KRB221 Scenography 4: Intermedial Theatre
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| Unit code: | KRB221 |
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| Prerequisite(s): | KRB121 and KRB220 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| Domestic tuition unit fee | $4,356 |
| International unit fee | $4,668 |
Unit Outline: Semester 2 2025, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | KRB221 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | KRB121 and KRB220 |
| Coordinator: | Anthony Brumpton | a.brumpton@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This unit introduces scenographic techniques and approaches for intermedial theatre such as conceptualisation through to realisation, while offering an appreciation of the overall production process. It explores the practical realisation of the principles of intermedial theatre - the use of space and technology; the design and composition of visual and aural environments; the demands and effect of the digitally mediated upon the narrative, production, performers and audience. The unit is structured to incorporate a degree of practical application and experience in solving the challenges faced by the designer working in theatre, including 'hands-on' experience of the processes and demands of realising an intermedial performance. As the final unit in the Scenography minor, this studio-based unit comprises predominantly ongoing practical work that you complete under the close guidance and instruction of QUT academic staff.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the processes and techniques of incorporating time based media (i.e. recorded audio and film) into live performance.
- Collaboratively develop a live performance using time based media and performance technologies.
- Compose and articulate conceptual ideas through oral, visual and written discourses.
- Demonstrate complex problem solving in creation of an intermedial performance event.
Content
This unit addresses content such as:
- the analysis of text based works and text based theatrical concepts
- intermedial strategies for traditional production
- the creation of preliminary drafts of audio and screen based designs for set texts
- the development of basic installation plans
- the creation of soundscapes for theatre
- the creation of moving image designs for theatre (both time based and interactive)
- intermediate presentation techniques that demonstrate clarity and a professional approach.
This unit delivers sufficient knowledge and practical skills at an intermediate level for students to be able to conclude their development through the Scenography Minor and contribute to Creative Industries productions and individual projects.
Learning Approaches
Workshops that maximise exposure to developments in intermedial practice.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will be provided with ongoing and continual assessment and feedback during the course of this unit. Formative assessment will take the form of progressive feedback on the appropriateness and quality of individual contribution to practical exercises, discussion, and participation in class work throughout the semester. The assessment schema provides further detailed and specific criteria for summative assessment items.
Assessment
Overview
To access the Faculty Assessment Information see the Canvas site for this unit.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Project
Students will collaborate on the design and presentation of an intermedial theatre production.
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Assessment: Portfolio
Students will prepare a design portfolio which documents and analyses the process of creating an intermedial theatre performance.
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Requirements to Study
Requirements
All students and staff who access campus buildings and facilities are required to complete the Tier 1 General Health and Safety Induction. This must be completed online.
This unit also requires a Tier 2 Health and Safety Induction which is provided by the technician on site in the theatre, workshop or studio. Not all students are required to complete the Tier 2 induction.
This unit also requires a Tier 3 Health and Safety Induction which is a hands on induction on specific machinery. Not all students are required to complete the Tier 3 induction.
Resources
Resource Materials
Recommended text(s)
Baugh, C. (2005), Theatre, Performance and Technology, Palgrave Macmillan UK.
Chapple, F & Kattenbelt, C. (2007) Intermediality in Theatre and Performance , 3rd ed. New York, NY: Rodopi.
Giesekem, G. (2007) Staging the Screen, Palgrave Macmillan, UK.
Howard, P (2009) What is Scenography?, Routledge, UK.
Leonard, J (2001) Theatre Sound, Routledge, UK.
McKinney, J. (2009), The Cambridge Introduction to Scenography, Cambridge University Press UK.
Russell-Brown, J. (2001), The Oxford Illustrated History of Theatre, Oxford University Press, UK (New Edition).
Risk Assessment Statement
For risks associated with using campus buildings or facilities, refer to the Tier 1 General Health and Safety Induction.
Risks may be associated with:
- laboratory work in a digital context
- work in a theatrical context
- field trips or industrial visits.
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.KK34 Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Cite and discuss a broad and coherent knowledge of historical and contemporary cultural contexts for creative practice, including the contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges.
Relates to: ULO1 - Identify and demonstrate knowledge of the techniques and concepts underpinning your field of creative practice.
Relates to: ULO1 - Demonstrate complex problem solving through iterative experimentation and the creative and critical development of ideas and outcomes.
Relates to: ULO2 - Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one area of your field of creative practice.
Relates to: ULO1 - Communicate independent learning clearly and coherently in diverse modes relevant to your field of creative practice.
Relates to: ULO3 - Represent and promote your work in ways relevant to your creative field.
Relates to: ULO3 - Discern, critically analyse and synthesise knowledge in complex creative practice settings.
Relates to: ULO4 - Work productively as a leader and collaborator in disciplinary and interdisciplinary creative practice.
Relates to: ULO2 - Formulate and apply an independent perspective through reflection and by acting on the informed critique of others.
Relates to: ULO2 - Demonstrate respect for cultural and social differences, and work with integrity across creative practice networks.
Relates to: ULO2 - Operate with initiative, ethical judgement and professionalism in creative practice, both alone and in groups.
Relates to: ULO2