Unit details
ACP110 - The Paradox of the Actor
| Offered at: | (B) |
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| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Cohort rule: | (Only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama)) |
| Unit chair: | L Morris |
| Prerequisite: | ACP109 |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit aims to address certain paradoxes which arise in the practice and theory of acting, particularly in the context of modern drama. Unit content proceeds from a consideration of Diderot’s definition of the paradox of the actor as one of double consciousness in that the actor must nightly express emotions while creating the illusion of spontaneity. Through practical workshops and seminars, students will explore theories of acting from key figures in the modern era, such as Stanislavski, Brecht, Benedetti and Schechner. Particular focus will be placed on questions of the boundaries between self and character, outside-in versus inside-out methods of constructing character, analysis of actor-training methods, comparison between Western and Eastern definitions and training of actors, and the differential demands of performance for stage and screen.
Assessment
Practical exercises as assessed against stated criteria 50%, Seminar presentation of case study 1200 words 30%. Documentation, reflection and analysis in journal form 20%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $733 | $2493 | $2823 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
