CUAPRF201
Prepare for performances


Application

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare to perform at a basic level before audiences in contexts as varied as small and large entertainment venues, street festivals, corporate functions and community events.

People who want to pursue a career as performers in the entertainment, theatre and events industries apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. They could be training to be actors, dancers, circus performers, musicians or vocalists. The development of these skills is usually carried out in private practice, rehearsal and performance settings and under supervision and guidance.

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. Identify live performance requirements

1.1 Discuss issues related to performing with relevant personnel

1.2 In consultation with relevant personnel, identify the characteristics and likely causes of performance anxiety

1.3 Identify and implement a range of strategies to overcome performance anxiety to suit own needs and circumstances

2. Rehearse for performances

2.1 Maintain personal practice to achieve the required standard for rehearsals and performances

2.2 Participate in rehearsals as required and adjust performance techniques in response to feedback from others

2.3 Critically analyse own performance and the performance of others to inform own work

2.4 Respond to other performers and adjust own performance in an ensemble as required

3. Use body effectively and safely

3.1 Observe health and safety principles in private practice and in performances

3.2 Assess and monitor body to realise its own potential and limitations and maximise performance

3.3 Control use of body to maximise performance and avoid risk of injury to self and others

3.4 Note possible stresses and strains of activity on specific parts of the body and take suitable preventative measures to minimise them

3.5 Where damage is done or suspected, seek advice promptly from appropriate sources and take recommended remedial action

4. Prepare to perform

4.1 Use appropriate methods to maintain physical and psychological condition for performances

4.2 Undertake appropriate mental preparation and physical warm-up exercises to ensure readiness for performance

4.3 Ensure that personal presentation is appropriate to performance contexts

Evidence of Performance

Evidence of the ability to:

apply basic strategies to overcome the effects of performance anxiety

use personal practice time and rehearsals to reach the standard required for performances

respond to constructive feedback on own performance

demonstrate personal health and safety considerations during practice sessions

communicate effectively with others involved in practice sessions or rehearsals

prepare personal presentation for performances.

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:

in the context of performing live, demonstrate basic knowledge of:

strategies and psychological tools to overcome performance anxiety

role of make-up and hairstyling

common theatre conventions

hearing protection

techniques for protecting body against injury from overuse

safe lifting practices

describe issues and challenges that arise when preparing for performances and suggest solutions to address them

describe key principles, techniques and repertoire in own performance specialisation.


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:

rehearsal opportunities in either real or simulated situations

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.


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

2.3

Analyses own and others’ performances to improve own skills

Oral communication

1.1, 1.2, 2.2, 3.5

Obtains information by listening and questioning

Discusses ideas and solutions

Navigate the world of work

1.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3

Takes responsibility for following health and safety procedures within scope of own role when practising and performing

Maintains an appropriate standard of personal presentation in a performance context

Meets expectations associated with own role when performing

Interact with others

1.1, 1.2, 2.2, 2.4, 3.5

Seeks guidance from others on performance requirements

Works collaboratively

Get the work done

2.1, 2.2, 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3

Adopts a methodical and logical approach to the process of preparing physically and psychologically for live performances


Sectors

Performing arts – cross-sector performance