Theatre and Dance

Sub-disciplines

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A theatre is a concurring form of performing art that combines acting or live to perform to present and brings to life a real experience on stage in front of an audience. Dance is another form of performing art that involves a progression of movement that is used to portray and express emotions, feelings, and strong messages as well.

The sub-discipline of Theatre and Dance will cover the topics of the history of dance, musical theatre performance, poetics of performance, Greek drama, gender in dance and theatre, scene design, choreography, and many others. Students specializing in Theatre and Dance will be equipped with logical, specific, and creative skills and abilities to deliver outstanding stage performances and professional showcasing.

Study levels:

The various study levels that Theatre and Dance are offered include:

Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A)
Bachelor of Performing Arts (B.P.A)
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Performing Arts
Master of Arts (MA)
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A)
Master of Performing Arts (M.P.A)
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Performing Arts
Postgraduate Diploma in Performing Arts (PGDip)
Undergraduate Diploma in Performing Arts (UGDip)
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Theatre and Dance

Specialisations:

Theatre and Dance are also referred to as Performing Arts. These two major branches provide offer additional opportunities for specialisation.

These include:
Ballet
Circus Arts
Directing
Improvisation
Magic
Mime
Musical Theatre
Opera
Performance and Script Writing
Performance and Technology
Performing for screen
Prosthetic Make-up
Puppetry
Stage Combat
Ventriloquism

Learning outcomes:

Students planning to take up this sub-discipline as their specialised field can expect to learn the following few academic modules:

2D Design
Acting For The Camera
Acting Role Analysis
Ballet
Basic Drawing
Basic Painting
Colour Foundations
Computer Imaging
Contemporary Theatre
Dance Appreciation
Dance Composition/Choreography
Dance Production
Dances Of The African Diaspora
Fundamentals Of Acting
Hip Hop Dance And Culture
History And Philosophy Of Dance
History Of Graphic Design
Independent Study
Independent Study Project
Jazz Dance
Latin Dance
Lighting Design
Modern Dance
Period-Style
Play Directing
Principles Of Costume And Makeup
Principles Of Lighting & Sound
Repertory Dance Ensemble
Scene Design
Scene Study
Stagecraft
Technical Theatre
Theatre
Theatre For Social Change
Theatre History
Theatrical Movement
Twentieth-Century Art
Voice & Movement
World Art

Specialisations:

Ballet
Circus Arts
Directing
Improvisation
Magic
Mime
Musical Theatre

Opera
Performance and Script Writing
Performance and Technology
Performing for screen
Prosthetic Make-up
Puppetry
Stage Combat
Ventriloquism

Employability:

Graduates with a degree in Theatre and Dance are expected to be skilled in their communication, organizational, and analytical abilities. They must also be resilient and determined to excel in their fields. These skills will provide graduates with many opportunities to explore a variety of employment sectors.

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