Mary Redmond - Unit 41 Movement for the Actor

MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS (QCF) 2015 – 2016

Qualification

Unit Number And Title

Pearson BTEC HNC In Performing Arts

Unit 41: Movement For The Actor

Actor Name Mary Redmond Date Issued 14/09/2015

Assessor Name Carleigh-Ann Portelli Completion Date Submitted On 23/10/2015 20/10/2015

Assignment Title

Ways Of Seeing

LO LO1

LO2

LO3

LO4

Learning Outcomes (LO) Understand the relationship between anatomy and how an actor moves.

AC

Assessment Criteria For A Pass

1.1

Explain human anatomy and its specific significance for the actor.

1.2

Compare and contrast different movement methodologies.

Understand own strengths and weaknesses in movement skills. Be able to devise a personal programme to develop and extend movement skills

2.1

Assess own physical capability identifying strengths and weaknesses. Evaluate own improvement and adapt training programme as relevant. Devise and implement a personal movement training Programme.

3

PEP

3

PEP

4

PEP

4

Observation, Video, Logbook

Be able to apply movement Techniques and skills to practical work.

4.1

Carry out regular practice including warm-up/cool-down and relaxation routines. Select and demonstrate movement technique and skills both in isolation and in group contexts. Design and use appropriate recording to monitor movement in classes, performances and personal programmes.

1, 2

Video, Observation

2.2 3.1

3.2

4.2

Task 3 1, 3

3

Evidence PEP Video, Scrapbook

PEP

Actor Declaration I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own and research sources are fully acknowledged. Actor’s Signature: MR Date: 20/10/2015 1|P a g e

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MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS (QCF) 2015 – 2016

In Addition To The Above PASS Criteria, This Assignment Gives You The Opportunity To Submit Evidence In Order To Achieve The Following MERIT and DISTINCTION Grades Grade Descriptor

Indicative Characteristic/s

Contextualisation

M1 Identify and apply strategies to find appropriate solutions.

An effective approach to study and research has been applied.

Thorough planning and preparation has taken place and the research conducted has been reflected within the work.

M2 Select/design and apply appropriate methods and techniques.

The design of techniques has been justified.

Detailed and accurate warm-up/cool-down structures have been fully planned, explained and justified.

M3 Present and communicate appropriate findings.

The appropriate structure and approach has been used.

Appropriate structures have been executed with full consideration being paid to the safety and sustainability of the chosen exercises.

D1 Use critical reflection to evaluate own work and justify valid conclusions.

Realistic improvements have been proposed against defined characteristics for success.

Developments and changes to the PTP have been regularly made and all improvements have been fully justified.

D2 Take responsibility for managing and organising activities.

Autonomy has been demonstrated.

Full responsibility has been taken for the successful progression, delivery and completion of warmups/cool-downs and relaxation routines.

D3 Demonstrate convergent/lateral/creative thinking.

Self-evaluation has taken place.

Detailed and accurate self-reflection, analysis and evaluation has taken place. 2|P a g e

MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS 2015 – 2016 BRIEF IV’D: Lucy Flack (07/09/2015)

MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS (QCF) 2015 – 2016

Assignment Brief Unit Number And Title Qualification Start Date Performance Date Logbook/Scrapbook Deadline Tutorial Dates Assessor

Unit 41: Movement For The Actor Pearson BTEC HNC In Performing Arts 14th September 2015 13th October 2015 20th October 2015 22nd – 23rd October 2015 Carleigh-Ann Portelli

