Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2025 - CA 350 D100

Performance as Research I (3)

Class Number: 6490

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Tue, Thu, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
    GOLDCORP

  • Prerequisites:

    CA 252 and declared status in the theatre and performance major or honours, or by prior approval.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

The first of two courses dedicated to the development of a new work of performance led by a faculty member or visiting artist. Introduces themes and concepts, develops process and materials for a presentation in the subsequent term. Integrates the techniques acquired in context and studio courses. May repeat once for credit.

COURSE DETAILS:

On Cringe

CA 350 Performance as Research I is open to all students, across all areas, interested in developing an evening length performance from scratch. Under the direction of Ryan Tacata, students will spend the semester exploring and developing new performance vocabulary based on “Cringe Aesthetics.” What could the contemporary category of ‘cringe’ hold’? What’ are the potential functions of ‘cringe’ or ‘cringing’ as a vicarious emotional response and to what extant can we manufacture it? 

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

+ Develop and produce creative research on themes and practices of cringe and cringing. 

+ Conduct creative R&D for the fall, faculty-led performance directed by Ryan Tacata (CA 450). 

Grading

  • Attendance & General Participation 20%
  • Weekly Outside Research Assignments 40%
  • Weekly & Final Performance Presentations 40%

REQUIREMENTS:

CA 350 Performance as Research I is open to all students, across all areas, interested in developing an evening length performance from scratch.

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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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

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.