Critical Context: Perspectives on Contemporary Drama, Theatre and Performance

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School:

School of Arts and Humanities

Credit Rating:

Level (including FHEQ):

H (FHEQ Level 6)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2016-09-01

Module Leader:

Eric Hetzler

Version Number

2022.01

Learning Methods

Supervised Time in Studio/Workshop

Lecture

Guided Independent Study

Requirements

Recommended Prior Study

Synopsis

This module will examine a number of examples of performance practice in contemporary societal contexts, with regard to aesthetic form, artistic intention, the audience (if any), and the community and site where the performance occurs. You will engage with current debates in the fields of drama, theatre, and performance, and… For more content click the Read More button below.

This module will examine a number of examples of performance practice in contemporary societal contexts, with regard to aesthetic form, artistic intention, the audience (if any), and the community and site where the performance occurs. You will engage with current debates in the fields of drama, theatre, and performance, and will draw on examples of contemporary practice in responding to those debates.

You will encounter a range of contemporary examples of drama, theatre, and performance practice through a series of lectures which will be supported, where possible, by theatre visits, video materials, and other media resources. Aspects of current debate will be introduced, and assessment will focus on your ability to respond critically to debate through reference to specific examples of contemporary practice.

This module will contribute to the students’ personal development plan through encouraging students to develop their ability to discuss their ideas and to negotiate differences in approaching theoretical and practical problems with other members of the group with the aim of both recognising difference and reaching a rational and considered common ground.

Learning Strategy

Learning sessions emphasize a variety of learning strategies including lectures, workshops, which may include small group discussions, plenary discussions, presentations etc., in a flexible format. Study is supported by theatre visits, video materials, and other media and performance artefacts. Students’ learning will be supported by the University’s VLE, which will… For more content click the Read More button below.

Students’ learning will be supported by the University’s VLE, which will contain information about the module and staff involved in teaching it, as well as relevant content in Course Documents and Web Sites.

Outline Syllabus

The syllabus will depend entirely upon current developments in the fields of drama, theatre, and performance, and will be constructed in response to productions and other events, and to journal articles and media coverage.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will

have a rigorous understanding of a body of knowledge relating to contemporary performance practice in and for society, and with contemporary issues and debates in the field.

have a detailed awareness of different theoretical views about the role of performance in contemporary society.

be able to analyse and interpret evidence in different media related to this body of knowledge.

be able to articulate a coherent argument based on the analysis and interpretation of this evidence and communicate their knowledge and views appropriately.

be able to respond critically, and in an informed way, to contemporary developments and debates in the fields of drama, theatre, and performance.

develop a cultural critique from a particular socio-political perspective.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written plan

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Portfolio

Assessment Criteria

The module will be graded in line with University regulations. The assessment criteria will be those used by the Drama subject area, designed in accordance with the appropriate Benchmark document, and promulgated to students in module handbooks, and on written work and practical feedback sheets.

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