Assignment Title

Ways Of Seeing

Purpose Of This Assignment The aim of this project is to enable actors to use the body safely and expressively in performance by developing an understanding of the part movement, physical fitness and knowledge can play. Scenario Upswing Aerial Arts are looking for physical performers to take part in their next project. The following job description has been posted onto Spotlight. “Physical artist with an excellent knowledge of the human anatomy wanted to train young performers in movement techniques and methodologies for up and coming project, Drift. 1. Applicants must demonstrate an understanding of a variety of movement techniques. 2. Applicants must be able to demonstrate how movement skills can be exploited within story telling. 3. Applicants must provide a completed PEP Booklet as evidence of their understanding and analysis. 4. Applicants must devise and perform a selection of movement material in group and solo contexts. 5. Applicants must provide evidence that they can lead performers in movement workshops. The application deadline is Friday 16th October.” The Miskin Theatre have agreed to allow you to use their rehearsal studios and performance spaces in order to prepare for the audition provided that you perform some of your material to their training actors on Wednesday 14th October.

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MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS 2015 – 2016 BRIEF IV’D: Lucy Flack (07/09/2015)

MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS (QCF) 2015 – 2016

TASK 1: (LO1: 1.2) (LO4: 4.1) (M1) You are required to understand the relationship between anatomy and how an actor moves. You must also be able to apply movement techniques and skills to practical work. You will be assessed on the evidence you provide for the following tasks.  

Prepare and perform two contrasting movement solos using different movement techniques/styles. (4.1) Discuss, compare and contrast the different movement methodologies that have been presented. (1.2)

To achieve M1, thorough planning and preparation will have taken place and the research conducted will have been reflected within the work. TASK 2: (LO4: 4.1) You must also be able to apply movement techniques and skills to practical work. You will be assessed on the evidence you provide for the following tasks. 

In small groups, devise performance material by selecting and demonstrating movement techniques. (4.1)

Task 3: (LO1: 1.1, 1.2) (LO2: 2.1, 2.2) (LO4: 4.2) (D3) You are required to understand the relationship between anatomy and how an actor moves, understand own strengths and weaknesses in movement skills and be able to apply movement techniques and skills to practical work. You will be assessed on the evidence you provide for the following tasks. 

Accurately complete a Personal Exercise Programme (PEP) Booklet; identifying and explaining the human anatomy and its significance to actors, comparing and contrasting different movement methodologies, assessing your own physical capabilities, identifying your strengths and weaknesses and monitoring and evaluating your own improvements and use of movement skills both in rehearsals and performance. (1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 4.2)

To achieve D3, detailed and accurate self-reflection, analysis and evaluation will have taken place. Task 4: (LO3: 3.1, 3.2) (M2) (M3) (D1) (D2) You are required be able to devise a personal programme to develop and extend movement skills and apply movement techniques and skills. You will be assessed on the evidence you provide for the following tasks. 4|P a g e

MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS 2015 – 2016 BRIEF IV’D: Lucy Flack (07/09/2015)

MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS (QCF) 2015 – 2016

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Lead weekly warm-ups/cool-downs and relaxation routines. (3.2) Devise and implement a personal training programme that is relevant to the nature of the rehearsals. (3.1) Keep a weekly log of your personal training programme evaluating own improvements and identifying a relevant action plan to improve on weaknesses. (3.1)

To achieve M2, detailed and accurate warm-up/cool-down structures will have been fully planned, explained and justified. To achieve M3, appropriate structures will have been executed with full consideration being paid to the safety and sustainability of the chosen exercises. To achieve D1, developments and changes to the PTP will have been regularly made and all improvements will have been fully justified. To achieve D2, full responsibility will have been taken for the successful progression, delivery and completion of warm-ups/cool-downs and relaxation routines.

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MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS 2015 – 2016 BRIEF IV’D: Lucy Flack (07/09/2015)

MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS (QCF) 2015 – 2016

The Outcome And Result Of Performance In Practical Task 1 Task 2 Task 3 Task 4

Summary Of Evidence Required By Actor

Evidence Presented

Director Observation. Video Footage. Scrapbook. Director Observation. Video Footage. Personal Exercise Programme.

Director Observation. Video Footage. Scrapbook. Director Observation. Video Footage. Personal Exercise Programme.

