MUSTHEAT 3002 - Music Theatre Performance 3B
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code MUSTHEAT 3002 Course Music Theatre Performance 3B Coordinating Unit Elder Conservatorium of Music Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact 8 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Prerequisites MUSTHEAT 3001 Restrictions Available to BMusTheatre students only Assessment Continuous criteria based observations within the classroom and tutorial situation 10%, Practical presentation: Voice 20%, Tap technical assessment 20%, Jazz technical assessment 20%, Acting: Monologue showcase 30% Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Erin James
Course Coordinator
George Torbay
E-mail: george.torbay@adelaide.edu.au
Phone: 0421 245 665
Location: Schulz Building (Level 11, Room 11.16)
Availability: M-F, 0900-1700
Course Tutors
Craig Behenna
E-mail: craigbehenna@gmail.com
Phone: 0402 321 076
Availability: M, W, Class times only
Carla Centofanti
E-mail: carla.cento@live.com.au
Phone: 0403 196 942
Availability: M, 0900-1300
Martin Cheney
E-mail: martin.cheney@gmail.com
Phone: 0422 609 357
Availability: M-F, 0900-1700
Dr. Terry Crawford
E-mail: terrycrawford61@gmail.com
Phone: 0434 331 061
Availability: Tues 0900 - 1330, Thurs 1330 - 1700, Fri 0900 - 1300
Deanna Farnell
E-mail: deannafarnell@gmail.com
Phone: 0424 044 043
Availability: W 0900 - 1430, F 0900 - 1700
Rosie Hosking
E-mail: rosie@roomtwo.com.au
Phone: 0419 822 890
Availability: T, 1600 - 1800
Erin James
E-mail: erinjames@icloud.com
Phone: 0415 352 304
Availability: F, 1400-1700
Peter Johns
Zoë Komazec
E-mail: zoe.komazec@gmail.com
Phone: 0431 418 421
Availability: Wednesdays 9am - 11:30am
Dale March
E-mail: dalesimonmarch@gmail.com
Phone: 0413 221 546
Availability: Wednesdays 1pm - 6pm, Thursdays 9am - 1pm
Martine Quigley
E-mail: m@stylestation.com.au
Phone: 0437 143 153
Availability: M & W, 0900-1300
Joseph Simons
E-mail: j.simons@adelaide.edu.au
Phone: 0432 498 020
Availability: M-F, 0900-1700
Paul Sinkinson
E-mail: paul.sinkinson@yahoo.com.au
Phone: 0413 011 964
Availability: Tues 0900 - 1330, Thurs 1330 - 1700, Fri 0900 - 1300
Anna Steen
E-mail: anna.s.steen@gmail.com
Phone: 0418 863 587
Availability: Tuesdays 0900 - 1330, Thursdays 1330 - 1700
Roel Vorrbij
E-mail: voorbijroel@gmail.com
Phone: 0450 225 231
Availability: W, F, 1300-1730
Dr. James Whiting
E-mail: james_whiting@live.com
Phone: 0417 764 970
Availability: W, F, 1300-1730
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate understanding of technical elements and physical characteristics of Jazz and Tap dance styles 2 Exhibit increased strength, flexibility, stamina and coordination in the body 3 Combine technical accuracy with professional-level performance quality 4 Identify idiosyncratic, habituated physical and vocal patterns and establish an understanding of vocal physiology and its application to performance 5 Identify the elements that constitute an effective audition monologue 6 Employ techniques that support them to confidently perform an audition monologue in front of a panel 7 Receive and effectively apply direction in an audition environment 8 Pursue and follow up on general auditions in a professional manner 9 Define the proper care of a performer’s physical instrument, and apply safe techniques to explore the alignment, posture, stamina, flexibility and strength of your body in dance, acting and vocalisation. University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
6, 7 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
8 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
1. Carey, D. (1998) “The Actor’s Wishlist.” The Actor’s Audition Manual Volume1:5-17. Strawberry Hills; Currency Press
2. Carey, D. (1998) “The Perfect Piece.” The Actor’s Audition Manual Volume1:18-24. Strawberry Hills; Currency Press
3. Carey, D. (1998) “The Dramatic Terrain Ahead.” The Actor’s Audition Manual Volume1:41-66. Strawberry Hills; Currency Press
4. Tucker, P. (2015). “Auditions.” The Secrets of Screen Acting (3rd ed.): 123-136. New York; Routledge
5. Maxwell, I, Mark Seton, and Marianna Szabo. (2018). “The Precarious Lives of Actors.”
Australasian Drama Studies, no. 72: 149–175. . Neff, K and Dan Harris. (2020). “Kryptonite for the Inner Critic.” (podcast)Recommended Resources
Donnellan, Declan (2002). The Actor and the Target. London; Nick Hern.
Dunmore, S. (1998). Alternative Shakespeare Auditions for Women. Sydney; Currency Press.
Dunmore, S. (1997). Alternative Shakespeare Auditions for Men. Sydney; Currency Press.
Gaddis, A. (2016). LGBTQ Comedic Monologues that are Actually Funny. Milwaukee; Applause.
James, T. (2014). Contemporary Monologues for Women. London; Nick Hern.
James, T. (2014). Contemporary Monologues for Men. London; Nick Hern.
