THSTS560-19C (HAM)

Special Topic: Applied Theatre

30 Points

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Division of Arts Law Psychology & Social Sciences
School of Arts
Theatre Studies and Dance

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Convenor(s)

Laura Haughey

Laura Haughey
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I.4.14
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laura.haughey@waikato.ac.nz

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: alison.southby@waikato.ac.nz

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Paper Description

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This paper introduces the nature, contexts and purposes of applied theatre practice. Students will explore how theatre can be used as a tool for critical enquiry, empowerment and social change. It will introduce and consider the historical development of applied theatre, current debates, methodologies and case studies within the field.

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Paper Structure

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The paper will be taught through lectures, tutorials, seminars, and practical workshops. There may also be the possibility to attend extra-curricula workshops.
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the term ‘Applied Theatre’, and all it encompasses in national and international contexts.
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  • 2. Identify and discuss the work of a range of theatre practitioners and companies who identify their work as being in the field of ‘Applied Theatre’
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  • 3. Discuss the historical, political and philosophical evolution of the field of Applied Theatre.
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  • 4. An understanding of the social model of disability and how it informs theatre practice.
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  • 5. Devise and develop a creative workshop plan or a short performance designed for community and/or educational settings
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  • 6. Identify, discuss and analyse some of the ethical issues involved in applied theatre and performance work
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  • 7. Demonstrate an ability to pursue independent research.
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  • 8. Discuss, reflect upon and critique their practice.
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  • 9. Produce a literature review for an individual creative project
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Assessment

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Assessment Components

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Seminar Presentation
14 Mar 2019
No set time
20
  • In Class: In Tutorial
2. Rationale and Literature Review
11 Apr 2019
4:00 PM
20
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
3. Creative Project - Workshop design OR short performance plan/script
27 May 2019
No set time
30
  • Hand-in: In Tutorial
4. Manifesto
16 May 2019
4:00 PM
10
5. Workshop/Performance Delivery and Reflection OR Case Study
30 May 2019
4:00 PM
20
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required and Recommended Readings

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Recommended Readings

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Online Support

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The Moodle site for this paper will be used to provide a repository of information and for online discussion. Some assessment will be submitted through Moodle.
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Workload

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This is a 30point paper. One point equates to approximately 10 learning hours, so this paper equates to approximately 300 notional learning hours over the semester. Students will have between 1 - 3 hours contact time per week with their lecturer, with additional workshops scheduled to engage with relevant external applied theatre projects. Independent study time should be approximately 18 hours per week.

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Linkages to Other Papers

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For students focussed on completing an M Arts in Theatre Studies and/or Dance, this paper should be taken alongside THSTS544 as preparation for either THSTS592 (dissertation), or THSTS593 or THSTS594 (3 or 4 paper thesis).

Other students may also enrol in this paper as their one complementary paper option outside their main study area.

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Prerequisite(s)

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Restriction(s)

Restricted papers: THST560

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