Course Catalogue

LJMU Partner Taught

The aims of the module are to: Provide a fundamental understanding of how to develop and maintain physical fitness, stamina and prevent injury. Provide a theoretical and experience-based understanding of the importance of warming-up the body and voice. Develop a knowledge and experience of healthy practice for the Voice. Introduce the practice of mindfulness and strategies to promote good mental health. Present an overview of current debates and developments within the performing arts sector. Support the students’ learning through weekly year group meetings.

Outline Syllabus:Healthy Practice: Body, Mind & Voice The syllabus will contain the following components: Body Conditioning and Somatic Practice: Physical fitness regimes will be delivered to improve students' physical condition (strength, stamina, speed, and suppleness in the body, motor skills, cardiovascular fitness and healthy and safe practice). A working knowledge of anatomy and physiology will be introduced to help students develop an understanding of their body, and the fundamentals of healthy and safe practice. A range of somatic practices (from for example - Pilates, Yoga, Alexander Techniques) will be taught to develop a sense of the psycho-physical unity in the mind-body relationship. Vocal Health: Students will develop strategies and regimes to learn how to produce their voices effectively for performance. Students will develop an understanding and awareness of the vocal process, and the differing physical apparatus involved in the creation of the actors' voice. A key element of this module will be introducing students to safe practice, to ensure a sustainable voice. They will explore vocal preparation and warm up techniques, and learn basic aspects of vocal health, anatomy, and vocal injury prevention. Mindfulness: Students will be introduced to the practice of mindfulness and strategies to develop and maintain good mental health.

Additional Information:This module equips students with foundational skills and knowledge promote and maintain healthy practice. Assessment is via a Presentation.