Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop techniques for integrating dancing with the acting and singing skills required of musical theatre performers.
At this level supervision and guidance are provided during practice sessions. However, individuals are expected to work independently on developing the physical stamina required to combine singing and dancing in partnered and group routines.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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 In consultation with relevant personnel, identify a range of techniques to prevent injuries and improve stamina, strength and flexibility 1.2 Set realistic physical conditioning goals aimed at improving own dance technique 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 activities in conjunction with dance activities 1.6 Ensure that clothing and footwear are appropriate for exercise regime and dance technique |
2. Extend dancing skills to include musical theatre | 2.1 Practise a range of exercises in preparation for dance routines 2.2 Work with others to develop expertise in performing with a partner and in an ensemble 2.3 Practise solo pieces as required 2.4 Develop techniques for integrating singing into dance routines and performing with different microphone placements 2.5 Extend the relationship between acting and dance in musical theatre 2.6 Apply knowledge of musical rhythms and musical theatre styles to dance routines 2.7 Convey choreographic intent of routines through confident and precise execution of dance techniques |
3. Maintain expertise | 3.1 Practise and refine dancing techniques relevant to musical theatre 3.2 Maintain and update knowledge of musical theatre trends 3.3 Use feedback from others to identify and develop ways to improve own dancing skills 3.4 Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas, identifying trends, maintaining motivation, and improving own technique |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
develop a range of dance skills appropriate to musical theatre performances
implement a suitable physical conditioning program
with partners and as an ensemble member, perform routines that:
integrate dancing and singing
take the theatrical context into account
work collaboratively
improve own dance techniques in response to constructive feedback.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements the individual must:
explain the following principles underlying dance movements and techniques:
extending
folding
relationship with gravity
rotating
shifting weight
spatial awareness
successional movement
use of breath
explain how the following apply in the context of injury-prevention techniques:
articulation of the spine
bases of support with feet, legs, hands, arms and torso
differentiation of the legs and pelvis
engagement of the feet
range of motion of the joints
healthy nutrition and diet
explain how the following aspects of musical rhythms impact on dance performance:
beat
syncopation
tempo
time signatures.
Assessment Conditions
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 venues and spaces with suitable flooring and equipment.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Learning | 1.1, 3.3, 3.4 | Seeks the views and opinions of others to develop own understanding Observes industry practitioners, sources new ideas and identifies trends, and applies to own techniques |
Reading | 3.2 | Obtains information from written sources to identify musical theatre trends |
Oral communication | 1.1, 1.3, 2.2, 3.3 | Obtains information by listening and questioning |
Navigate the world of work | 1.5, 1.6, 3.1, 3.2 | Follows accepted industry practices in relation to safe dance practices and injury-prevention strategies |
Interact with others | 1.1, 2.2, 2.7, 3.3 | Works collaboratively on developing and improving dance techniques Uses dance movements to convey meaning to spectators |
Get the work done | 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7 | Adds emotion and depth to routines through applying a knowledge of the relationship between acting and dance Adopts a methodical, disciplined and positive approach to physical conditioning program, dance classes and evaluation of own skill development Develops a movement memory Takes steps to minimise risk of injury through appropriate physical conditioning program |
Sectors
Performing arts – dance