Applied Theatre broadly describes the use of creative and performance-based practices in social, educational and/or political contexts. This course will introduce and critique some of the key histories, theories and contemporary practices in this complex and expanding field.

10 sessions of 3 hours duration as scheduled in MyCampus.

EDUC4088 Applied Theatre and Social Arts

None.

Essay (3,500 words) - 50%

Seminar presentation of 10 minutes - 15%

Group presentation of 20 minutes - 35% group mark

This course will provide the opportunity to:

■ Introduce students to histories, theories and methodologies of applied theatre and social arts;

■ Familiarise students with a range of practical approaches to applied theatre and social arts;

■ Encourage critical exploration of concepts and practices of applied theatre and social arts and discourses around their role in society;

■ Develop interdisciplinary analytic and research skills for students to examine applied theatre and social arts practices in contemporary societies.

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ Critically analyse key issues of applied theatre and social arts and apply theories and models of practice;

■ Analyse how applied theatre and social arts approaches relate to and inform wider political and social debates;

■ Present ideas critically, clearly and coherently in an academic essay, developing well-structured arguments, and observing the disciplines of referencing, footnoting and bibliography;

■ Develop an ability to produce a presentation on a chosen subject within the parameters of the course that stimulates group discussion and facilitates and encourages further study.