Shurtleff, M. (1981). Audition. New York; Bantam Dell.Online Learning
Course documents, including the Course Profile and assignments will be available on MyUni.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
All music theatre students must undertake the Music Theatre Performance course. It is a skills-based practical course focussed on the three areas of acting technique, voice production and dance skills. This includes key areas of TAP and JAZZ dance, ACTING technique as well as scene work, INDUSTRY theory and production (auditions). As such, all classes are workshop style where attendance is critical for skills development.
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Acting: 2 x 2 hour workshop each week
Tap Dance: 1 x 1 hour workshop each week
Jazz Dance: 1 x 1 hour workshop each week
In addition to the listed contact hours per week, It is anticipated that students would spend 4-6 hours per week in preparing for workshops, preparing assignments and undertaking required readings.
Learning Activities Summary
Students are expected to maintain 100% attendance at all classes. See below for penalties. Independent Practice Students must prepare and practise all repertoire, technical exercises and other material assigned by their lecturers and arrive for each session fully prepared Class Activity All classes are practically based skill development. It is essential for growth and development that there is active participation at each session.
Out of Class Activity Acting and Voice will require students to present to the University community a showing of their semester’s work. These showings usually take place in the final week of classes or in Week 13.
Specific Course Requirements
Specific dance wear and rehearsal ‘blacks’ will be quired for all classes. Students will be given this information prior to the first class with clear instructions and guidelines.
All students will be required to appear for an individual audition with the State Theatre Company in week 8.
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Task Type Weighting Learning Outcome Acting:
- Weekly practical exercises
- Presentation/Audition
Formative and Summative 50% 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 Dance:
- Tap Dance Assessment
- Jazz Dance Assessment
Summative 50% 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 Assessment Related Requirements
Participation: Active and positive participation in 100% of workshops is expected. Students will need to seek approval from the Head of Music Theatre for any absence. This process is clearly explained in the Music Theatre Handbook in MyUni.
Assessment Detail
ACTING #1: Weekly Practical Exercises
Weighting:
65%
Due date:
Week 8
Task description:
Students will be assessed on their preparation, class engagement and development as a performer. Criteria include:
- The capacity to conduct independent research into a wide variety of suitable monologues and plays.
- The ability to prepare, memorise and perform a variety of monologues.
- The ability to make clear, emotionally connected, brave, and imaginative choices.
- The capacity to receive and apply direction in a professional manner.
- The ability to retain and build on notes through the rehearsal process.
- The willingness to offer insightful contributions to group discussions in response to required readings.
- The ability to engage in productive, insightful observations during the rehearsal process.
ACTING #2: Mock General Audition
Weighting:
35%
Due date:
Week 8
Task description:
You will perform at least one monologue and a song drawn from the material explored during the semester for performance in a ‘mock’ general audition. Assessment will be based on your capacity to conduct yourself confidently and professionally in the room; your ability to retain direction received during the semester and apply it in an audition environment; your capacity to effectively receive and apply direction offered by members of an audition panel.
DANCE #1: Jazz Dance Assessment A
Weighting:
20%
Due date:
Week 8
Task description:
Instructions: You will be provided with audition briefs for mock-dance calls for two contrasting shows. There will be four routines provided. Choose TWO (2) of the routines – one from each show - and use the instructional video to learn the choreography. You do not need to audition for the same track in each show (ie: you may audition as a Strong Mover in one show, and as a Dancer in the other)
At the start of each video, present a ‘slate’ which includes your name, age, base city, height, and which track (ie: Dancer or Strong Mover) you are auditioning for. Consider clothing, lighting, and location for your self-tapes.
Submit to My Uni two self-tape videos presenting the dance routines for consideration by the panel. Do this by pasting two links in the COMMENTS section of the submission page.
Marking:
Performance for Camera 50%
Choreographic Accuracy 40%
Professionalism of Self-tape 10%
DANCE #2: Jazz Dance Assessment B
Weighting:
30%
Due date:
Week 12
Task description:
Title: Practical Examination
Instructions: Each student (regardless of level) will present a series of technical exercises across the room demonstrating strength, flexibility and coordination. These exercises will be rehearsed prior in class time.
You will also learn a new (unseen) choreographic combination to perform. This combination will include optional elements with varying degrees of difficulty.
Marking:
Technique 40%
Style 25%
Performance and Presentation 20%
Musicality 15%
DANCE #3: Tap Dance Assessment
Weighting:
50%
Due date:
Week 12
Task description:
Title: Practical Examination
Instructions: Each student (regardless of level) will present choreographic content accumulated from a semester of class work. You will be required to learn and present a new (unseen) choreographic combination at this assessment.
Marking: Technique & Quality of Sound 50%
Musicality 30%
Performance Style 20%
Submission
ALL MUSIC THEATRE ASSESSMENTS INCUR A 10% PER DAY PENALTY FOR LATE SUBMISSIONS. Extensions are only granted prior to the assessment due date.
Late assignment policy: Extensions are only granted when supporting documentation can be provided and then, and only then, by arrangement with the course lecturer prior to the due date and time. Extensions will not be granted under any other circumstance. Assessed work that is submitted late (after the due date and time) will not be examined for assessment or feedback. In the case of illness this will require a medical certificate, and in the case of personal (non-medical) circumstances you will need a letter of support from a University Student Counsellor. For further information please refer to the following website: http://www.adelaide.edu.au/counselling_centre/
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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