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Develop and apply acting techniques for musical theatre

Develop and apply acting techniques for musical theatre

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAACT412
State Code
ODJ10
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and apply acting skills including characterisation, improvisation and observation to musical theatre roles.The unit applies to those who are required to sing and dance, which adds an extra dimension to the acting skills required. At this level, supervision and guidance are provided during practice sessions. However, individuals are expected to work independently on experimenting with ways to sustain a role and convey complexity of meaning by integrating vocal and movement skills.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to apply acting techniques
  • 1.1 Identify and analyse problems that could limit movement and physical expression, or cause injury
  • 1.2 Discuss ways to avoid physical and vocal problems with required personnel, and develop strategies for addressing problems if they arise
  • 1.3 Perform vocal and physical warm-up routine in preparation for performance activities
  • 1.4 Develop individual practice schedule with exercises to strengthen and expand vocal and physical techniques
2. Develop and apply acting techniques in musical theatre contexts
  • 2.1 Analyse script and develop character, relationship and actions according to circumstances of scenes
  • 2.2 Determine expressiveness and range of emotion needed to meet requirements of character, scenes and texts
  • 2.3 Experiment with bringing characters to life for audiences using comic and dramatic techniques suited to different musical theatre styles
  • 2.4 Develop techniques for conveying emotion and storylines through song, moving from spoken to sung voice, and speaking and singing in different accents
  • 2.5 Perform scripted monologues, duologues with a partner, and songs in character using different vocal techniques
  • 2.6 Participate in improvisation, alone and with a partner, as a way of bringing character to life
  • 2.7 Apply and practise memory retention skills
3. Review and maintain acting skills
  • 3.1 Evaluate own development of acting performance skills in musical theatre context
  • 3.2 Use feedback from others to develop strategies for improving acting skills
  • 3.3 Maintain and update knowledge of musical theatre trends, stagecraft, and production protocols and procedures
  • 3.4 Attend performances by industry practitioners and document new ideas and industry trends that can be applied to own practice
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI003 CUAACT402 Develop acting techniques for musical theatre Unit of competency