Module: DRA5002-20 Musical Theatre Workshop

Level: 5

Credit Value: 20

Module Tutor: Dr Miranda Lundskaer-Nielsen

Module Tutor Contact Details: M.Lundskaer-Nielsen@bathspa.ac.uk

1. Brief description and aims of module:

An audition will be required for students from outside the Musical Theatre pathway. If you have taken Musical Theatre Skills this will serve as your audition; if not, we will be in touch after module selection to arrange your audition submission.

This module will explore a range of Musical Theatre styles with a key focus on stylistic awareness, detailed engagement with repertoire and developing performance skills.

2. Outline syllabus:

This module offers a practical and theoretical exploration of performing different styles of Musical Theatre repertoire. Indicative styles to be worked on include musical comedy, musical drama, Brechtian influenced work, rock musicals and pop-opera.

3. Teaching and learning activities:

Lessons will be highly interactive and will largely take the form of class discussions and practical workshops. Throughout the module we will explore a range of musical material through a combination of whole-class activities and workshopping of prepared student work, leading to the final performance assessments.

Assessment Item 1:

• Assessment Type: Course Work

• Description: Portfolio (written analysis) (2500 words)

• % Weighting: 50%

Assessment Item 2:

• Assessment Type: Course Work

• Description: Performance

• % Weighting: 50%