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MUSTHEAT 3004 - The Graduation Musical & Industry Showcase

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2025

This is the capstone course for the Bachelor of Music Theatre. The course, which is in two parts, will focus on the rehearsal and performance of a major musical for a public audience and an industry showcase targeting agents, producers and directors. Casting of the musical will be by audition and based on excellence. The showcase will feature every student. Graduation Musical: Students will be required to apply skills learnt in other courses to the rehearsal and performance of a complete work, and to integrate skills of singing, dancing and acting to support the story, text and interpretation. A key focus will be to learn more about, and investigate through practice, the relationship between the actor and the director. Subject areas could include language structure, text and score analysis, performance history and research, integrating analysis into stage delivery, applying stagecraft, taking direction, working with design, costume and props, singing, dance and understanding the technical rehearsal. Industry Showcase: To study specific repertoire from a variety of music theatre genres within the form of song and dance, accent and text. Following this, working with permanent and guest lecturers, performers will develop their work in acting, song and dance to an appropriate standard for presentation to industry representatives. Students will learn to prepare audition material, practice and prioritise verbal and physical skills, refine and engage with a personal connection to theatrical material in a professional setting, perform autonomously and focus on collaboration and preparation with discipline. Performers will develop an approach to launching themselves in the industry, managing the generation of headshots, CVs and other marketing tools.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code MUSTHEAT 3004
    Course The Graduation Musical & Industry Showcase
    Coordinating Unit Elder Conservatorium of Music
    Term Semester 2
    Level Undergraduate
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 6
    Contact 15 hours per week
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N
    Restrictions Available to BMusTheatre students only
    Assessment Continuous criteria based observations within the rehearsal 10%, Rehearsal process, character development, staging and choreographic execution 30%, Public performance and realisation 40%, Journal and written appraisal 20%
    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

      E-mail: peter.johns@adelaide.edu.au

      Phone: 0408 286 894

      Availability: M-F, 0900-1700

     

      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 .

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    1. Utilise skills of observation, imitation, communication, and visual, aural and spatial awareness in ensemble performance;
    2. Demonstrate a range of performance techniques from acting, singing and/or dancing in performance;
    3. Demonstrate a developing connection to text and the nuances of language and meaning; Distinguish the qualities of text and music, and apply an artistic and technical process to both in the creation of a role for performance;
    4. Utilise an imaginative and expressive response in the creation of a role for performance;
    5. Define the commitment and discipline required of the professional actor and apply teamwork as part of a collaborative creative ensemble;
    6. Work constructively with other performers, directors, writers, technicians and designers.
    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

    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

    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, 6

    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

    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

    Attribute 7: Digital capabilities

    Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.

    6

    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.

    1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
  • 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.

  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes

    All music theatre students must undertake this major production 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.

    Production: 5 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 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.

  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary

    Assessment Task

    Task Type

    Weighting %

    Learning Outcome(s)

    1. Rehearsal & Preparation
    2. Production Responsibility
    3. Final Presentation

     

    Formative & Summative

     

    100%

     

    1,2,3,4,5,6

    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

    JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR #1: Weekly Preparation & Rehearsal

    Weighting:

    45%

    Due date:

    Thursday 26 September, 2024

    Task description:

    Instructions:

    In weeks 1-8, you will be rehearsing Jesus Christ Superstar with Director George Torbay, Music Director Paul Sinkinson and

    Choreographers Zoë Komazec & Alexander Kermond. Aim to be ‘off book’ as early as possible, in order to best utilise your

    attention for new information including staging, direction and choreography.

    Criteria: You will be assessed on your interpretation of the text in collaboration with the director’s vision, skills, attitude,

    contribution to text analysis discussions, initiative, attendance, punctuality and reliability as a team member.

    Your ability to retain notes and corrections from rehearsal to rehearsal will contribute to your overall mark, as well as the effectiveness of your physical and vocal warm-up prior to call times.

     

    SEE RUBRIC FOR DETAILS

     JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR #2: Production Responsibility and Execution 

    Weighting:

    30%

    Due date:

    Monday 30 September, 2024

    Task description:

    Instructions:

    Each student involved in the production must complete an assigned production duty as either leader, assistant leader or team

    member. These include:

    1. Dance Captain/Assistant Dance Captain
    2. Assistant to the Director
    3. Assistant to the Music Director
    4. Assistant to the Production Manager
    5. Stage Management
    6. Costumes
    7. Hair/Make Up
    8. Marketing/Publicity
    9. Properties

    Criteria:

    1. Student attends meetings and demonstrates leadership with plans, schedules, ideas
    2. Student has delivered services to meet production deadlines and demonstrated excellence in execution
    3. Student provides active support to other team members, keeps track of completed tasks, anticipates issues and problems
    4. Student's contribution to bump in or bump out duties is exemplary and they provide leadership to others
    5. Student follows instructions from creative or technical staff with ease and is able to lead others in the completion of tasks
    6. Student provides on stage/backstage/dressing room help and support whenever needed

     

    SEE PRODUCTION RUBRIC FOR DETAILS

     JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR #3: Performance Season 

    Weighting:

    25%

    Due date:

    Sunday 29 September, 2024

    Task description:

    Instructions:

    The ability and flexibility to amalgamate the director’s ideas into the student’s own vision and consolidate the entire rehearsal process into a performance is assessed at the presentation. This performance is viewed by staff, fellow students and the wider ECMT community. Students will be assessed on:

    • Accuracy
    • Consistency
    • The ability to remain true to the rehearsal process
    • Audience engagement
    • Backstage/theatre behaviour
    • Professionalism

    Submission deadline:

    A final performance will be given on Sunday 29 September from 2:00pm in the Scott Theatre

     

    SEE RUBRIC FOR DETAILS

    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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