Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Seminar
Workshop
Module Offerings
5523ACT-SEP-PAR
Aims
This module aims to further enhance your understanding of the theories and conceptual approaches to theatre and acting practice within the context of major artistic, intellectual and critical movements of the late 20th/early 21st Centuries. The module concentrates on the integration of research, theory and practice, utilising critical theories and contextual analysis, to evaluate process, performance and cultural-readings according to a studied work, with cross-modular reference to Project I and Project II.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Analyse a range of socio-cultural, contextual and critical perspectives, outlining their significance and application in performance
2.
Contrast and critically debate cultural ideologies within contextual frameworks
3.
Demonstrate independent research methods and apply original, creative thinking in the development and presentation of critically engaged arguments in response to performance practice
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:In this module you will explore and identify cultural, critical and contextual readings of various forms, styles and genres from the acting canon.
You will examine critical theorists, theories and philosophical perspectives on texts, theatrical forms, media, styles and genres to be explored in Project I and Project II, arming you with an understanding of the contextual significance and interpretation of works, playwrights and creators.
You will investigate directorial concept and critical impacts, apply theoretical research and interpret the practical realisation of artistic works in order to unearth original thinking and ideas surrounding performance.
A formative study supports the final summative submission. This module prepares and supports you for the critical demands of Cultural Perspectives III at Level 6.
Additional Information:Gillian Knox is the Module leader (G.Knox@lipa.ac.uk)
Assessments
Essay