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. Maintain a physical conditioning program | 1.1 Consult with relevant personnel and identify a range of techniques to improve stamina, strength and flexibility 1.2 Set realistic physical conditioning goals aimed at improving musical theatre techniques 1.3 Identify risk factors that may inhibit the achievement of goals and seek professional advice as required 1.4 Take fatigue and personal limitations into account when undertaking physical conditioning program 1.5 Perform warm-up and warm-down procedures in conjunction with dance or movement activities 1.6 Perform vocal warm-up procedures in conjunction with vocal activities 1.7 Ensure that clothing and footwear are appropriate for exercise regime and practising dance and movement techniques |
2. Extend and practise singing techniques for musical theatre | 2.1 Develop listening skills to produce and reproduce sound 2.2 Demonstrate correct posture and breathing techniques to facilitate free and flexible singing 2.3 Ensure maximum vocal range through practising relevant exercises 2.4 Interpret the requirements of songs to be performed 2.5 Practise a range of musical theatre singing styles and genres using relevant vocal techniques 2.6 Practise harmonising and singing in unison with other singers 2.7 Ensure phrasing is appropriate to the music |
3. Extend and conceptualise acting skills | 3.1 Apply knowledge of the dynamics of the human voice to develop own unique voice, as well as that of character roles 3.2 Extend techniques to perform dialogue, sung dialogue and dialogue as underscored 3.3 Extend ways to extend improvisations into a number of different stories 3.4 Identify characters’ actions and intent and follow through in performance 3.5 Apply techniques to develop strong, flexible and safe movements 3.6 Experiment with various acting styles and methods as appropriate 3.7 Critically analyse own work to inform technique |
4. Practise performing a complex musical theatre role | 4.1 Apply principles and characteristics of various musical theatre performance techniques 4.2 Integrate acting, singing and dancing or movement effectively to create a strong performance 4.3 Maintain balance in dynamics, style and musical expression with other singers throughout performances 4.4 Respond promptly to cues and synchronise entries and exits with other performers 4.5 Maintain concentration throughout performances 4.6 Effectively communicate interpretive requirements of other performers as required 4.7 Receive and integrate constructive feedback into performance |
5. Maintain expertise in musical theatre techniques | 5.1 Apply professional work ethic to practice and performance activities 5.2 Incorporate injury-prevention techniques into vocal, dance and movement activities 5.3 Analyse and evaluate feedback and develop strategies for possible adjustments to future work 5.4 Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas, identifying trends, maintaining motivation, and improving own technique |
Evidence of the ability to:
maintain an effective physical conditioning program
explore and practise a range of singing and vocal techniques for musical theatre performance
successfully perform a musical theatre role by integrating singing, dancing and acting techniques
maintain own expertise in musical theatre performance skills.
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:
explain how the following principles relate to physical movements and dance techniques:
relationship with gravity
spatial awareness
successional movement
use of breath
folding
extending
rotating
shifting weight
explain principles underlying vocal techniques in a musical theatre performance context
explain and demonstrate how the musical elements of time signatures, beat, tempo and syncopation apply to performing in musical theatre
demonstrate knowledge of:
key theorists, choreographers and directors in musical theatre
distinguishing characteristics and main historical aspects of musical theatre
health and safety requirements relevant to performing live before audiences
in relation to musical theatre, describe key aspects of the following:
moral, social, physical and psychological issues associated with characterisation
principles underlying vocal techniques
effect of voice and vocal processes on audiences
acting, singing and dancing techniques and terminology
kinaesthetic awareness
relationship between performers and audiences.
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 spaces with appropriate flooring
relevant resources and equipment.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.