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Applied Learning (Senior Secondary Level) 2020-22 Cohort
Item Description
1. Subject Title The Essentials of Theatre Arts
2. Course Provider The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts
3. Area of Studies/
Course Cluster
Creative Studies/Performing Arts
4. Medium of Instruction
Chinese
5. Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the subject, students should be able to:
(1) construct critical responses, appreciation and creative thinking skills through learning-by-practicing during theatre productions, and understand the requirements of the industry;
(2) integrate creative, imaginative and reflective skills to apply to performance and creation;
(3) apply interpersonal skills and team building skills through rehearsal, group projects, collaborative tasks and showing;
(4) develop self-confidence and self-esteem through effective self-expression in drama and theatre activities;
(5) appraise the work ethics and demonstrate positive values and attitudes related to theatre arts industry; and
(6) develop self-understanding for further studies and career
development in the related field.
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6. Curriculum Map – Organisation and Structure
Fundamentals of Dramatic Arts
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Acting I (theatre games and improvisation exercises)
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Stage Movement
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Playwriting
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Acting II (scene works and analysis of script excerpts)
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Voice
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Stage Make-up
Devising and Performance
• Theatre Games and Practice
• Concept Development
• Playwriting
• Rehearsals, Technical Rehearsal and Dress Rehearsal
• Performance
Upon completion of Contextual Studies and Major Studies (Fundamentals of Dramatic Arts), students acquire the skills of drama performance, playwriting and practice, and apply them to characterisation, creation and rehearsals in the process of theatre production for a drama performance.
Production Practice and Presentation (30 hours)
• Concept Development
• Technical and Design Application
• Theatrical Presentation
Upon completion of Contextual Studies and Major Studies (Fundamentals of Theatre Production), students acquire the knowledge and skills of theatre production and practice, and apply them on theatrical presentations with a suggested topic.
Rehearsals and Performance (33 hours)
• Rehearsals, Technical Rehearsal and Dress Rehearsal
• Performance
Work collaboratively with students taking dramatic arts for the support of backstage in the rehearsal, technical rehearsal and drama performance.
Fundamentals of Theatre Production
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Health and Safety
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Stage Management
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Stage Technology
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Set and Costume Design
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Lighting Design and Technology
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Sound Design and Technology
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Property Making
• Drama Genres - Forms and Styles
- Contextual Development - Local Drama Scene
• Play Reading and Analysis
• Drama Criticism
• Session on Reflection for Practice and Development
• Attending Drama Performances
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(III) Production of Theatre Arts (Intensive Drama Day Camp) (63 hours)
*Elective: D RAMATIC A RTS
*Elective: T HEATRE P RODUCTION
(I) Contextual Studies (30 hours)
(II) Major Studies (87 hours)
*Choose one of the electives
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7. The Context
The information on possible study and career pathways is provided to enhance students’ understanding of the wider context of the specific Applied Learning course. Students who have successfully completed Applied Learning courses have to meet other entry requirements as specified by the institutions.
The recognition of Applied Learning courses for admission to further studies and career opportunities is at the discretion of relevant institutions. The Education Bureau and the course providers of Applied Learning are exploring and seeking recognition related to further education and career development opportunities for students successfully completing the Applied Learning courses.
Possible further study and career pathways Further studies
e.g. courses in performing arts, drama, theatre and entertainment arts, media arts and design Career development
e.g. general practitioners (e.g. playwright/director/actor/backstage production team/arts administrator/arts educator/critic) or leaders (e.g. artistic director/principal actor/recognised artist/production manager/managerial arts administrator/lecturer or scholar of the field)
Relations with core subjects and other elective subjects Enhancing and enriching, e.g.
enhancing writing, reading, listening and speaking skills in Chinese Language and developing the aesthetic judgment and sentiment of Chinese Literature by applying the concepts of script creation and play analysis as well as participating in the making and performing of theatre arts
enhancing the breadth and depth of studies of Visual Arts by applying design concepts of set, costume and lighting such as forms, shapes, patterns and colour through practical activities
Cross-fertilisation, e.g.
applying the common concepts of this subject, Liberal Studies and History as the humanity interpretation in world drama is related to history, society and culture, students will be able to consolidate and reinforce the learning of all these subjects
Expanding horizons, e.g.
