Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2021 - CA 271 D100

Production Ensemble II (6)

Class Number: 7877

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Mon, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
    GOLDCORP

  • Prerequisites:

    CA (or FPA) 171.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Students having a basic familiarity with elements of production and design participate in an in-depth theoretical and practical exploration of stage and production management for theatre, dance and music production. Students in this class will develop skills necessary to provide technical support for the School's productions. Assignments will be conducted in class and through practicum work on productions. Maybe of particular interest to students in other departments. Quantitative.

COURSE DETAILS:

CA271 builds upon the foundations of planning and managing events, performance and installation taught in CA171, and will focus in more detail on the specific roles of the Production and Stage Manager.

Students will submit several assignments and are expected to participate thoroughly in class time. Readings and information-materials are provided for pre-class and post-class study. Course assignments focus on building skills in planning, scheduling, and creating the supporting paperwork required of the stage manager.
This class meets weekly and students will have opportunities for practicums through positions on the fall capstone projects.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

  • Aptitude in production coordination and core stage management skills that students can apply across multiple disciplines.
  • Practical experience planning and running live performances across multiple disciplines
  • Interdisciplinary communication and collaborative skills that will allow students to thrive in team or ensemble-based environments.

Grading

  • Attendance and Participation 15%
  • Class Assignments 35%
  • Practicum 50%

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

• The course will be run through SFU’s remote learning management software- Canvas. A stable internet connection will be required to access the materials.
• A personal computer.
• Computer capable of word processing and creating formula based spreadsheets.
• Office 365 which is available to SFU students for free (or equivalent).
• Drafting work will require drawing tools such as pencils (2H or mechanical), ruler, and eraser. Optional: architect’s ruler.
• Students will need to obtain a free student licence of Vectorworks 2019 (or later).
• Office hours will be held over Zoom.

If these requirements cannot be met, please contact course instructor to discuss alternatives.

REQUIRED READING:

Required readings will be provided through Canvas

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

TEACHING AT SFU IN FALL 2021

Teaching at SFU in fall 2021 will involve primarily in-person instruction, with approximately 70 to 80 per cent of classes in person/on campus, with safety plans in place.  Whether your course will be in-person or through remote methods will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes.  You will also know at enrollment whether remote course components will be “live” (synchronous) or at your own pace (asynchronous).

Enrolling in a course acknowledges that you are able to attend in whatever format is required.  You should not enroll in a course that is in-person if you are not able to return to campus, and should be aware that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the fall 2021 term.