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Elements and Performance Criteria

Required Skills

Required skills

communication teamwork and organisational skills to

respond appropriately to constructive feedback on own performance

respond appropriately to directions during auditions

present confidently in an audition situation

learning skills necessary for improving performance skills through practice

listening skills to monitor and adjust performance as required

literacy skills to interpret written instructions or preaudition information provided by auditioning body

selfmanagement and planning skills to

attend rehearsals punctually

maintain an appropriate standard of personal presentation in an audition context

support ensemble members where necessary

technical and problemsolving skills to use basic performance techniques and adjust them to a range of predictable situations

Required knowledge

broad understanding of OHS principles relevant to particular performance contexts such as

protection of body against overuse injury

safe lifting practices

audition protocols

welldeveloped knowledge of

repertoire being presented for audition

performance vocabulary and terminology

basic performance techniques

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to

rehearse a performance that meets the requirements of an auditioning body

perform proficiently for either a real or simulated audition

apply performance skills appropriate to audition

communicate effectively with others involved in the audition

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to

relevant resources and equipment

opportunities for auditions in either a real or simulated situation

appropriate venue with adequate space for solo or ensemble performances

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence

thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance

verbal or written questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit

direct observation or video recordings of candidate presenting a live audition performance

case studies and scenarios as a basis for discussion of methods strategies and other issues involved in preparing for and presenting a live audition performance

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands eg literacy and the needs of particular groups eg people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English remote communities and those with interrupted schooling

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

CUAPRFA Prepare self for performances

CUAPRF201A Prepare self for performances.

Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Audition requirements may include:	set pieces for audition, such as: performance of specific type of dance specific songs or pieces of music supplying own recorded music length of auditions presentation and dress standards purpose time venue.
Relevant personnel may include:	teacher coach ensemble mentor other performers auditioning body representatives tutor.
Criteria used by auditioning bodies may include:	ability to work with others accuracy of rendition clarity communication skills confidence footwork mastery of routine musical ability presentation punctuality readiness to accept direction rhythmic ability.
Suitable responsesmay include:	acceptance of offer enquiry about audition results request for feedback letter of thanks for opportunity to audition.
Resourcesmay include:	appropriate footwear costumes sheet music tapes or CDs props.
Statutory requirements may relate to:	copyright duty of care permission for minors OHS.
Relaxation techniques may include:	deep breathing light aerobic exercises, such as: meditation imagery or conscious visualisation affirmations stretching.
Supporting materials may include:	resumes demonstration videos photographs references.
Performance techniques may include:	audience engagement comedy routines contortions falls and tumbles juggling magic routine mime musical performance patter patterns and sequences for ensemble performance repertoire solo and ensemble protocols songs specific dance styles.
Appropriate contact details may include:	alternative phone numbers email address fax number mobile phone number parent or guardian details times when available.