Performance impro: the play

Perform a totally improvised play in front of an audience, adding Meisner technique and Keith Johnson's games learnt in 'Performance impro: sketches'. You must have attended the latter or an equivalent, high standard acting course. Sensitivity required.

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Key course information

Dates
13/01/12 - 29/06/12

Day(s)
Fri

Duration
22 weeks

Time
18:30 - 21:15

Fees
Full fee: £330
Senior fee: £330
Concession: £159

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DF021

Availability
Available
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Course outline

What is the course about?

1st term (Jan - Apr)
To prepare for term 2 by learning the skills involved in performing an improvised play.
2nd term (Apr - Jul):
To be able to perform a live improvised piece of drama for an audience.

What topics will we cover?

Both terms:
Working on previous knowledge and adding the Meisner Technique and basic play formats. Creating good team understanding. Failing and working out rules from the mistakes. Making the improvisation emotional.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

1st term:
Know what is expected in order to improvise a piece of serious drama for performance.
Have some experience of doing this.
2nd term:
Perform a piece of dramatic improvisation (in play format) for an audience.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

1st term:
Preferably you should have done 'Performance Improvisation: Sketches' or equivalent higher standard class. You should know Keith Johnson's work on IMPRO. Sensitivity expected.
2nd term:
Performance Impro: the play - 1st term. This is a continuing class. Bravery, sensitivity and commitment expected.
In order to get the most from the course you will be able to:
• Listen and respond to instructions and feedback.
• Communicate clearly in discussion and drama practice.
• Read and respond to a variety of text.
• Give and receive constructive feedback.
• Take notes.
• Work within groups and pairs safely.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Pair work and group work, demonstrations. All practical work.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Guidelines on materials, extra costs, equipment and books.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Term 1:
Ongoing feedback, self assessment, group response.
Term 2:
As above, plus audience response.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2542

drama@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice During term-time: Monday & Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 17.30 - 18.30 Non term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 Wednesday 17.30 - 18.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.