Performing Arts
Prospectus Academic Year 2019/2020
The Online Application periods for the upcoming academic year 2019/20 will be as follows:
Monday 22nd July till Sunday 04th August Monday 02nd September till Sunday 08th September Friday 27th September till Wednesday 02nd October 2019 Access to the online application portal will be through the MCAST website, as from Monday 22nd July. Those who will be submitting an Application and are in possession of a National ID Number need to have a valid E-ID in order for them to apply for an MCAST full-time courses. Prospective applicants who do not have a National ID, will also be able to apply online. Further information about the online application process will be available by the second week of July. The conditions for application are found in the MCAST prospectus – an online version of which can be accessed through: https://www.mcast.edu.mt/mcast-prospectus-2019-2020/
Synopsis Working on The Hunchback of Seville by Charise Castro Smith was an excellent opportunity for our students to look at performance production at 360 degrees and prepare for a playful encounter with the spectator. Taking entitlement to power as its thematic core, Castro Smith’s mockery of historical monarchic
succession made us reflect on issues related to political leadership, religion, cultural stereotypes, colonialisation, and more. Although the play is set in Spain 1504, we could not help but feel a deep resonance with our times. Our challenge: how to play with these echoes, and draw the spectator into our performative game.
Cast & Crew Cast:
Acknowledgements:
Daniel Borg as Christopher Columbus / Deputy Governor Justin Formosa as Abdul Haseeb / Two David Grech as Talib Furozh / One Abire Sekkaki as Espanta Rachel Farrugia as Maid Katrina Borg as Maxima Terrible Segunda Emma Chetcuti as Infanta Juana Kyra Lautier as HRH Queen Isabella
Anna Ancilleri Martina Caruana Therese Debono Darren Duncan Claire Flores Rebecca Grech Matthew Mamo Pierre Mifsud Stefan Priehyba Jane Schembri Moritz Zavan Stoeckle Dominic Tringali Jevon Vella Sean Vella
Crew: Roxanne Debono Fances Galea Rakelle Portelli (understudy Espanta) Marjana Saliba Neil Zerafa (understudy Talib Furozh / Two) Lisa Baldacchino - Stage Manager Victor Jacono - Director
ICA Festival Committee BA Graphis Year 3 students BA Spatial Design Year 2 students
By Therese Debono By Therese Debono
Performing Arts Courses An introduction to the Performing Arts programme at ICA In 2015 MCAST launched vocational education in the Performing Arts through its flagship Level 3 MCAST Diploma in the Performing Arts. It has since developed this area of studies further through the Level 4 Advanced Diploma, whilst also incorporating a Performing Arts unit in the new Foundation Certificate in the Creative Arts at Level 2. This academic year it has also launched its Level 6 BA in Performing Arts. All programmes are designed with a view to progression to higher-level courses in the Performing Arts, and the gradual formation of technical and artistic people and professionals.
Performing Arts Level 2 Unit 4 of the Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Creative Arts is An Introduction to Performance Skills. The focus is on expressing emotions and ideas through drama, movement and music. The learning outcomes of this unit are: 1. Reproduce drama / movement / music sequences; 2. Improve skills in drama / movement / music; 3. Communicate emotions and ideas through drama / movement /music.
By Therese Debono Performing Arts Levels 3 - 6 At these levels, a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary approach is taken in these fully–fledged performing arts courses. Learners develop knowledge, skills and competences in music, acting, dance, contextual studies, management, production, design (set, props, masks, costume, makeup and hair) and technical (sound and light) aspects of the Performing Arts. The higher the level of the programme, the more the contact and involvement with the Performing Arts industry.
MCAST Prospetus ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN PERFORMING ARTS The performing arts industry is a steadily growing sector which is demanding people trained in the various areas. Through this programme of studies learners become familiar with fundamental principles and skills related to contemporary performing arts practice. The first year of this course focuses on elemental principles related to music, theatre, dance, management, production, design and technical aspects of the performing arts in preparation for more independent and focused study the following year when learners choose to develop particular study-areas of performance (acting, dance and/or music), design (costume, props and/ or set), technical aspects (light and/or sound) and management further.
