CAPA2410
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course will explore various ways in which theatre and performance making in Australia is shaped by specific cultural identities. A diverse range of approaches to theatre and performance making will be examined, such as the role of Indigenous, queer, feminist, disabled and culturally diverse artists. This particular focus on the construction of cultural identities will inform students in creating their own scene-based performances.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Newcastle City Precinct
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate awareness of a diverse range of approaches to expressing cultural identities via the medium of theatre and performance.
2. Demonstrate foundational skills in researching, analysing, structuring and creating a feasible performance proposal that explores cultural diversity.
3. Develop a portfolio of Performance Resources for a contemporary theatre event.
Content
Case study based theoretical and practical explorations of the main areas informing the creation of contemporary theatre and performance in Australia: Body, Self, Site and Script. The course will culminate in the preparation and presentation of a performance / creative project.
Assessment items
Presentation: Oral and Written Presentation
Project: Project
Professional Task: Performance Resources
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Newcastle City Precinct
Lecture-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 7 week(s) starting in week 1
Self-Directed Learning-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s) starting in week 13
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 6 week(s) starting in week 2
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 5 week(s) starting in week 8
Course outline
- CAPA2410 - Semester 2, 2023 (Newcastle) (PDF, 221.3 KB)
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.