Analysis and Interpretation of a Theatrical Performance Field of study: Cultural Studies
Programme code: W1-S1KU19.2023

Module name: Analysis and Interpretation of a Theatrical Performance
Module code: W1-KU-S1-AIPT02
Programme code: W1-S1KU19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2024/2025
  • summer semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the module is to develop analytical and interpretative skills of theatrical performance. Within the module, the student will learn the morphology of a theatrical performance, selected phenomena of theatrical communication in semiotic, cognitive and performative terms (the theory of reception of a theatrical performance, the process of assigning meanings in theatre). The class can be realised in the form of a workshop, it involves going to the theatre to see performances in order to analyse and interpret them later.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
participates intensively and consciously in various forms of theatre life, including through the media [K_01]
 W1-K01SN_K03 [5/5]
is able to formulate research questions and carry out problematic analysis of a theatre performance, is able to select methods and analytical tools for the material studied, is able to process the results of the analysis and present them in the form of a paper or publication [U_01]
 W1-K01SN_U02 [5/5]
is able to use theoretical clues to interpret the representation and study of living culture, is able to use concepts of cultural studies and knowledge of art in the process of establishing social interaction [U_02]
 W1-K01SN_U04 [5/5]
knows and understands the basic methods of analysis and interpretation of various representations appropriate to the chosen traditions, theories or schools of research within the cultural studies disciplines [W_01]
 W1-K01SN_W05 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
discussion classes [W1-KU-K] 30 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work K_01 U_01 U_02 W_01
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Undertaking, on one’s own initiative and individually, activities aimed at expanding the scope or depth of the teaching content, also beyond the walls of the University [e01] Activities complementary to the classes
a set of activities undertaken independently and on the student's own initiative, aimed at expanding the depth and scope of knowledge and skills, their revision and repetition, retention or verification, also activities carried outside the university, e.g., in a culture promoting or educational institution, a laboratory, in the open air, etc.; also self-education
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Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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