The study of theatre looks at how performers, props, light, special effects, movement, sounds and music are combined to present a piece of written work to a live audience to entertain and inform. It considers all the elements of how the stage is presented to create atmosphere and impact. This flexible degree equips you with skills in a broad range of performance-related areas including stage craft, dramaturgy, stage management and the production of live performance. You will also receive an introduction to lighting and sound design. It is primarily practice-based and offers opportunities to work with professional artists on the creation of contemporary theatre works. You will learn that theory and history are essential to your development as an informed, professional and self-reliant practitioner. What you will study: A creative arts degree equips you with a sound knowledge of contemporary arts, arts theory and history within Australia and how that fits within an international context, reflecting on social, cultural and ethical issues.Subjects include Stagecraft, Introduction to Lighting and Sound Design, Stage Management, Producing Live Performance and Dramaturgy, History and Theory.

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