STM 2002 Stage Management 2

SubjectCat-NbrClassTermModeDescriptionUnitsCampus
STM2002149982, 2002ONCStage Management 21.00TWMBA

Academic Group:FOART
Academic Org:FOA006
HECS Band:1
ASCED Code:100103


Contents



STAFFING:

Examiner: Stafford Mortensen
Moderator: Greg McCart




PRE-REQUISITES:

Pre-requisite: STM 1001 and THS 1001 and STM 1011



SYNOPSIS:

This course is a continuation of studies in technical/production areas of theatre for those students who wish to pursue a career in the live entertainment industry. It provides advanced study, training and experience in the duties, procedures and responsibilities of the Assistant Stage Manager/Theatre Practitioner.



OBJECTIVES:

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • demonstrate a knowledge of examinable areas of the Assistant Stage Manager/Theatre Practitioner;

  • demonstrate skills in areas assigned to the Assistant Stage Manager/Theatre Practitioner.

  • demonstrate a practical understanding and awareness of production and artistic staff interaction.

  • demonstrate an aptitude to work in a professional theatre environment.




  • TOPICS:


    DescriptionWeighting (%)
    1. Occupational health and safety (practical and theoretical)
    0.00
    2. Introduction to managing a rehearsal room
    0.00
    3. Introduction to production documentation and written communication skills for the theatre practitioner
    0.00
    4. Professional ethics for the Stage Manager
    0.00
    5. Administration of the technical departments in theatre practice
    0.00
    6. Production work
    0.00


    STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

    ACTIVITYHOURS
    Directed Study135
    Lectures28
    Others2



    ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

    DescriptionMarks Out ofWtg(%)RequiredDue Date
    WRITTEN ASSIGNMENTS100.0040.00Y22 Jul 2002 (see note 1)
    PRODUCTION WORK/PROJECTS100.0030.00Y22 Jul 2002 (see note 2)
    EXAMINATION 2 HOURS100.0030.00YEND S2 (see note 3)
    NOTES:
    1.
    Refer to Course Specifications for information about assignment due dates and assessment marking.
    2.
    Refer to Course Specifications for information about assignment due dates and assessment marking.
    3.
    Students will be advised of the official examination date after the timetable has been finalised.


    OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

    1. In order to meet course objectives 2, 3 and 4, and in view of the development of vocational skills they entail, students are strongly advised to attend all classes.
    2. Assessment is continuous.
    3. Special attention will be paid to the development of a professional work method approach.
    4. In order to pass the course, each assessment item must be passed.
    5. The final grade is determined on the total accumulated points and is assigned in accord with Arts Faculty guidelines.