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PRFM3611: Dramaturgy
2023 unit information
What is a dramaturg? How do you read a play? Write a non-text based performance? Prepare a production of a classic play? This unit of study will investigate the various roles of the dramaturg, focusing on new play dramaturgy, background research for historical texts, translation and the role of the dramaturg as co-creator in non-text-based work. This unit will include practical exercises in analysing and workshopping a new Australian play or text for performance.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Theatre and Performance Studies
| Code | PRFM3611 |
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| Academic unit | Theatre and Performance Studies |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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12 credit points at 2000 level in Theatre and Performance Studies or (PRFM2601 and PRFM2602) |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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PRFM3010 |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Describe the evolution of the dramaturg in European, North American and Australian contexts;
- LO2. Understand what is involved in the research and analysis required for new play dramaturgy, background research for historical texts, and devising new work and apply these skills in a variety of practical contexts;
- LO3. Work collaboratively as a team member in a creative context
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