In this module, you will engage in the creative process and delivery of a new performance.  You will consider the place and impact of this new performance in society through relevant research.  You will critically examine and analyse theoretical debates that are central to the study of musical theatre and will use this study to inform the new performance piece.  You will learn to apply the research and study skills required for self-directed learning and will include academic writing and referencing skills.

This module facilitates student analysis of the principles underlying voice in both a singing and spoken context relevant to musical theatre.

Students will expand and apply their technical skill base and knowledge of the voice’s capabilities supported by their own safe practice and continue to apply these in performance. Students will expand their knowledge of musical theatre repertoire by examining exemplary practitioners whilst developing their skills as a performer, by evaluating a wide range of vocal setups and styles leading to mastery of musical theatre repertoire. 

This module enables students to explore the variety of dance repertoire in musical theatre.

The module enhances knowledge and performance skills and builds understanding of what is required in the creative industries by developing and applying technical concepts and processes. 

Students will advance their technical and artistic skills in dance to enable versatility and adaptation of style, including analysis of musical theatre repertoire and exemplary practitioners and their contributions, sophisticated artistry and performance skills. Students will expand their knowledge of dancing through application of feedback, reflection and independent practice.

This module develops advanced application of the principles underpinning acting.

Students will expand and apply their technical skill base in mind, body and voice and learn to apply these in performance. The module will facilitate evaluation of acting techniques, methodologies and relevant, exemplary practitioners through intensive practice and reflective application, including the critical analysis of naturalism, character development, text work, and acting for camera.

 Students will analyse and debate practices and processes by which a professional performance is created and realised.

This module develops and enhances students’ knowledge and critical understanding of the principles of performance.

The module advances student understanding of professional ways of working, creating a clear benchmark for standards required in the professional world of performance. Students will analyse and debate practices and processes by which a professional performance is created and realised, including the explication of critical theories and contextualisation relating to musical theatre. 

Students will be involved in the rehearsal, performance and evaluation of practical work. Students are required to take greater independent responsibility for rehearsals and creative and technical direction, and will critically evaluate their technical, artistic, and reflective skills.