MUSTHEAT 3003 - The Project
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code MUSTHEAT 3003 Course The Project Coordinating Unit Elder Conservatorium of Music Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact 15 hours per week (Weeks 1 to 6 only) Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Restrictions Available to BMusTheatre students only Assessment Weekly work preparation and Rehearsal Technique, Written - Analysis/Essay/Patter, Production Task, Performance 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 Employ advanced storytelling through song skills and tell personal stories in an appealing and creative way 2 Demonstrate the ability to build a rapport with an audience via unique and intimate storytelling that go beyond conventional fourth wall theatre 3 Exemplify the discipline and commitment required of a professional artist in working with original content, trying new ideas in a safe space, being vulnerable in a supported environment, all in the service of the goal of creating an entertaining and appealing staged concert 4 Recognise and demonstrate the physical and vocal requirements for the performance of contemporary music theatre 5 Demonstrate resilience, flexibility and openness to feedback and sudden changes. This will require developing the capacity to generate ideas without becoming too attached to them. 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 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 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.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 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 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.
2, 3, 5 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
All required readings are available through MyUni. Additional resources will be made available through the library or distributed in class.
Recommended Resources
All recommended readings are listed in each course module through MyUni.
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 Project course in their final year of the degree. It is a performance based project focussed on the three areas of acting technique, voice production and dance skills. This will culminate in a large scale production before outside audience and industry.
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Workshops: 4 x 3 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, extra rehearsals 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.
A performance season is required for completion of this course usually held in Week 13.
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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(s)
- Rehearsal & Preparation
- Final Performance Season
Formative & Summative
100%
1,2,3,4,5
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
Rehearsal & Preparation
Weighting:
60%
Due date:
22 May 2024
Task description:
Weekly Preparation & Rehearsal. This includes: precise and careful preparation of all musical material, memorisation of the material, strong work ethic, initiative, ability to work independently and part of a team, ability to take on constructive feedback, professional behaviour at all times, punctuality and attendance.
Final Performance
Weighting:
40%
Due date:
25 May, 2024
Task description:
Final Performances (this includes: behaviour backstage, interaction with staff and crew, reliability, punctuality, professional preparation and work at all times).
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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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
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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Policies & Guidelines
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