Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required by performers, such as singers, actors, dancers, circus performers and comedians, to participate in rehearsals for performances. Techniques employed include acting, singing, dancing, movement, mime, acrobatics and improvisation.
Rehearsals could be for performances in commercial, competition or community settings and performers would usually be working in ensembles, partnerships or performing solo.
In a rehearsal context performers are collaborating with each other and working under the direction of an artistic director or producer.
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. Analyse the rehearsal process | 1.1 Clarify the purpose and parameters of different types of rehearsals 1.2 Consult with members of the rehearsal and production team to identify specific issues requiring attention 1.3 Clarify protocols and behaviour expected at rehearsals 1.4 Determine the level of skills progression expected over the rehearsal period |
2. Prepare for rehearsals | 2.1 Determine health, safety and other requirements in relation to the rehearsal period 2.2 Demonstrate physical preparedness for rehearsals 2.3 Clarify aspects of own part in performances as required 2.4 Refine own performance techniques for rehearsals in association with other performers as required |
3. Apply rehearsal skills | 3.1 Establish effective work relationships with members of the rehearsal team to advance performance outcomes 3.2 Practise improving own part in line with performance expectations 3.3 Adapt aspects of individual performance as directed 3.4 Pace energy during rehearsals to maintain focus and consistency of performance 3.5 Collaborate in performances to achieve the overall desired outcomes |
4. Contribute to debriefs after rehearsals | 4.1 Review progress in association with other performers and identify factors to improve performance 4.2 Respond to analyses of own performance and adjust as required |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
demonstrate performance skills in chosen technique
demonstrate progression of performance skills over the rehearsal period
provide critical analyses of own and others’ performances
work collaboratively with the production team.
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 rehearsals, explain how the following apply to performers:
performance and rehearsal protocols
hearing protection
overcoming performance anxiety
protection of body against injury from overuse
safe lifting procedures
describe issues and challenges that arise when rehearsing performances and suggest solutions to address them
describe key aspects of the following:
relationship between rehearsals and performances
repertoire relevant to own area of performance expertise
performance vocabulary and terminology
principles and techniques in area of 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:
opportunities for full rehearsal practice
well-equipped stage or performance area in which to conduct rehearsals.
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 | 4.1, 4.2 | Refines technique based on ongoing evaluation of own performance in rehearsals and feedback from others |
Reading | 1.1, 3.2 | Interprets rehearsal schedules, play scripts or song lyrics |
Oral communication | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 3.1, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2 | Seeks the views and opinions of others Obtains information by listening and questioning |
Numeracy | 1.1 | Recognises and follows rehearsal timelines |
Navigate the world of work | 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.2, 3.5 | Follows theatre protocols for rehearsals Understands how own role contributes to broader rehearsal and performance goals |
Interact with others | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.4, 3.1, 3.3, 3.5, 4.1, 4.2 | Builds rapport with others involved in rehearsals |
Get the work done | 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 4.1, 4.2 | Adopts a methodical, disciplined and positive approach to rehearsals and evaluation of own performance technique Adapts own performance in response to direction Identifies areas of weakness and plans practice accordingly |
Sectors
Performing arts – cross-sector performance