Unit of competency details
CUAPRF511 - Refine performance techniques (Release 1)
Summary
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16/Apr/2021 |
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Qualifications that include this unit
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Classification history
| ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier | 100103 | Drama And Theatre Studies | 16/Apr/2021 | |
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Unit of competency
Modification History
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Release 1
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This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package Version 5.0.
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Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required by singers, actors, dancers, circus performers and comedians to refine performance and interpretive skills to perform complex roles, sequences and routines before audiences.
The unit applies to those who are performers working in commercial, competitive or community settings in ensembles, partnerships or solo performances. Performers are expected to display a high level of motivation and sense of responsibility for themselves and others involved in live performances.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Performing arts – Cross-sector performance
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
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Elements describe the essential outcomes.
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Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
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1. Explore technique and analyse own work
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1.1 Discuss principles and characteristics of technique with required personnel
1.2 Analyse a range of advanced approaches to technique
1.3 Extend improvisations into different situations as required
1.4 Evaluate different ways in which technique can be used to create complex sequences
1.5 Critically analyse own work to inform technique
1.6 Seek and apply constructive feedback to performance of technique
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2. Prepare for performances
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2.1 Discuss production requirements with required personnel
2.2 Identify and coordinate opportunities for creative and artistic goal advancement as required
2.3 Rehearse performance techniques in line with performance requirements
2.4 Undertake required warm-up techniques
2.5 Confirm required materials are available and in good working order according to own performance requirements
2.6 Identify and implement strategies to effectively manage performance anxiety as required
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3. Perform complex roles for audiences
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3.1 Perform and adapt performances to scale and nature of venues and audience requirements
3.2 Communicate interpretive requirements of other performers as required
3.3 Perform in style determined appropriate for performance context
3.4 Implement principles and characteristics of various performance techniques during performances
3.5 Respond to contingencies as required
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4. Evaluate performances
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4.1 Assess own technical and artistic development through analysis of performances against previous work
4.2 Identify opportunities for performance improvement and develop strategies to improve performance
4.3 Evaluate constructive feedback and develop strategies for possible adjustments to future work
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Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance but not explicit in the performance criteria.
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S KILL
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DESCRIPTION
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Learning
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- Develops learning strategies using self-evaluation and feedback from others
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Oral communication
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- Contributes to discussions regarding group performances
- Obtains information by listening and questioning
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Reading
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- Interprets rehearsal and performance schedules
- Studies play scripts and/or song lyrics
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Initiative and enterprise
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- Demonstrates initiative in dealing with the unexpected during performances
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Self-management
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- Follows theatre protocols for performances
- Understands how own role contributes to broader performance goals
- Follows industry practice in relation to safe preparation for performances
- Adopts a logical and methodical approach to preparing for performances and performing before audiences
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Teamwork
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- Works collaboratively with others involved in performances
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Unit Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to CUAPRF501 Refine performance techniques.
Links
Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5
Assessment requirements
Modification History
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Release
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Comments
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Release 1
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This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package Version 5.0.
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Performance Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:
- perform live before an audience on at least three different occasions in a way that demonstrates refined performance techniques.
In the course of the above, the candidate must:
- demonstrate responsibility in working on solo or extra group sections
- show initiative in working towards cohesive group performances
- contribute to the advancement of creative and artistic goals with increasing confidence and skill
- create complex sequences in relation to chosen performance technique
- adapt performances to the required scale and nature of venues, including audience requirements
- analyse own performance and apply constructive feedback
- demonstrate a consistent standard throughout performance
- demonstrate a professional work ethic
- demonstrate consistent concentration.
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:
- key theorists, choreographers, theatre directors and movement styles and forms relevant to chosen performance technique
- work health and safety (WHS) standards relevant to performing live before audiences
- historical and theoretical contexts for performance and their importance in informing own artistic practice
- strategies for effectively managing performance anxiety
- improvisation techniques
- techniques for demonstrating professional work ethic and consistent concentration
- seek and respond to constructive feedback on own performance and apply to future performances
- key aspects of the following as they relate to chosen performance technique:
- moral, social, physical and psychological issues associated with characterisation
- naturalistic and non-naturalistic performance styles
- effect of voice and vocal processes on audiences
- alignment, breath and techniques for the release of tension
- kinaesthetic awareness
- warm-up and cool-down techniques
- body alignment
- performance terminology
- relationship between performers and audiences
- stylistic nuances and dramatic elements associated with various performance styles
- cultural perspectives related to performance.
Assessment Conditions
Skills in this unit must be demonstrated in a workplace or simulated environment where the conditions are typical of those in a working environment in this industry.
This includes access to:
- rehearsal and performance opportunities
- source materials and texts required to demonstrate the performance evidence.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Links
Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5
