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Refine musical theatre techniques

Refine musical theatre techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAPRF504
State Code
WI164
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/09/2014
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
30/09/2014
Nominal Hours
85
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required by singers, dancers and actors to refine the combination of techniques employed in musical theatre performances, namely dance, acting and singing. Performances could be in commercial or community settings and performers would usually be performing as members of an ensemble, or in cabaret settings that could involve a large component of solo routines.While some supervision and guidance are provided in practice sessions and rehearsals, performers are expected to be self-directed and display a high level of motivation and responsibility for themselves and others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Maintain a physical conditioning program
  • 1.1 Consult with relevant personnel and identify a range of techniques to improve stamina, strength and flexibility
  • 1.2 Set realistic physical conditioning goals aimed at improving musical theatre techniques
  • 1.3 Identify risk factors that may inhibit the achievement of goals and seek professional advice as required
  • 1.4 Take fatigue and personal limitations into account when undertaking physical conditioning program
  • 1.5 Perform warm-up and warm-down procedures in conjunction with dance or movement activities
  • 1.6 Perform vocal warm-up procedures in conjunction with vocal activities
  • 1.7 Ensure that clothing and footwear are appropriate for exercise regime and practising dance and movement techniques
2. Extend and practise singing techniques for musical theatre
  • 2.1 Develop listening skills to produce and reproduce sound
  • 2.2 Demonstrate correct posture and breathing techniques to facilitate free and flexible singing
  • 2.3 Ensure maximum vocal range through practising relevant exercises
  • 2.4 Interpret the requirements of songs to be performed
  • 2.5 Practise a range of musical theatre singing styles and genres using relevant vocal techniques
  • 2.6 Practise harmonising and singing in unison with other singers
  • 2.7 Ensure phrasing is appropriate to the music
3. Extend and conceptualise acting skills
  • 3.1 Apply knowledge of the dynamics of the human voice to develop own unique voice, as well as that of character roles
  • 3.2 Extend techniques to perform dialogue, sung dialogue and dialogue as underscored
  • 3.3 Extend ways to extend improvisations into a number of different stories
  • 3.4 Identify characters’ actions and intent and follow through in performance
  • 3.5 Apply techniques to develop strong, flexible and safe movements
  • 3.6 Experiment with various acting styles and methods as appropriate
  • 3.7 Critically analyse own work to inform technique
4. Practise performing a complex musical theatre role
  • 4.1 Apply principles and characteristics of various musical theatre performance techniques
  • 4.2 Integrate acting, singing and dancing or movement effectively to create a strong performance
  • 4.3 Maintain balance in dynamics, style and musical expression with other singers throughout performances
  • 4.4 Respond promptly to cues and synchronise entries and exits with other performers
  • 4.5 Maintain concentration throughout performances
  • 4.6 Effectively communicate interpretive requirements of other performers as required
  • 4.7 Receive and integrate constructive feedback into performance
5. Maintain expertise in musical theatre techniques
  • 5.1 Apply professional work ethic to practice and performance activities
  • 5.2 Incorporate injury-prevention techniques into vocal, dance and movement activities
  • 5.3 Analyse and evaluate feedback and develop strategies for possible adjustments to future work
  • 5.4 Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas, identifying trends, maintaining motivation, and improving own technique
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State Code National Code Title Type
ODF61 CUAPRF514 Refine musical theatre techniques Unit of competency