Character: The Boxer​
"intrinsic to the Australian identity"
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Character: The Boxer
Stimulus: Boxing Troupes, Part of Our History
Performance focus:
Create a solo performance based on the character of the Boxer. Challenged by an up-and-coming fighter, the Boxer boasts that the newcomer does not have what it takes to ‘go a round or two for a pound or two’. To convince the newcomer that he is not up to the challenge, the Boxer skites about his own skills in the ring and the realities of touring with a Jimmy Sharman show. The Boxer does this by:
Performance Style: Eclectic with aspects of biomechanics theatre*
Eclectic theatre draws on a range of performance styles to devise performances that go beyond the reality of life as it is lived. It juxtaposes a number of performance styles to make dramatic statements and theatre that is innovative, transformational and creative. Eclectic theatre is devised with a specific purpose and intention for the audience. Eclectic theatre draws on drama traditions and practice including:
Biomechanics theatre is a style of performance based on the work of Vsevolod Meyerhold. This style of theatre utilises the actor’s body as a means to compel the audience to look at the world primarily through the visual, with the verbal as a secondary component. Biomechanics theatre is exemplified by:
Convention & Dramatic Element: As selected by the student from the list (linked here). Write your selected convention and dramatic element on your Statement of Intention.
Resources
Mr Boon's Notes