THS 2002 Community and Political Theatre

STAFFING:

RATIONALE:

This course explores the potential relationship between art and society within Australian and international contexts. Emphasis will be placed on community and political models developed both in and outside Australia in order to explore their relevance and adaptation capabilities to a range of economic, social and political circumstances.

SYNOPSIS:

This course focuses on a range of historical and recently developed theories and methodologies with a community theatre and critical pedagogic relevance. Students will investigate the structures and working applications of a range of political and cultural activities from agitational propaganda, theatre of protest, and community- improvisation-based theatre.

OBJECTIVES:

On successful completion of this course students will have:

1. a detailed understanding of the principles of theatrical production as applied to community and politically generated performance material and based on a range of historical and contemporary models.
2. a working knowledge of the application of these skills and principles in both a practical and written form.
3. a basic knowledge of the logistical principles, and theatrical methods of practice required to instigate and mount community and political theatre.
4. participated in a community theatre project (QUE).

TOPICS:

TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

Selected Readings packet from Bookshop.

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

To be advised during semester.

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

NOTES:

1.

Refer to course addendum given out in first lecture. Assessment is ongoing.

2.

Refer to course addendum given out in first lecture.

3.

Refer to course addendum given out in first lecture.

4.

Refer to course addendum given out in first lecture.

IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

1. Attendance requirements:
   It is the students' responsibility to attend and participate appropriately in all activities (such as lectures, tutorials, laboratories and practical work) scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
   To complete each of the assessment items satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for each assessment item.
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   If students submit assignments after the due date without prior approval, then a penalty of 10% of the total marks available for the assignment will apply for each of the first FIVE working days late, after which a zero mark will be given.
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   To be assured of a passing grade, students must demonstrate, via the summative assessment items, that they have achieved the required minimum standards in relation to the objectives of the course by obtaining at least 50% of the total weighted marks for all summative assessment.
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks (or grades) obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
6. Examination information:
   There is no exam for this course.
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   Given the details under (6) above, there are no deferred exams for this course. However, if any deferred/makeup work is granted, it would have to be submitted by a date set by the examiner.
8. University Regulations:
   Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

ASSESSMENT NOTES