Musical Theatre
National Progression Award Level 6
Course Overview
The principal aims of the National Progression Award in Musical Theatre are outlined below and enable the learner to:
develop a range of skills associated with the triple discipline of Musical Theatre practice
develop a range of appropriate skills in voice, movement and acting
develop specific skills for presentation at audition
apply combined practical skills in audition format
develop self-presentation skills
work in rehearsal and performance creatively and innovatively
develop self-evaluation skills, enabling professional development
develop the ability to work independently and in groups
develop professional attitudes
Faculty Principal Teacher
Mrs T MacKay
Assessment Methods
You will be assessed in 3 Units:
Acting through Song
Research and interpret the text of contrasting songs
Create and portray a character in the rehearsal process and performance of contrasting songs
Evaluate character development and final performance
Preparation for Audition
Identify the types of work available within a chosen sector of the performing arts industry
Prepare for an audition
Rehearse for and perform an audition
Evaluate own performance at an audition
Theatre Performers: Group Singing Skills or Theatre Performers: Solo Singing Skills
Demonstrate singing techniques for group/solo theatre performance
Rehearse and perform group/solo songs suitable for theatre performance
Evaluate the rehearsal and performance process
Pupils must pass all Unit Assessments to pass the course.
There is no external exam.
Parents will be informed if a pupil fails a Unit Assessment
One re-assessment is normally allowed
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