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IB

Group 6 - IB Theatre

Description

Theatre is a combination of performance, production, analysis and study of western and non-western, ancient and modern theatre.

Students examine from an international perspective selected historical and theoretical developments in theatre. Mime, movement and voice with improvisation and characterisation are developed and refined to form the basis of performance work. Individual study of a specific aspect of theatre involves the development of a detailed research project; analysis and understanding of performance and stagecraft is further developed through exposure to professionals from specialist areas. World theatre is examined in depth with the students presenting and participating in workshops of cultural practices from around the world. The skill of the theatre director is revealed and developed with students trying their hand at directing small and large groups of actors.

Aims

The aim of the theatre course is to help students understanding of the nature of theatre; to understand it by making it as well as by studying it; to understand it not only with their minds but with their senses, their bodies and their emotions; to understand the various forms it takes in cultures other than their own; and through this understanding endeavour to better understand themselves, their society and their world.

Objectives

Although the course is divided into parts, the strong links between each part are emphasised. The skills a student is expected to have acquired at the end of the course should be gained from all areas of the course. Having completed the course a student will be expected to demonstrate

  • A knowledge of the major developments and techniques in the theatrical history of more than one culture
  • An ability to interpret play scripts and other theatrical texts analytically and imaginatively
  • An understanding of the art of the stage and of the essential nature of criticism in the theatre, particularly self-criticism
  • An ability to perform before an audience, and to demonstrate an understanding of, and some skill in acting techniques
  • The acquisition of sufficient technical skill to produce satisfactory work in at least one of the theatrical arts or crafts
  • An understanding of the basic processes of theatrical production.

Syllabus Outline - Higher Level

Part 1: Theatre in the Making
Includes study of different stimuli for performance as well as

  • Ensemble work
  • Mime/movement
  • Voice
  • Improvisation/role play
  • Acting techniques/characterisation.

Part 2: Theatre Around the World
Studies from an international perspective of selected historical and theoretical developments in the theatre. At least three contrasting practices are studied in detail.

Part 3: Theatre in Performance
A practical study of the basic principles and practices of theatre production. Involvement in at least two productions over the two years.

Part 4: Individual Project
A project, chosen by the student in consultation with the teacher, on a specific aspect of theatre.

Syllabus Outline - Standard Level

Part 1: Theatre in the Making
Includes study of different stimuli for performance as well as

  • Ensemble work
  • Movement and physical theatre 
  • Voice
  • Improvisation/role play
  • Acting techniques/characterisation.

Part 2: Theatre Around the World
Studies from an international perspective of selected texts and traditions in the theatre. At least two contrasting practices are studied in detail.

Part 3: Independent Project
A project, chosen by the student in consultation with the teacher, on a specific aspect of theatre.

Part 4: Theatre in Performance
A practical study of the basic principles and practices of theatre production. Requires involvement in at least one production per years.

Assessment

 

Standard Level

Higher Level
External Assessment 50%
There are two components in this assessment:
  1. Theatre performance and production presentation.
  2. Submission of an independent project portfolio.
 50%
There are two components in this assessment:
  1. Theatre performance and production presentation.
  2. Submission of an independent project portfolio.
Internal Assessment 50%
There are two components in this assessment:
  1. Research Investigation.
  2. Practical performance proposal.
 50%
There are two components in this assessment:
  1. Research Investigation.
  2. Practical performance proposal.