Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 2 |
This version released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package. |
Release 1 |
This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use acting skills to portray characters in theatrical contexts.
This unit applies to singers, dancers, actors, comedians and other performers who use a range of acting skills in their performances. They could be performing in commercial, community or open space settings as members of an ensemble, in solo roles, or in one-person shows.
At this level performers are refining their techniques through practice, and while some supervision and guidance may be present in practice, a high level of motivation and responsibility are expected in live performances.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Performing arts – acting
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 acting as an art form |
1.1 Discuss the principles and characteristics of acting with relevant personnel 1.2 Identify the relationship between actor and audience 1.3 Discuss the history and application of various acting techniques with relevant personnel 1.4 Identify the historical, social and cultural significance of drama and theatre |
2. Prepare for acting performance |
2.1 Take fatigue and personal limitations into account when undertaking acting rehearsals and performances 2.2 Prepare body and voice by performing warm-up techniques 2.3 Use make-up, hairstyle and costuming to portray character as required 2.4 Prepare relevant materials for performance as required 2.5 Contribute to discussions of the creative parameters of the role and performance 2.6 Discuss technical parameters of the role or performance with relevant personnel and contribute ideas as required 2.7 Respond to feedback during the rehearsal process |
3. Practise improvisation skills |
3.1 Work with others to initiate and prepare for improvisations 3.2 Apply improvisation techniques in a range of scenarios 3.3 Respond spontaneously to given circumstances 3.4 Sustain a character in an improvised performance 3.5 Experiment with various acting techniques to further improve own performance |
4. Interpret and create a character for performance |
4.1 Extend characterisation through the use of a range of vocal techniques 4.2 Extend comic and dramatic qualities through different characterisations 4.3 Analyse texts for performance through close reading and discussion with relevant personnel 4.4 Develop a character for performance through practice and rehearsal sessions 4.5 Extend and work creatively with interactions between various characters in the performance |
5. Perform a character in a theatrical context |
5.1 Use appropriate acting techniques to convey a convincing character 5.2 Perform dialogue with clarity, accuracy and emotion using a range of vocal techniques 5.3 Respond appropriately to fellow actors and performance cues 5.4 Maintain characterisation and required standards for the duration of the performance 5.5 Maintain spatial awareness of performance space or venue 5.6 Analyse and evaluate feedback and develop strategies to improve own acting and performance skills |
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 |
2.7, 3.5, 5.6 |
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Reading |
1.2, 1.4, 4.3 |
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Oral communication |
1.1, 1.3, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 5.2, 5.6 |
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Navigate the world of work |
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5 |
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Interact with others |
1.1, 1.3, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.1, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2, 4.5, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.6 |
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Get the work done |
1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUAACT401 Use a range of acting techniques in performance (Release 2) |
CUAACT401 Use a range of acting techniques in performance (Release 1) |
Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
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