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Unit Overview

Description

This unit will investigate the history of the musical and its evolution to current musical theatre works. Students will examine various style and forms within theatrical productions of music, discuss libretti and dramatic content, and identify performance traditions that occur within entire shows, specific productions, and individual songs. Case studies from a range of musical theatre shows (including a range of Broadway, West End, and international productions) will be used to illustrate the discussions.

This unit is open to all enrolled students who have an interest in music. No prior experience is necessary.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 1 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) discuss developments in musical theatre; (2) demonstrate critical reading, thinking, and communication skills in relation to musical theatre; and (3) relate knowledge of key musical theatre developments to relevant cultural and historical contexts.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) tutorial activities; (2) research project; and (3) tests. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Cecilia Sun
Contact hours
Seminar: 12 hours/semester
Tutorials: 12 hours/semester
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.