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VSAO5621: Opera Performance Stage 1
2024 unit information
This unit provides a brief introduction to the primary communication tools of acting, movement and rehearsal/performance as they apply to the operatic stage. Briefly surveying the major schools of acting, it develops methodologies and strategies for establishing expert stage skills in opera performance. Skills in movement and movement style are facilitated by separate classes in dance. The unit is application based, allowing students to experiment with implementation of critical theoretical ideas in a performing environment. Much of the work of this course is associated with rehearsal and performance of mainstage and chamber operas scheduled by SCM, in recognition of the crucial role these performances play in synthesizing the vocal, musical, linguistic, stylistic and dramatic threads undertaken in the Graduate Diploma.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
| Code | VSAO5621 |
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| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. understand stage directions and safety on the operatic stage
- LO2. be able to take direction in a rehearsal and work in an ensemble
- LO3. be familiar with props, costume and basic stage makeup
- LO4. understand basic stage combat and stage falls, including safe practice
- LO5. be able to understand and apply the physical elements of opera onstage
- LO6. apply rehearsal techniques to short scenes and self-reflect on performing practice for the musician
- LO7. understand the historical context of operatic performance and be able to apply historical knowledge to rehearsal practice
- LO8. demonstrate the ability to dance and move in the styles expected of opera singers.
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