Director Observation. Video Footage. Actors Logbook. Personal Exercise Programme.

Director Observation. Video Footage. Actors Logbook. Personal Exercise Programme.

Sources Of Information The Human Form: structure; the spine; musculature; joints; cardio-vascular system; respiratory and nervous systems; tendons and ligaments; biomechanics Movement Methodologies: Laban; Alexander; Feldenkrais; Pilates Strengths And Weaknesses: use of spine; posture; control; flexibility; balance; fluency; travelling; dynamics; transformation of own natural movement qualities; improved strength stamina Analysis: reflection and evaluation: observation; reporting; critiques Exercise Programme: relaxation; respiration; warm-ups and cool-downs; observation and imitation; vocabulary of movement eg based upon Laban motion factors; states of tension; fitness; strength; stamina and flexibility exercises; use of movement log to record programme and reveal understanding Physical Skills: co-ordination; alignment; balance; control; focus; fluency; strength and stamina; dynamics; using rhythm and space; Laban motion factors eg weight, space, time, flow Physical Technique: tumbling; period movement; mime; stage fighting; fencing; animal movement; movement changes through age; moving with speech/music; creating motif/tableau; physicalising text; working with others eg trust, balance, support, lifts and catches Monitoring: logs; DVD recordings of workshops and classes Analysis: reflection and evaluation: of self and others eg observation, reporting, critiques

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MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS 2015 – 2016 BRIEF IV’D: Lucy Flack (07/09/2015)

MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS (QCF) 2015 – 2016

Achievement Summary Qualification

Pearson BTEC HNC In Performing Arts

Unit Number And Title

Unit 41: Movement For The Actor

Criteria Reference LO1 1.1 1.2 LO2 2.1 2.2 LO3 3.1 3.2 LO4 4.1 4.2

Assessor Name Actor Name

Carleigh-Ann Portelli Mary Redmond

To Achieve The Criteria The Evidence Must Show That The Actor Is Able To:

Achieved? (Tick)

Explain human anatomy and its specific significance for the actor. Compare and contrast different movement methodologies.

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Assess own physical capability identifying strengths and weaknesses. Evaluate own improvement and adapt training programme as relevant.

 

Devise and implement a personal movement training Programme. Carry out regular practice including warm-up/cool-down and relaxation routines.

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Select and demonstrate movement technique and skills both in isolation and in group contexts. Design and use appropriate recording to monitor movement in classes, performances and personal programmes.

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Higher Grade Achievements (Where Applicable) Grade Descriptor (Merit)

Achieved? (Tick)

Grade Descriptor (Distinction)

Achieved? (Tick)

M1: Identify and apply strategies to find appropriate solutions.

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D1: Use critical reflection to evaluate own work and justify valid conclusions.

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M2: Select/design and apply appropriate methods and techniques.

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D2: Take responsibility for managing and organising activities.

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M3: Present and communicate appropriate findings.

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D3: Demonstrate convergent/lateral/creative thinking.

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MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS 2015 – 2016 BRIEF IV’D: Lucy Flack (07/09/2015)

MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS (QCF) 2015 – 2016

Assignment Feedback Formative Feedback & Observations (Assessor To Actor) Weekly Log Of PTP:  At present your weekly PTP log is very inconsistent in its content. Some areas of your log clearly highlight your physical limitations, capabilities and understanding of how to make much needed improvements to your exercise plan and personal lifestyle. Other areas of your work are focussing too heavily on how you felt about each exercise rather than how it impacted you physically and what you were able to achieve.  You must ensure that your log is a detailed account of how your body is physically changing over the process. What are you able to do now that you have completed another week of your PTP? Scrapbook:  Your scrapbook should serve as a visceral expression of your journey as an artist throughout your training. It should not simply become an evidence book of each process. When adding something to your scrapbook you should always consider the following: - If you were look back at it in ten years’ time would you remember how you felt at the time and what you learnt? - Would you still be inspired or moved by the content? - Does the scrapbook reflect your journey and you personally? - Are you proud of it? Rehearsals & Workshops:  Very strong exploration of physicality.  Good strength throughout the body.  Curious exploration of impulse work.  Must work hard to ensure that you are consistent with making your explorations impulsive. At times you tend to restrict your movement by trying to pre-plan.  Very confident approach to working on solo material.  Very dynamic physicality and use of space.  Extremely expressive through the core and extremities.  Good visual observation of your work.  Very strong presence on the rehearsal floor.  Must work towards sharing your artistic ideas more.  Can be distracted by other company members that are unfocussed.  Excellent commitment to physical workshops.  Must unsure that you are always balancing enthusiasm with safety.  Can sometimes compromise wellbeing for the sake of the work and this then leads to injury.  Very determined attitude towards work.  Good sense of musicality within the movement.  Look to find more dynamic rhythms within your own physicality. 8|P a g e

MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS 2015 – 2016 BRIEF IV’D: Lucy Flack (07/09/2015)

MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS (QCF) 2015 – 2016

Action Plan  In order to improve the flexibility of my turn out I will stretch in box splits against the wall, four times a week. I will also do 90 degree hand stands against the wall four times a week to improve flexibility in my spine and strengthen my shoulders. Summative Feedback Mary, you have made tremendous progression over the course of the Ways Of Seeing process. You are a highly physical performer with a dynamic ability to express yourself through movement and gesture. Your ability to impulsively explore your body, the space around you and the physicality of others has only strengthened throughout your training and your hunger for the work ensured that your discoveries were detailed, thorough and highly developed. Your strong and agile physicality is your greatest attribute and you are consequently growing as a versatile performer. You must ensure that you take a great deal more care over your body and learn to manipulate your sense of poise and control. You are an excellent risk taker and approach new physical challenges fearlessly. You must not lose this quality. You must however remember that you only have one body and though you are discovering the limits of your physicality you cannot be an actor without your tools. Look after yourself, your determination doesn’t make you indestructible. Your critical and honest attitude towards your own work was key to your successful development throughout the process. Keep developing your physicality throughout your training. The style is well suited to you and is a viable option for you to develop further in your career. Great work! Feedback (Actor To Assessor)              

Can feel a definite progression as a physical performer. Possess a strong physicality, powerful presence. Struggled with flexibility in the legs. Need to work on improving the flexibility more regularly. Inconsistent with balance on one side of the body. The process brought me into a new light. Prefer the smaller company. Focus could be inconsistent. Felt that warm ups were only undertaken when told. Need to become more independent and not rely on a director’s supervision. Felt that there was a lot of deviating off task. Felt extremely happy throughout the process. Could have afforded to observe the room more. Find that Carly and Sarah tend to make me unfocussed.

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MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS 2015 – 2016 BRIEF IV’D: Lucy Flack (07/09/2015)

MISKIN THEATRE BTEC LEVEL 4 HNC IN PERFORMING ARTS (QCF) 2015 – 2016

Tasks Throughout the year you will be doing a CPD. This will be an ‘interactive’ CPD, meaning that you will fill in the table on your computer and then email each new updated version to me by your Sign-Off Deadline. By the end of the year you will have a complete CPD (the amalgamation of eight months’ worth of work). Make sure that you save the document after editing and back-up the file. I will not be saving a copy on my computer. Be aware that if you lose your work you will need to re-do the entire document by your next deadline. (For example, if you forget to back up your work and then lose it on month seven you will need to do seven months’ worth of work in one go.) BACK UP YOUR WORK! Your task is to firstly read the opening page of your CPD, it explains what you need to do and what a CPD is. You will then need to fill in the Initial Self-Assessment page and email the entire document back to me by Monday 2nd November, 10am. Assessor Signature

C-AP

Date

22/10/2015

Actor Signature

MR

Date

22/10/2015

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