Combination Dance Studio and Theory Room
London Theatre Workshop
STEPS
DV Cameras
CD / USB / iPod Boom Box
Internet and IT Access
Hired or purchased rehearsal materials (libretti and vocal scores)

This module builds on the Level 4 The Jobbing Actor module. You will apply your previously gained knowledge and research into the mechanics of the business side of the Musical Theatre industry, and apply this in a professional setting (theory into practice).

This can include marketing your productions both to the public and media, as well promoting yourself as an actor to theatrical agents and casting directors, developing your networking skills and promoting student led business and enterprise.

The written assignment is an evaluation that describes the challenges you faced while performing within the London Fringe as an entry level Musical Theatre actor, identifying obstacles that may have arisen while working within a professional setting and networking with other experienced industry professionals and proactively seeking solutions to overcome such issues.

An essay that is underpinned by sound research, seeking to reflect and evaluate the actor's experiences of working and promoting themselves within a professional Fringe Theatre setting, identifying obstructions and possible solutions related to self-promotion and career furtherance opportunities as they arise. The essay will contain a final evaluation / conclusion of the results from realising previous research and applying this knowledge within an industry setting.
Typically this should contain a word count of 2,500 - 3,000 words. (LO 1 - 4.)

Books:
Alfreds M. (2007) Different Every Night: Freeing The Actor: Nick Hern Books
Fisher M. (2012) The Edinburgh Fringe Survival Guide: How To Make Your Show A Success: Methuen Drama
Henshall R, * Bowling D. (2012) So You Want To Be In Musicals?: Nick Hern Books
Mayo D., & Matthews P. (2012) Packed To The Rafters: Modern Techniques For Promoting Your Fringe Or Amateur Theatre Production: New Theatre Publications
Rutherford N. (2012) Musical Theatre Auditions and Casting: Methuen Drama
Spotlight. (2014) Contacts 2014: Spotlight
Strouse C., & Silver F. (1988) Auditioning For The Musical Theatre: Penguin Books
West End Producer. (2013) Everything You Wanted To Know About Acting (But Were Afraid To Ask, Dear): Nick Hern Books

Publications:
The Stage Newspaper

Websites:
www.thestage.co.uk
www.castingcallpro.com
www.castweb.co.uk
www.spotlight.com
www.remotegoat.com

This module will enable students to gain understanding, apply knowledge, analyse and evaluate problems and create solutions through a variety of activities, including lectures, blended learning, practical sessions, student centred learning activities, directed but independent student learning and small group tutorials.