Perfomrance Workshop and Dance Performance

For all Except Imogen

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dance
Assignment Title: Showtime 2015
Unit Number &Title	FC	PC	Grading Criteria
Unit 1: Performance Workshop   Unit 38: Dance Performance	Full     Full		P1, M1, D1, P2, M2, D2, P3, M3, D3, P4, M4, D4.   P1, M1, D1, P2, M2, D2, P3, M3, D3, P4, M4, D4, P5, M5, D5.
Briefing Date	Review Date		Deadline Date
20/04/15	Continuous		06/07/15
Assessor/s Mary Bance		IV Kelly Mansfield
Student Name

 

Learning Outcomes

1.       Be able to Interpret ideas for performance material

2.       Be able to apply ideas creatively

3.       Be able to take part in workshop performances

4.       Understand the workshop process in light of performance

5.       Be able to participate effectively in practical workshops and rehearsals

6.       Be able to perform dances demonstrating application of physical and interpretative skills

7.       Be able to perform dances demonstrating application of appropriate stylistic qualities

8.       Understand how to improve dance for performance through evaluation and review.

 

 

Overview

As we enter your final BTEC Term you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and perform to an audience. During this module you will take part in the preparation and delivery of a summer show case at Comberton leisure theatre on Friday the 26^th June, You will combine the skills you have developed throughout your training and have the opportunity to fine tune newer skills.

The ability to perform in many different styles is a great skill for dancers to have when applying for roles in productions, throughout this module you will explore many different styles of dance to broaden your skill set for the future.

You will participate in many numbers ranging from solos to group pieces. You will be asked to choreograph many of these numbers ensuring you have allocated time for rehearsals.

You will be assessed on both your input and commitment to the rehearsal period as well as your final performance.

You will be required to keep a log book of your rehearsals noting down corrections, ideas, achievements, involvement, input and general feelings towards your performance preparation.  

Assessment Structure

The assessment will take the form of 4 tasks,

Tasks

Task Number	1
Task Title	Performance brief
Task Instructions	You will be required to explore the performance brief for the summer show, identifying opportunities for your performance. You will need to create a rehearsal schedule including identifying priorities and important deadlines.   Following this exploration of the brief you will need to decide on specific genre’s your dances and explore some ideas for these pieces, For your acting performance you will be given a script to learn, you will be asked to explore the performance possibilities and characterisation. You will need to present all of your detailed explorations on your blog this can take the form of bullet notes, mind maps, written reports etc. you will be expected to explore a number of options, the benefits and reasons for your final choices. You will need to present your findings in a observant and comprehensive manner.(Unit -1- P1 M1 D1)   Evidence check list Evidence – blog Rehearsal schedule
Task Number	2
Task Title	Rehearsal Process
Task Instructions	you will now be required to put your rehearsal schedule into practice, In order to prepare for your performance. You will be required to attend group and individual practice sessions contributing excellently showing an understanding of the piece as well as how your ideas or solutions to problems will shape the work. (unit -1-P2,M2,D2)   You will be required to show a highly developed level of self management throughout the rehearsal and performance process, showing determination and active participation in classes and workshops. (Unit 38- P1, M1, D1) you will also be required to respond effectively and positively to corrections, using theses to develop your physical, performance and interpretive skills, you will be required to blog your reactions and  plans for improvements following these corrections. (Unit 38- P2, M2, D2)     Evidence checklist blogs Video evidence of contribution Character profile and research Response to feed back and corrections. Class register

 

 

Task Number	3
Task Title	Final Performance
Task Instructions	you will be required to actively take part in the performance of your prepared work. Engaging thoroughly with your audience. Demonstrating a confident application of physical and interpretative skills in your performance, remaining focused  and committed throughout. (unit 38- P3, M3, D3) showing a clear sense of stylistic qualities in a confident interpretative way with artistic flair. (Unit 38- P4, M4, D4)   You will be expected to show clear, confident communication with your audience and excellent performance skills ( Unit 1-P3,M3,D3)   Evidence video evidence of performance

 

Task Number	4
Task Title	Performance review and evaluation
Task Instructions	You will be required to complete aself evaluations at 2 intervals, identifying strengths and weaknesses and setting well thought out SMART targets, these evaluations should help to shape your final performance. ( Unit 38- P5, M5, D5) Following your final performance you will be required to write an evaluation blog, thoroughly evaluating your performance identifying what went well, What could be improved and how the work could be developed for further vocational context. (Unit 1-P4, M4, D4,)   Specific Measurable Achievable Realistic Timely   Evidence checklist blog Self evaluations and Smart Targets

 

Assignment grading criteria grid

Unit 1- Assessment and grading criteria
To achieve a pass grade you must show the learner is able to:	To achieve a merit grade the evidence must show that, in  addition to the pass criteria, the learner is able to:	To achieve a distinction grade the evidence must show that, in  addition to the pass and merit criteria, the learner is able to:
P1- Show a response to source material though research and practical workshops, recognizing obvious possibilities as performance material	M1 Show a considered response to source material, exploring its more creative possibilities as performance material with insight and attention to detail.	D1- Show a range of detailed responses to source material, in which the possibilities as performance material are explored in a perceptive and comprehensive manner.
P2- Develop and shape workable ideas.	M2- Develop and shape the most workable ideas.	D2- Develop and shape the most creative ideas.
P3- Perform with a level of skill appropriate to the chosen medium showing engagement with the material and communicating ideas to an audience.	M3- Perform with a level of skill that shows a degree of control in the handling of the chosen medium, degree of engagement with the material, communicating ideas to an audience in a focused manner.	D3- Perform with a sense of flair, confidence and assured control of the chosen medium, showing consistent focus and engagement with the material and clear and responsive communication to an audience,
P4- Evaluate the potential of the work in artistic, professional and vocational terms with recognition of the strengths and weaknesses of the work.	M4- Evaluate the potential of the work in artistic, professional  and vocational terms, with considered judgments about what worked well and /or less well	D4- Evaluate the potential of the work in artistic, professional and vocational terms with strengths and weaknesses clearly identified and judgments fully justified and toughly expressed.

 

Unit 38- Assessment and grading criteria
To achieve a pass grade you must show the learner is able to:	To achieve a merit grade the evidence must show that, in  addition to the pass criteria, the learner is able to:	To achieve a distinction grade the evidence must show that, in  addition to the pass and merit criteria, the learner is able to:
P1- Demonstrate commitment to the development of performance skills through active participation in workshops and rehearsals.	M1- Demonstrate a disciplined approach to the development of performance skills through focused participation in workshops and rehearsals.	D1- demonstrate self management in the development of performance skills through thorough preparation and determined participation in workshops and rehearsals.
P2- Respond positively to direction and corrections.	M2- Respond positively to direction and corrections and successfully improve aspects of performance technique.	D3- Respond positively to direction and corrections to improve performance and achieve high levels of technical proficiency.
P3- Demonstrate the application of physical and interpretative skills in performance, communicating the dance idea.	M3- Demonstrate application of a range of physical and interpretative skills in performance, successfully communicating the dance idea and remaining focused and engaged in the dance	D3- Demonstrate application of physical and interpretative skills in performance, confidently and clearly communicating the dance idea and remaining focused and engaged throughout
P4- Demonstrate an awareness of stylistic qualities in dance performance	M4- Show a clear sense of appropriate stylistic qualities in dance performance.	D4- Show an  excellent sense of stylistic qualities in dance performance, with confidence and artistic flair.
P5-Review own technical performance setting targets with guidance.	M5-Review own technical performance, setting appropriate and achievable targets with guidance.	D5- Thoroughly review own technical performance setting focused and challenging targets.