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CUAPRF501
Refine performance techniques

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required by singers, actors, dancers, circus performers and comedians to refine performance and interpretive skills to perform complex roles, sequences and routines before audiences.

Performances may be in commercial, competition or community settings and performers could be working in ensembles, partnerships or performing solo. Performers are expected to display a high level of motivation and sense of responsibility for themselves and others involved in live performances.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Display professionalism in performance practice

1.1 Anticipate and prepare in advance for production requirements

1.2 Demonstrate responsibility in working on solo or extra group sections

1.3 Show initiative in working towards cohesive group performances

1.4 Contribute to the advancement of creative and artistic goals with increasing confidence and skill

1.5 Develop a professional work ethic

2. Extend and conceptualise performance skills

2.1 Demonstrate a complex understanding of the principles and characteristics of technique in discussions with relevant personnel

2.2 Analyse and evaluate a range of advanced approaches to technique

2.3 Extend improvisations into a number of situations as required

2.4 Evaluate a range of ways in which technique can be used to create complex sequences

2.5 Critically analyse own work to inform technique

2.6 Seek and apply constructive feedback to performance of technique

3. Prepare for performances

3.1 Ensure that performance is well-rehearsed to ensure clarity and confidence

3.2 Design and conduct relevant warm-up techniques in an appropriate space without causing undue distraction to self and others

3.3 Ensure relevant materials are available and in good working order according to own performance requirements

3.4 Identify and implement a range of strategies to overcome performance anxiety

4. Perform complex roles for audiences

4.1 Adapt performances to the scale and nature of venues and audience requirements

4.2 Maintain concentration throughout performances

4.3 Implement principles and characteristics of various performance techniques

4.4 Maintain performance standards for the duration of performances

4.5 Effectively communicate the interpretive requirements of other performers as required

4.6 Perform in a style appropriate to the context of performances

4.7 Respond promptly, flexibly and effectively to contingencies as required to maintain the integrity of performances

5. Evaluate performances

5.1 Analyse and assess performances against previous work to assess own technical and artistic development

5.2 Identify and observe weaknesses and errors in performances and develop strategies to improve performance

5.3 Evaluate feedback and develop strategies for possible adjustments to future work

Evidence of the ability to:

display professionalism in performance practice

explore and refine advanced performance skills

effectively prepare for performances

perform complex roles for audiences with confidence and precision

critically analyse own performance.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

demonstrate knowledge of:

key theorists, choreographers, theatre directors and movement styles and forms relevant to chosen performance technique

work health and safety (WHS) standards relevant to performing live before audiences

explain how historical and theoretical contexts for performance can be used to inform own artistic practice

in relation to chosen performance technique, describe key aspects of the following:

moral, social, physical and psychological issues associated with characterisation

naturalistic and non-naturalistic performance styles

effect of voice and vocal processes on audiences

alignment, breath and techniques for the release of tension

kinaesthetic awareness

body alignment

performance terminology

relationship between performers and audiences

stylistic nuances and dramatic elements associated with various performance styles

cultural perspectives related to performance.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

rehearsal and performance opportunities

relevant source materials and texts.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)


Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Display professionalism in performance practice

1.1 Anticipate and prepare in advance for production requirements

1.2 Demonstrate responsibility in working on solo or extra group sections

1.3 Show initiative in working towards cohesive group performances

1.4 Contribute to the advancement of creative and artistic goals with increasing confidence and skill

1.5 Develop a professional work ethic

2. Extend and conceptualise performance skills

2.1 Demonstrate a complex understanding of the principles and characteristics of technique in discussions with relevant personnel

2.2 Analyse and evaluate a range of advanced approaches to technique

2.3 Extend improvisations into a number of situations as required

2.4 Evaluate a range of ways in which technique can be used to create complex sequences

2.5 Critically analyse own work to inform technique

2.6 Seek and apply constructive feedback to performance of technique

3. Prepare for performances

3.1 Ensure that performance is well-rehearsed to ensure clarity and confidence

3.2 Design and conduct relevant warm-up techniques in an appropriate space without causing undue distraction to self and others

3.3 Ensure relevant materials are available and in good working order according to own performance requirements

3.4 Identify and implement a range of strategies to overcome performance anxiety

4. Perform complex roles for audiences

4.1 Adapt performances to the scale and nature of venues and audience requirements

4.2 Maintain concentration throughout performances

4.3 Implement principles and characteristics of various performance techniques

4.4 Maintain performance standards for the duration of performances

4.5 Effectively communicate the interpretive requirements of other performers as required

4.6 Perform in a style appropriate to the context of performances

4.7 Respond promptly, flexibly and effectively to contingencies as required to maintain the integrity of performances

5. Evaluate performances

5.1 Analyse and assess performances against previous work to assess own technical and artistic development

5.2 Identify and observe weaknesses and errors in performances and develop strategies to improve performance

5.3 Evaluate feedback and develop strategies for possible adjustments to future work

Evidence of the ability to:

display professionalism in performance practice

explore and refine advanced performance skills

effectively prepare for performances

perform complex roles for audiences with confidence and precision

critically analyse own performance.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

demonstrate knowledge of:

key theorists, choreographers, theatre directors and movement styles and forms relevant to chosen performance technique

work health and safety (WHS) standards relevant to performing live before audiences

explain how historical and theoretical contexts for performance can be used to inform own artistic practice

in relation to chosen performance technique, describe key aspects of the following:

moral, social, physical and psychological issues associated with characterisation

naturalistic and non-naturalistic performance styles

effect of voice and vocal processes on audiences

alignment, breath and techniques for the release of tension

kinaesthetic awareness

body alignment

performance terminology

relationship between performers and audiences

stylistic nuances and dramatic elements associated with various performance styles

cultural perspectives related to performance.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

rehearsal and performance opportunities

relevant source materials and texts.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Anticipate and prepare in advance for production requirements 
Demonstrate responsibility in working on solo or extra group sections 
Show initiative in working towards cohesive group performances 
Contribute to the advancement of creative and artistic goals with increasing confidence and skill 
Develop a professional work ethic 
Demonstrate a complex understanding of the principles and characteristics of technique in discussions with relevant personnel 
Analyse and evaluate a range of advanced approaches to technique 
Extend improvisations into a number of situations as required 
Evaluate a range of ways in which technique can be used to create complex sequences 
Critically analyse own work to inform technique 
Seek and apply constructive feedback to performance of technique 
Ensure that performance is well-rehearsed to ensure clarity and confidence 
Design and conduct relevant warm-up techniques in an appropriate space without causing undue distraction to self and others 
Ensure relevant materials are available and in good working order according to own performance requirements 
Identify and implement a range of strategies to overcome performance anxiety 
Adapt performances to the scale and nature of venues and audience requirements 
Maintain concentration throughout performances 
Implement principles and characteristics of various performance techniques 
Maintain performance standards for the duration of performances 
Effectively communicate the interpretive requirements of other performers as required 
Perform in a style appropriate to the context of performances 
Respond promptly, flexibly and effectively to contingencies as required to maintain the integrity of performances 
Analyse and assess performances against previous work to assess own technical and artistic development 
Identify and observe weaknesses and errors in performances and develop strategies to improve performance 
Evaluate feedback and develop strategies for possible adjustments to future work 

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