INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEATRE: MUSICALS, MUSIC IN THEATRE

DRA2MIT

Not currently offered

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

This subject is an introduction to music theatre practice and a range of different forms of performance with music. Topics will include the artistic works of music theatre such as Sondheim, the politics of musicals, the use of music in theatre, audience engagement, creating original music. Students will develop two studio presentations from class work and one final performance with the whole class. Students will research and reflect on music theatre through an essay and dramaturgical review.

School: Humanities and Social Sciences (Pre 2022)

Credit points: 15

Subject Co-ordinator: Kim Baston

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange Students: Yes

Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG

Available as Elective: No

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Capstone subject: No

Subject particulars

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Learning resources

The Cambridge Companion to the Musical

Resource Type: Book

Resource Requirement: Recommended

Author: W.A.Everett & P.R Laird eds.

Year: 2008

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Publisher: CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS

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The Soundscape: Our Sonic Environment and the Tuning of the World

Resource Type: Book

Resource Requirement: Recommended

Author: R.M Schafer

Year: 1993

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Publisher: DESTINY

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The Musical as Drama

Resource Type: Book

Resource Requirement: Recommended

Author: Scott McMillin

Year: 2006

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Publisher: PRINCETON UNIVERSITY PRESS

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Career Ready

Career-focused: No

Work-based learning: No

Self sourced or Uni sourced: N/A

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Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing
DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Analyse approaches to music analysis
02. Contribute to ensemble performance
03. Deliver musical language
04. Increase skills in performance analysis and making
05. Work in Large Groups, work in small groups
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