BA(Hons) Acting

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ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

• Completed High School (Grade 12), Junior College or Pre-University education.
• Recognised Singapore qualification: Singapore-Cambridge GCE 'A' Level: Minimum 'Pass' in 2 subjects + General Paper or recognised equivalent.
• Recognised international qualifications: Please click here to view list.

Note:

• Additional subject requirement of Physics or Mathematics with a minimum 'Pass' or recognised equivalent.
• Alternative English qualification: IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT80.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must perform two contrasting speeches from memory and in English. One of the speeches should be from a Shakespearean play and the other from a more contemporary play, in more standard modern English.
• The combined duration of the speeches should not exceed five minutes.

Things to consider

• In preparing for the auditions, you are advised to have read the plays from which the speeches are taken beforehand, and to select speeches that are appropriate for your age and experience.
• Please note that you may be asked to improvise or sight read.

LEVEL 1

Acting 1
Acting 1 lays the foundation for the acting methods and the working vocabulary. This module analyses your strengths and weaknesses and imparts technical skills to recognise and free up habitual patterns that impede flexibility and expression. Improvisation offers tools for imaginative and creative explorations as well as developing ensemble work and spontaneity. These skills will be developed and augmented over the three years.

Performance Technique 1
This module introduces the technical skills required of voice and movement. Voice classes develop the range and timbre of the vocal instrument, isolate individual problem areas, and install appropriate breathing techniques to support performance. The programme provides you with a select movement system and physical experiences in forming the bases for a more physically aware performer.

Contextual Studies 1
You are introduced to the history of world theatre and given an overview of theatre systems – from the classical Western model through to the performance styles of a number of non-Western disciplines.

Performance 1A/B
Participation in a series of workshops and in-house performances (Asian and Western) enables you to integrate and apply the knowledge and skills gained through classes and set study. Emphasis is given to the rehearsal process and to performance protocol.

LEVEL 2

Acting 2
Level 2 extends the personally-centred naturalism of Level 1 and moves on from preparation of the actor to the skills of characterisation, observation and greater awareness of theatre genre and style. The lessons of Level 1 are thoroughly tested by the demands of playwrights, directors, characters, and styles.

Performance Technique 2
Performance Technique 2 is an examination of the application of physical and vocal skills. You continue to enrich tone range, clarity and dexterity. Voice and speech includes areas of interpretation, dialects, and particular performance requirements. You are also introduced to basic singing techniques and aural training.

Contextual Studies 2
Exploration of world drama continues with particular attention given to the eras of plays chosen for the Performance modules. These include a range of naturalistic and non-naturalistic genres. Theatre History expands to include the study of film, and cinematic acting styles and techniques.

Performance 2A/B
The performance programme is expanded so that you have the opportunity to experiment with an increased number of plays covering a wider range of eras and styles. Level 2 productions explore heightened language and new styles and genre.

LEVEL 3

Acting 3
You continue personal development and honing of all areas of your acting skills. Classes in all areas address specific performance needs and requirements, usually relating either directly to the subject of the Performance modules or to complete exposure to the fullest range of performance concepts.

Contextual Studies 3
You are informed of a range of subjects related to entering the workforce, managing your careers, and generating your own work. These include resumes, agents, contracts, public relations budgets, and applications for grants and sponsors. You continue to study world film and theatre forms, and reflect upon the acting.

Performance Research
This module requires you to undertake a substantial piece of research and to create a written work that reveals the perception expected of the thinking actor. Subject matter can extend an area of the course or open more original or alternate thought.

Performance 3A/B
The final year of the programme develops both the individual and the ensemble through the graduation year performance company. Through the company, you take on a range of roles in a variety of carefully selected plays in a year of two major and two minor theatre productions as well as extended work with the camera.