Credit Points: 30
Study Time: 300 Hours

This and the subsequent unit of study enable you to put into practice theories and techniques of Costume with Performance Design. You will explore a given dramatic text, analyse the script, explore the communication of character and consider theatre spaces. You will investigate a dramatic production that challenges contemporary, historical and cultural forms, through the integration of theory and research with practical studies. This will develop your creative design work and aesthetic understanding, and inform your study of performance space, and costume.

Outline Syllabus

• Text and character analysis 
• Design development 
• The integration of theory and research with practical studies 
• Develop skills through exploring the use of colour, texture, line and aesthetics

Method of Delivery
Project work, lectures, screenings, workshops, tutorials, student presentation and group critiques and self directed study.

Aims

A1 To develop a knowledge and understanding of the dramatic and creative contexts for Costume with Performance Design.
A2 To increase skills in research and analysis in the context of costume and set for performance.
A3 To develop knowledge and skills through exploring the use of colour, media and aesthetics in the portrayal of character and set within a dramatic context.
A4 To expand knowledge of fabric properties and their appropriate use in costume design and introduce basic processes in fabric dyeing

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this unit you will be able to:

LO1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the dramatic and creative contexts for Costume with Performance Design.
LO2 Demonstrate skills in research and analysis in the context of costume and set for performance.
LO3 Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of colour, media and aesthetics in the portrayal of character and context.
LO4 Demonstrate knowledge of the properties of fabric and their appropriate use in costume design and basic dye room techniques

Reference Material
Titles from the generic booklist will be recommended by your unit leader.