students specialising in Science or Humanities may broaden their views and enhance their all-round development through enrolling in the subject in order to meet the changes and challenges in our society and around the world with rapid economic, scientific and technological developments Consolidating and synergising students’
studies, e.g.
students may undertake an in-depth study project into drama/theatre/literature to synergise the knowledge and skills acquired and developed in their prior learning
Cluster of professions/trades/industries related to the course Creative Industry (Theatre/TV/Film)
e.g. Creative professions including playwrights, directors, actors and instructors
e.g. Technical arts professions including stage management staff, set/lighting/sound designers Administrative Professions
e.g. Arts administrative professions of the future are required of at least basic knowledge of performing arts Teaching Profession
e.g. teachers, drama educators
Relations with other areas of studies/
courses of Applied Learning Creative Studies
the study of dance fundamentals and dance production in Taking a Chance on Dance can contribute and be transferred to the performing requirements in theatre arts
the study in Fashion Image Design can contribute and be transferred to the performing requirement in theatre production as well as dramatic arts.
There are similarities between costume design and fashion image design in the application and concept of colour, texture, pattern, and material. The knowledge and skills of theatre production can be applied in the fashion image design show. Students can transfer the performing skills into modeling skills for presentation in the fashion image design show
Media and Communication
The study in Film and Transmedia can contribute and be transferred to the performing requirements in theatre arts.
There are similarities between on stage performance and production of the film and transmedia shooting. Students studying dramatic arts can take up the acting roles in the production. The learning of set and costume design, sound and lighting design from theatre production could be applied in the creation and production process Future global and local outlook
the various factors in the macro and micro environment help sustain Hong Kong’s development in performing arts, e.g.
- the completion of the West Kowloon Cultural District and the East Kowloon Cultural Centre will become the landmarks of arts development.
Major facilities related to performing arts include the Xiqu Centre, Freespace, the Lyric Theatre Complex, and the Art Park. This development needs vast amount of local performing arts creative professions, technical arts support and arts administrative people - the demand for performing artists, technical arts support and arts administrative people from the prospering entertainment industry (e.g.
theme parks, integrated resorts), the international performing groups, and the cultural development in Guangdong – Hong Kong – Macao Bay Area, and the Mainland
- the growing recognition of the value of arts education in Hong Kong creates a stable growing need of arts educators (including schools and community)
- the cultural literacy of next generation is cultivated through school tour, community engagement project, and inter-school events
- the development of local small to medium scale theatre companies subsidised by Hong Kong Arts Development Council and the local independent film and video industries needs talents to work in related projects
- the existing free and paid television channels provide more opportunity for performing and technical support in different media
- the Belt and Road Initiative could be an opportunity for the performing arts and creative industries to enhance cultural exchange and collaboration among of the countries in the areas
the opportunities of promoting local creative and cultural industries globally contributes to the unique cultural image of Hong Kong as Asia’s world city and an international cultural metropolis
global and local social and cultural development influences the content and style of performance, and economic and technological advances alter the media of creative communication in performing arts
Beginners’ skill set to facilitate entry to further studies and/or work
develop an understanding of the work ethics related to the theatre arts and demonstrate self-confidence through effective self-expression in drama activities
acquire knowledge of artistic practice in a variety of performing arts domains and demonstrate the ability of drama appreciation from the perspective of literature and humanity
understand the drama production process and demonstrate the ability to convey messages for the intended audience using creativity and imagination
demonstrate basic skills for dramatic arts, including speech-making skills, script analysis skills, organisation and communication skills
explore the aptitudes and abilities required in performing arts, and develop a personal roadmap for further studies and career development
Foundation knowledge developed in junior secondary education and Secondary 4 The subject is built upon the foundation knowledge students acquired in, e.g.
Chinese Language Education and English Language Education – reading, writing, listening, speaking, literature, communication skills
Arts Education – creativity & imagination, skills & processes, critical responses, understanding arts in context, aesthetic appreciation
Technology Education – visual communication, applied technology
Personal, Social and Humanities Education – moral and social values
Physical Education – human body, movement analysis
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