MQF Level: Level 4 Course Duration: 2 Years full-time Entry Requirements: 4 SEC/O level / SSC&P (level 3) passes or MCAST Diploma (refer to the MCAST website) Applicants may be asked to sit for an interview and/ or an audition. Career Opportunities: Assistant performing arts/events/ stage/logistics manager, Assistant designer (props, costumes), Technical assistant (light/sound design), Performer (acting, dance, music)
BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) IN PERFORMING ARTS The professionalization of the performing arts has for the last few years been a national priority in the sector. This multi and interdisciplinary undergrad programme responds to this priority. It gives learners the opportunity to work hands-on in creative environments through joint collaboration with industry stakeholders to manage and produce performing arts projects for both artistic and commercial practices. According to their chosen studyarea/s (management; performance – acting, dance, music; technical – light, sound; design – costumes, set/props) learners acquire a broad range of skills and techniques focusing on performing arts productions through critical analysis, research and practical assignments. In their final year, learners are given the opportunity to research and develop their own individual practice within the context of the cohort’s final production.
MQF Level: Level 6 Course Duration: 3 Years full-time Entry Requirements: 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes or MCAST Advanced Diploma (refer to the MCAST website) Applicants may be asked to sit for an interview and/ or an audition. Career Opportunities: Performing arts coordinator/ manager (events, marketing, educational programmes), Lights/ sound/costume/set/props designer, performer, producer, director (acting, dance, music)
Lyana Dayle Del Rosario Foundation Certificate in the Creative Arts During Drama I learned a lot about the different roles and personalities I can portray. The Performing Arts help us to understand that people read meaining in all the actions we do, on or off the stage, although we may not be aware of this sometimes. Creativity, passion, imagination, and persistence were important in studying Drama. Thanks to our lecturer’s humor and intellect we were able to understand the principles of Drama, but this also helped our personal growth.
Qudoos Muskaan Foundation Certificate in the Creative Arts Drama lessons have taught me a lot, especially exploring being in someone else’s shoes, being in different situations, and performing different emotions. This also helped me in real life, in unfamiliar situations where I had to improvise. Performing Arts subjects help us a lot to express ourselves on and off the stage, but also made us realise how important self-reflection is. I am glad teachers gave us the opportunity to let out our emotions, but also learn to be patient, creative, passionate, and understandable, both in and out of class. Lessons were fun, creative, and educational, which made us look forward to each session.
Frances Galea Performing Arts Level 4.1 During my first year in this course I learned about what the Performing Arts industry consists of, and how one can prepare for it. Together with my lecturers and classmates, I experienced creating an original production from scracth. This was quite challenging, but also very rewarding, especially since we got the opportunity to perform our work abroad as part of an Erasmus Plus project. In the Performing Arts there are no limits to creativity and discovery. Looking back, this has been an extraordinary year.
By Ricardo Flask
Neil Zerafa Performing Arts Level 4.1 I have been studying theatre for the last three years, but this is my first year at MCAST. What I found different is that my course is totally focused on the Performing Arts. It touches on all aspects of performance, and as I advance I can concentrate on specific areas. Another great advantage is that the lecturers actually operate in the Performing Arts industry, and could possibly be my colleagues in the near future.
Katrina Borg Performing Arts Level 5.1 I have always had a passion for the Performing Arts and wanted to join the B.A. (Hons.) course the minute I heard it was opening. Through this course, I have not only improved and learned new skills, but also continued to discover myself and my limits. It was through this course that I truly started to appreciate all the different aspects of the Performing Arts, such as light, set, sound, and costume design. I have always found constructive help whenever I needed it, thanks to our dedicated lecturers who push us to achieve our very best.
David Grech Performing Arts Level 4.2 Over the past two years, I have learnt that tackling and overcoming difficult challenges might seem a nuisance at first, but then results in an important lesson. This course has a broad scope, providing you with information on every aspect of the Performing Arts. Especially, it teaches you a lot about this industry.
By Therese Debono
Lisa Baldacchino Performing Arts Level 5.1 I have always loved the Performing Arts and over the past year I have started to work in the Performing Arts industry as a Stage Manager and an Assistant Stage Manager. Previously, I chose Media Studies, but when I heard that MCAST had opened a BA Course in Performing Arts, I switched courses the following year and have not looked back since. I am so glad to have made this choice, and I am really grateful to be working alongside some lecturers who also operate in the industry. Through this course, I am learning about technical aspects related to lights design and set design, and I have started to appreciate this work even more.
Emma Chetcuti Performing Arts Level 5.1 I started MCAST from Level 2, and I was certain I was not going to make it all the way. I have always loved the Performing Arts, I always wanted to act and dance, but I was too afraid of doing anything. I started the course in Performing Arts at Level 3, and now I am doing my BA – I never imagined I would be here someday. Through the Performing Arts I have also learned to look at the ups and downs in the world from different perspectives, and to wonder about life, about how far you can go. It helps you explore yourself and find what you want to be in life. It gets you out of your comfort zone, in a proactive, creative way! The best decision I made in my life, finally exploring my true self.
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