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Overview

The art of directing, through the study and practical application of different methodologies. Students will co-direct and direct two fully realised productions in Allen Hall Theatre.

In this full-year paper, you will develop your own "voice" as a theatre director. You will direct three varied pieces, including two Lunchtime Theatre projects, the latter of which will be a fully mounted production. Students intending to enrol for this paper must contact the programme co-ordinator by 30 November of the previous year. Late applications may be considered.

About this paper

Paper title Advanced Directing
Subject Theatre Studies
EFTS 0.5000
Points 60 points
Teaching period Full Year (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $4,181.00
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Prerequisite
72 300-level THEA points (including THEA 352)
Notes
(i) The prerequisite THEA 352 may be replaced by an approved equivalent. (ii) Admission to THEA 451 in any year is limited. Students intending to enrol for this paper should contact the programme co-ordinator.
Contact

spa@otago.ac.nz

Teaching staff

Paper Co-ordinator: Ryan Hartigan

Paper Structure

Classes include a mixture of lectures, seminars and practical workshops.

Textbooks

Please contact the School of Performing Arts office for a copy of the most recent paper profile.

Course outline

Please contact the School of Performing Arts office for a copy of the most recent paper profile.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Lifelong learning, Communication, Critical thinking, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes
This paper will deepen your understanding of the role of the director, in both theory and practice. You will enhance skills in creative imagination, interpretation and analysis, and in working with text, space and actors.

Overview

The art of directing, through the study and practical application of different methodologies. Students will co-direct and direct two fully realised productions in Allen Hall Theatre.

In this full-year paper, you will develop your own "voice" as a theatre director. You will direct three varied pieces, including two Lunchtime Theatre projects, the latter of which will be a fully mounted production. Students intending to enrol for this paper must contact the programme co-ordinator by 30 November of the previous year. Late applications may be considered.

About this paper

Paper title Advanced Directing
Subject Theatre Studies
EFTS 0.5000
Points 60 points
Teaching period Full Year (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Prerequisite
72 300-level THEA points (including THEA 352)
Notes
(i) The prerequisite THEA 352 may be replaced by an approved equivalent. (ii) Admission to THEA 451 in any year is limited. Students intending to enrol for this paper should contact the programme co-ordinator.
Contact

spa@otago.ac.nz

Teaching staff

Paper Co-ordinator: Ryan Hartigan

Paper Structure

Classes include a mixture of lectures, seminars and practical workshops.

Textbooks

Please contact the School of Performing Arts office for a copy of the most recent paper profile.

Course outline

Please contact the School of Performing Arts office for a copy of the most recent paper profile.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Lifelong learning, Communication, Critical thinking, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes
This paper will deepen your understanding of the role of the director in both theory and practice. You will enhance skills in creative imagination, interpretation and analysis, as well as in working with text, space and actors.
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