 Experiment with bringing characters to life for audiences by exploring comic and dramatic techniques appropriate to a range of musical theatre styles
  • 2.4 Develop techniques for conveying emotion and storylines through song, moving from spoken to sung voice, and speaking and singing in a range of accents
  • 2.5 Develop a range of vocal techniques to perform scenes, in character, that include scripted monologues, duologues with a partner, and songs
  • 2.6 Experiment with improvisation, alone and with a partner, as a way of bringing characters to life
  • 2.7 Apply and practise memory retention skills for retaining lyrics and lines of dialogue
  • 2.8 Determine the expressiveness and range of emotion needed to meet the requirements of characters, scenes and texts
3. Maintain expertise
  • 3.1 Practise and refine acting techniques relevant to musical theatre
  • 3.2 Maintain and update knowledge of musical theatre trends, stagecraft, and production protocols and procedures
  • 3.3 Use feedback from others to improve own acting skills
  • 3.4 Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas, identifying trends, maintaining motivation, and improving own technique
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODJ10 CUAACT412 Develop and apply acting techniques for musical theatre Unit of competency