Aims
This module is designed to introduce students to practices, techniques, images and sounds derived from various traditional performance forms across Asia. Each time it runs the module will focus on forms from one country of the region. The module will concentrate on techniques and ideas that can be used for cross cultural performance creation. The module will deal with specific processes that can be adapted to the work of the student directors, bearing in mind the various cultures represented amongst the group.
Syllabus
The syllabus will vary according to the country in question at any one time. An example would be the study of Noh Theatre, Kabuki and Banraku styles of performance, if Japan was chosen as the country in focus. In a study of Thai theatre there would be exploration of Khon, Nang Yai and other forms of Lakhon performance. Typically, the module involves a mixture of background study at East 15 followed by a 3 week field study visit to the country in question where students will work with practitioners and theatre companies. It is occasionally possible, according to the availability of appropriate expertise, for the module to be taught entirely in the UK.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and understanding of and ability to demonstrate
Different cultural approaches to directing
Diverse rehearsal processes and techniques
Synthesis of diverse sources of knowledge
Group working skills
Oral and visual presentation of ideas
Applied use of research
This module is designed to introduce students to practices, techniques, images and sounds derived from various traditional performance forms across Asia. Each time it runs the module will focus on forms from one country of the region. The module will concentrate on techniques and ideas that can be used for cross cultural performance creation. The module will deal with specific processes that can be adapted to the work of the student directors, bearing in mind the various cultures represented amongst the group.
Syllabus
The syllabus will vary according to the country in question at any one time. An example would be the study of Noh Theatre, Kabuki and Banraku styles of performance, if Japan was chosen as the country in focus. In a study of Thai theatre there would be exploration of Khon, Nang Yai and other forms of Lakhon performance. Typically, the module involves a mixture of background study at East 15 followed by a 3 week field study visit to the country in question where students will work with practitioners and theatre companies. It is occasionally possible, according to the availability of appropriate expertise, for the module to be taught entirely in the UK.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and understanding of and ability to demonstrate
Different cultural approaches to directing
Diverse rehearsal processes and techniques
Synthesis of diverse sources of knowledge
Group working skills
Oral and visual presentation of ideas
Applied use of research