ACTING FUNDAMENTALS

Description

This Module introduces the core acting fundamentals that underpin the programme. Following two interdependent strands, Acting Technique and Text Analysis, the student will experience a range of psycho-physical processes designed to develop the actor’s expressive and analytical skills. Content will vary according to staff expertise and availability, but indicative content may include: An introduction to Stanislavski’s system and the key practitioners who have re- interpreted his work: these may include Uta Hagen, Michael Chekhov, Sanford Meisner, Mike Alfreds, and others. Elementary exercises developing imagination, sensation, and a quality of immersion in the world of the play. Practical exploration of the fundamental techniques required in research and analysis of text from an actor’s point of view. Practical exercises exploring key concepts such as: action, objective, units of action and super-objective An introduction to eight of Lecoq's twenty movements. An introduction to Neutral Mask, Elements and Materials. Use of the working journal to reflect upon and document personal learning. Work on contemporary scenes. (1950s to the present) Introduce the theory and practice of key practitioners including (but not limited to) LeCoq, Stanislavski, Hagen and Meisner. Inspire an open, generous, imaginative and playful approach to the work of the actor. Introduce research and text analysis methods for the actor. Explore and distinguish the relationship between actor-technician, actor-individual, and character. Begin to reflect upon and document a personal learning process using the actor's journal. Attributes Developed Ref 001 Begin building an embodied knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of key practitioners. KCPT EMPLOYABILITY, GLOBAL & CULTURAL CAPABILITIES, SUSTAINABILITY, RESOURCEFULNESS & RESILIENCE 002 Begin building an embodied, psycho-physical approach to acting KCP EMPLOYABILITY, SUSTAINABILITY, RESOURCEFULNESS & RESILIENCE 003 Through self-reflection, evaluate and articulate embodied knowledge KCPT EMPLOYABILITY, GLOBAL & CULTURAL CAPABILITIES, SUSTAINABILITY, RESOURCEFULNESS & RESILIENCE 004 Engage in research and analysis of a range of performance texts KCPT EMPLOYABILITY, GLOBAL & CULTURAL CAPABILITIES, SUSTAINABILITY, RESOURCEFULNESS & RESILIENCE 005 Develop an understanding of the responsibilities of the artist in the creative environment, and the need for sensitivity towards others. KCPT EMPLOYABILITY, GLOBAL & CULTURAL CAPABILITIES, SUSTAINABILITY, RESOURCEFULNESS & RESILIENCE