Introduction to Contemporary Puppet Techniques WSL/ATL/WWTL
Issues covered during the classes:
1. Basic conventions and current trends in contemporary puppet theater.
2. Puppet animation in the context of contemporary puppet theater.
3. Word + puppet.
4. Puppet movement dynamics.
5. Transposing emotions from the actor's body to the puppet.
6. Constructing etudes in the context of contemporary puppet theater.
7. Innovative means of expression in contemporary puppet theater.
8. Constructing a dialogue scene in the context of contemporary puppet theater.
9. Working with imagination.
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
In terms of knowledge (W):
SATL_W02
SATL_W03
In terms of skills (U):
SATL_U02
SATL_U04
SATL_U03
In terms of social competence (K):
K_K01
K_K06
K_K05
K_K02
Assessment criteria
The exam will be in the form of a public presentation, during which the student will present at least one etude using contemporary puppetry techniques. The entire work process of the student throughout the semester will also be evaluated.
It is possible to pass the course based on active participation in online classes and the preparation of the exam etude in the online system.
Two unexcused absences are allowed. If a student has more absences, they will not be allowed to take the exam.
Bibliography
1. Halina Waszkiel - Dramaturgia Polskiego Teatru Lalek
2. Puppetry in the 21st Century: Reflections and Challenges - pod red. Marzeny Wiśniewskiej i Karola Suszczyńskiego
3.Dolls and Puppets: Contemporaineity and tradition - pod red. Kamila Kopani
4. Metamorfozy teatru lalek w XXw.
5. Savarese, Barba- The Secret art of the performer
Additional information
Information on level of this course, year of study and semester when the course unit is delivered, types and amount of class hours - can be found in course structure diagrams of apropriate study programmes. This course is related to the following study programmes: