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ATS3336 · Performance lab: Production investigation

Official Handbook

2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 3Critical Performance Studies

Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTC

Overview

In this unit you will create and test new key knowledge in theatre and performance production through practice. You will explore core concepts and methods of theatre and performance design, representation and engagement. Focusing on the embodied, sensory, felt, and enterprising elements of knowledge creation, you will co-design, research and deliver an original performance work in collaboration with industry professionals.

Areas of study: Theatre and performance studies

Offerings

CampusTeaching periodMode
ClaytonSecond semesterTeaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS)

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

#AssessmentTypeWeightHurdle
1Musical and Theatrical PerformancesPerformance40%
2Reflective writing Written30%
3EssayWritten30%

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

  1. analyse key concepts and methods in theatre and performance production through practice;
  2. assess and select from a range of artistic modes in creating performance and engaging audiences;
  3. co-design, research and deliver an original performance work in collaboration with industry professionals;
  4. reflect on the knowledge and skills developed through individual contributions and engagement in the development of an original performance work;
  5. critically evaluate and reflect on collaboration and impact on an original performance work.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

ActivityDuration
Workshops48 hours
Lectures6 hours

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