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Center for Curriculum and Transfer Articulation
Musical Theatre Workshop
Course: THP270

First Term: 2018 Fall
 Lec + Lab   2 Credit(s)   5 Period(s)   5 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T Lab Load


Description: Workshop in the study and performance of Musical Theatre repertoire. Including audition techniques, talent evaluation criticism, rehearsal techniques, vocal acting styles, stage movement, and performance.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Apply stage directions in performing a musical theatre role. (I)
2. Display freedom of the body for the demands of stage movement. (II)
3. Prepare and develop the role of assigned character. (III)
4. Use clear articulation and enunciation in text of the role. (V)
5. Perform improvisations. (V)
6. Exhibit self-confidence in rehearsal and performance. (V)
7. Use dramatics as applied in musical theatre. (V)
8. Apply techniques for improving voice and musicianship. (V)
9. Demonstrate an ability to study vocal score. (V)
10. Apply skills for participation in assigned crews. (VI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Staging directions
   A. Areas of stage
   B. Marking the staging in score
II. Stage movement
   A. Free body
      1. Relaxation exercises
      2. Movement to music
      3. Body isolation exercises
   B. Using mirror
   C. Dance fundamentals
III. Developing character role
   A. Study of story plot and characters
      1. Study sketch
      2. Relationship of characters
      3. Period of history
      4. Character development with story
   B. Vocal coloring for character
IV. Vocal and musical improvement
   A. Studying vocal score
      1. Marking music
      2. Identifying vocal problems
   B. Vocal exercises
      1. Tone
      2. Breathing
      3. Articulation/diction
V. Drama
   A. Exercises
      1. Improvisations
      2. Concentration
      3. Interaction with others
      4. Energy
      5. Focus
   B. Self-confidence
      1. Exercises
      2. Performance
VI. Crews
   A. Crew head
      1. Setting deadlines
      2. Assigning duties
   B. Following assigned duties
   C. Progress reports
   D. Preparing for performance
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 11/27/2001

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.