Introduction

What is Drama?

• The classical definition of drama
• Drama as imitation
• Drama as action

What’s the difference between a dramatic performance and a dramatic text?

• Drama as text
• Drama as performance

Why is drama a social and historical object?

• Drama and culture
• A French definition of drama
• Non-western forms of drama
• India
• Japan
• Performance as drama
• Summary

 

Are there differences between academic studies of performance, theatre and drama?

• What is the Academy?
• What is Theatre Studies?
• What is Performance Studies?

 

A brief guide to differences between Drama Studies, Theatre Studies and Performance Studies

• Origins, meanings and applications of words in different disciplines
• Drama
• Theatre
• Performance
• Test yourself?

 

What combination of disciplines can you expect from you Drama Studies at ACU?

• What is the connection between practical tutorials and theory?
• Why is it important to learn many different theories when studying drama?
• What kind of knowledge can I learn and explore in tutorials?
• What aptitudes can I develop in tutorials?
• What skills can I develop in tutorials?

 

What kind of activities are involved in lectures and tutorials?

Lecture Activities

• Handy reminders
• Activities that will enhance your learning and enjoyment of lectures
• Your lecturer’s dream…

Tutorial Activities

• Handy reminders
• Activities that will enhance your learning and enjoyment of tutorials
• Activities that you can expect to encounter during a drama tutorial
• Warm-up exercises
• Discussion of texts
• Reading and performance of texts
• Your tutor’s dream…

 

Do you need more information about assessment?

• A Note on Time Management

Writing Essays

• Analytical essays
• Dramaturgical essays
• Writing a review
• Essay writing skills common to all styles of essays
• Tips for writing essays
• How are marks for essays allocated?

Exams

• Multiple Choice questions
• The short answer question
• Exam essays

Oral Presentations

• Why do we expect more from drama students in presentations?
• How are marks for oral presentations allocated?

Performance Presentations

• What’s involved in the different areas of production?
• What contribution would you like to make?
• The myth of talent
• How are marks for performance presentations allocated?