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Stage Managing Musicals and Opera
This course will return as an element of SM102
Stage Management 101
Course
Stage Management 101
Level
Introductory
Recommended course duration
40 hours - approx 4hrs x 10 classes
Course Delivery Dates
Rolling start dates available
Course Created by
Antonia Collins
Course Co-ordinator
Andy Collins
Course Leader
Amy Wildgoose
Brief description of the course
This course is designed for students who have an interest in learning more about Stage Management, centred in the British system. With an option to expand for our American friends. You will learn about the different stage management roles with an emphasis on the roles of the ASM and DSM alongside basic terminology and health and safety practice
Intended Learning Outcomes
1 - To provide an overview of
the principles and practices of
stage management for theatre
and the related performing arts
2 - To look at the roles of
ASM, DSM and SM
from day one of
rehearsals to closing
3 - To gain a greater understanding
of the production process,
personnel involved and
terminology used
Structure
course and subject
1 - Introduction to the
2 - Being part of the team
3 - What do we do?
4 - The start of rehearsals
paperwork
5 - Propping
6 - Creating the
prompt copy /
7 - Rehearsals and
calling script
8 - Moving to stage
and opening
9 - Dress rehearsals
10 - Finishing up!
Teaching Methods
All learning will take place online. There will be a range of reflective activities, quizzes and course videos. Activities will mainly be asynchronous, with synchronous sessions with the tutor which are not a compulsory part of the course
Assessment and Feedback
There is no formal assessment on this course. Feedback will be provided by the tutor in the discussion activities
Evaluation
At the end of the course you will be asked to provide an evaluation of your experience in order to inform the development of the course
Reading List
Available online during the course
Requirements
You will require a computer with good access to the internet
Prerequisites
An interest in stage management - no prior knowledge needed
Language
English
Certification
Upon completing the course, you will receive an
E-certificate from the Bamboo Manager Project team
Stage Managing Musicals and Opera
Level
Intermediate
Recommended course duration
24 hours approximately
Course Delivery Dates
Rolling start dates available
Course Created by
Antonia Collins
Course Co-ordinator
Andy Collins
Course Leader
Amy Wildgoose
Brief description of the course
This course is intended for students who already hold prior knowledge about working in stage management who want to learn more about the specifics of working in musicals and opera with an emphasis on music following and cueing
Intended Learning Outcomes
1 - Throughout the course students
will study the specifics of
stage managing musicals and opera
differences between them
and the
2 - Students will be able to follow a
score and call cues
3 - Students will understand the
history and relevance
of musicals and opera
in the entertainment world
Structure
and course information
1 - Welcome introduction
2 - Using your ears and eyes
to follow western music -
the
basics of following a score
3 - Stage managing musicals -
rehearsals, terminology and
running the show
rehearsals, terminology and
4 - Stage managing opera -
running the show
5 - Cueing
6 - Optional cueing test
Teaching Methods
All learning will take place online through a virtual learning environment
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There will be a range of activities including the opportunity to practise cueing to music
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Two online tutorials are also included
Assessment and Feedback
There is no formal assessment on this course. Feedback will be provided by the tutor in the discussion activities
Evaluation
At the end of the course you will be asked to provide an evaluation of your experience in order to inform the development of the course
Reading List
Available online during the course
Requirements
You will require a computer with good access to the internet
Prerequisites
Some stage management knowledge
Language
English
Certification
Upon completing the course, you will receive an
E-certificate from the Bamboo Manager Project team
Introduction to the Production Process
Level
Introductory
Recommended course duration
approximately 12 hours
Course Delivery Dates
Rolling start dates available
Course Created by
Antonia Collins
Course Co-ordinator
Andy Collins
Course Leader
Amy Wildgoose
Brief description of the course
This course is designed for people who are interested in how to mount a production from conception of the project through to closing
Intended Learning Outcomes
1 - To give students an
understanding of the
production process
2 - To provide students with a
guide to mounting a production
3 - To give students an
and the staffing required
understanding of basic legal
requirements when
mounting a production
Structure
1 - A look at the timeline of
mounting a production
and the resources needed
2 - Staffing, scheduling,
and communication
3 - Keeping your show
legal, safe and on track
4 - Online Video session.
A *group discussion about the
challenges of mounting a show
*group size may vary from just 1 - 10
Teaching Methods
All learning will take place online
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One online tutorial is also included
Assessment and Feedback
There is no formal assessment on this course
Evaluation
At the end of the course you will be asked to provide an evaluation of your experience in order to inform the development of the course
Requirements
You will require a computer with good access to the internet
Prerequisites
None
Language
English
Certification
Upon completing the course, you will receive an
E-certificate from the Bamboo Manager Project team
Course
Level
Intermediate
Recommended course duration
approximately 12 hours
Course Delivery Dates
Rolling start dates available
Course Created by
Antonia Collins
Brief description of the course
This course is designed for people working as (or going to work as) managers in the Creative Industries. It looks at different management styles, encouraging students to develop their own style that will suit their particular skills. Topics covered include how to manage others, how to manage yourself, dealing with conflict and building a team
Intended Learning Outcomes
base,
strengths and challenges.
1 - Analyse own management skills
evaluating current
in the
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2 - Reflect collaboratively on
management theory and
different approaches to
Creative Industries
assess
managing
experiences to construct
3 - Analyse own and others
individual management skills
plan for future use
Structure
your management skills?
1 - Introductions What are
2 - Management Theory
and the Creative Industries
3 - The Management of You -
What do you want
people to say about you?
4 - Future planning
Teaching Methods
All learning will take place online. There will be a range of reflective activities which you are invited to contribute to in order to inform wider discussions on the challenges of being a manager in the Creative Industries. Activities will mainly be asynchronous, with synchronous sessions with the tutor which are not a compulsory part of the course
Assessment and Feedback
There is no formal assessment on this course. Feedback will be provided by the tutor in the discussion activities
Evaluation
At the end of the course you will be asked to provide an evaluation of your experience in order to inform the development of the course
Reading List
Recommended reading:
John C Maxwell - The 17 Essential Qualities of a Team Player
Additional readings will be supplied throughout the course
Requirements
You will require a computer with good access to the internet
Prerequisites
To be studying or working in a management role
Language
English
Certification
Upon completing the course, you will receive an
E-certificate from the Bamboo Manager Project team