Performance Based Assessment Acting

Overall rating:0.65 | Pass

Selection: Term 1

Participants: JOSHUA ALFRED REDMAN

School: Beyond The Box Date: 11-29-2015

0.65 | PassJudge: Director Julia

APPLIED CONTEMPORARY PERFORMANCE PRACTICE

Pass LO1 Understand the current developments in performance1.1 evaluate key developments in current performance practice 1.2 assess the social and cultural influences in current performance practice 1.3 define the factors and influences affecting the planning of realised work LO2 Understand styles and conventions within performance2.1 assess changes in approach to contemporary performance practice 2.2 compare and contrast a range of styles, conventions and methods 2.3 evaluate the effect that a performance environment has on its production LO3 Be able to apply constraints placed on artists when developing work for performance industries 3.1 demonstrate the impact of external factors on the preparation of work for performance

3.2 plan a work that illustrates and incorporates the application of current contemporary practice LO4 Be able to apply contemporary performance practice in a realised work 4.1 create and present realised work that demonstrates elements of contemporary performance practice 4.2 evaluate the effectiveness of applying contemporary performance practice into realised work.

Comment: Josh you are clearlythe driving force in your company showing commitment on andoff the floor, your logbook consists of analytical and creative thinking which I would like you to develop further in order to achieve the outcomes you are more than capable of achieving. It is a pleasure to work with you on the floor as you bring a positive and professional attitude to the work but need to work on the consistency of your focus. You have developed a long way and are becoming a witty and intelligent actor bringing research findings and ideas to the floor and the rehearsal process. It is clear you are learning and developing in your approaches to the work and it is an admiral quality to see the work you aredoing affecting your progressin a positive manner.

CREATIVE ARTS PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

Partial Pass Comment: Although is an on going unit and will continue to develop LO2 shows little evidence that you have worked on your personal online profile to keep it current and up to date.

Employability Skills

Partial Pass LO1 Be able to determine own responsibilities and performance 1.1 develop a set of own responsibilities and performance objectives 1.2 evaluate own effectiveness against defined objectives

1.3 make recommendations for improvement1.4 review how motivational techniques can be used to improve quality of performance

LO2 Be able to develop interpersonal and transferable skills

2.1 develop solutions to work-based problems2.2 communicate in a variety of styles and appropriate manner at various levels 2.3 identify effective time management strategies3.3 suggest alternative ways to complete tasks and achieve team goals LO4 Be able to develop strategies for problem solving4.1 evaluate tools and methods for developing solutions to problems 4.2 develop an appropriate strategy for resolving a particular problem 4.3 evaluate the potential impact on the business of implementing the strategy.

Comment: Your logbook does reflect your progression and learning in the rehearsal process, you show good foundation skills in employability however we would like you to develop this knowledge further broadening the possibilities of employment in this industry. Again strive for the higher grades as showing good basis of logbook and development on the floor Ibelieve those outcomes are achievable.

PHYSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE

Pass LO1 Be able to contribute effectively to physical workshops1.1 show effective use of physical theatre techniques1.2 show the development of technique through workshops and classes 1.3 proactively and creatively contribute to classes and workshops LO2 Be able to explore the potential of contact improvisation as a way to devise material

2.1 explore work with others in a spontaneous physical way 2.2 use a variety of stimuli as a starting point for improvisation LO3 Understand and place in context the work of contemporary practitioners 3.1 examine the role of physical performance in the context of theatre practice 3.2 analyse contemporary developments within the field of physical theatre LO4 Be able to apply appropriate skills to a physical performance project 4.1 contribute effectively to the devising and performance process 4.2 show contemporary practices and physical technique through performance.

Comment: Josh you are very generous when it comes to sharing your research both on the floor and on the blog site, you develop ideas for performance material expanding the production possibilities. I would like to see you continue your research and expand your knowledge on physical theatre as I feel this is an area I would liketo see your progress in as a performer.

WORK-BASED EXPERIENCE

Pass LO1 Be able to negotiate industry experience1.1 research and evaluate suitable organisations that could provide industry experience 1.2 negotiate with work and academic supervisors a proposal for the work experience LO2 Understand the specific requirements of the placement2.1 agree and prioritise the tasks and responsibilities involved in the work experience 2.2 produce a plan for the work experience2.3 analyse the benefits of the proposed activities to the business and the learnerLO3 Be able to undertake work experience as identified

3.1 fulfil specified requirements of placement conforming to all related codes of practice 3.2 produce systematic records of work undertaken3.3 revise the initial plan as required3.4 make suggestions for improvement and review these with appropriate supervisor LO4 Be able to monitor and evaluate own performance and learning 4.1 monitor progress against original proposal4.2 evaluate the quality of own performance4.3 analyse the learning which has taken placeduring the work experience using suitable reflections 4.4 make recommendations on how the experience could have been enhanced.

Comment: During ISM you should great admirable qualities inyour commitment to the process by understating the requirements demanded of you as an actor and being able to negotiatepositive outcomes in the faceof every changing and developing circumstances. We would like to see more extensive and in depth research into the company you worked alongside and other employment opportunities.

DEVELOPMENT OF ACTING SKILLS

Pass LO1 Be able to prepare as an actor1.1 physically and mentally prepare for acting1.2 demonstrate professional behaviour during rehearsals and preparatory work LO2 Be able to develop relevant acting skills2.1 use relevant movement, vocal and expressive skills to develop a role 2.2 use improvisation techniques effectively to explore and develop a role LO3 Be able to audit own acting skills3.1 reflect and evaluate own progress, identifying skills for acquisition 3.2 select and justify techniques for developing acting skills.

Comment: Josh, you have come along way in a short period oftime and it is evident that you have the commitment to yourcraft which is good to work with. Your insight and foresight appears on the floor, in your logbook and on the blog siteand I trust that your continuing ambition will lead to a high grade outcome before your year is out.