The skills and knowledge outlined in this unit apply to performers, such as singers, actors, dancers, circus performers and comedians.
Rehearsals could be for performances in commercial, competition or community settings and performers would usually be working in ensembles, partnerships or solo.
In a rehearsal context performers are collaborating with each other and working under the direction of an artistic director or producer. An ability to take direction and refine technique is vital to success in rehearsals.
Not applicable.
1. Develop an understanding of the rehearsal process | 1.1. Clarify the purpose and parameters of different types of rehearsals 1.2. Consult with members of the rehearsal 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. Ensure a complete understanding of rehearsal requirements 2.2. Demonstrate physical preparedness for rehearsals 2.3. Ensure that aspects of own part in performances are understood 2.4. Refine own performance techniques for rehearsals in association with other performers as required |
3. Apply rehearsal skills | 3.1. Maintain empathy and rapport with members of the rehearsal team to advance performance outcomes 3.2. Work on 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. Contribute to a shared approach to performance 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 positively to analyses of own performance and adjust as required |
Required skills
communication, teamwork and organisational skills to:
respond appropriately to constructive feedback on own performance
respond appropriately to directions during rehearsals
present confidently in rehearsal
deal constructively with conflict that arises during rehearsals
initiative and enterprise skills to:
adapt own performance in response to direction
respond appropriately to the unexpected during rehearsals
learning skills to improve live performance skills and expression through practice
listening skills to monitor and adjust performance as required
self-management and planning skills to:
plan practice time
identify areas of weakness and plan practice accordingly
maintain an appropriate standard of personal presentation for rehearsals
technical skills to use a range of techniques in area of specialisation.
Required knowledge
OHS principles and legislation relevant to particular performance contexts, such as:
hearing protection
performance anxiety
protection of body against overuse injury
safe lifting procedures
issues and challenges that arise in the context of rehearsing performances
performance and rehearsal protocols
relationship between rehearsal and performance
repertoire relevant to the performance or production
performance vocabulary and terminology
principles and techniques in area of specialisation.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment | |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Evidence of the ability to: demonstrate appropriate performance skills demonstrate progression of performance skills over the rehearsal period provide critical analyses of own and others’ performances work collaboratively with the production team. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Assessment must ensure: opportunities for full rehearsal practice well-equipped stage or performance area in which to conduct rehearsals. |
Method of assessment | A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit: direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance observation of candidate contributing to discussions about own performance and that of others verbal or written questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit discussion of issues and challenges that arise in the context of rehearsing performances review of participant’s work performance during rehearsal direct observation or video recording of candidate during rehearsals. Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling). |
Guidance information for assessment | Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example: CUAPRF402A Develop conceptual and expressive skills as a performer CUAPRF406A Use technique in performance. |
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Purpose and parameters | practice of individual performance progression of skills rehearsal of key scenes before filming rehearsal to establish moves and staging requirements rehearsal to refine staging requirements rehearsal to refine delivery of lines. |
Types of rehearsals | ensemble rehearsal first reading of script full dress rehearsal rehearsal before filming rehearsal of key scenes or parts rehearsal for publicity purposes technical run-through. |
Members of the rehearsal team | artistic director audiovisual artist choreographer costume designer designer lighting designer or operator make-up artist performers production manager props master set designer and builder sound designer and operator stage director stage manager. |
Protocols and behaviour | attendance at rehearsals awareness of rehearsal team hierarchy bans on visitors constructive approach to skills development constructive response to direction demeanour positive approach to performances by others positive attitude presentation privacy considerations publicity considerations punctuality set lock-down. |
Rehearsal requirements | attendance times costume fitting equipment preparation liaison with ensemble or other performers. |
Aspects of own part | awareness of sight lines and marks interaction with other performers lines moves routines. |
Techniques may include: | acrobatics acting circus clown dance improvisation mask mime movement physical theatre puppetry and object manipulation voice. |
Performing arts - performance
This unit contains employability skills.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.