M.A.PerformingArts

Master of Arts in Performing Arts

M.A. Performing Arts

1. List of Academic Staff

Name	Status and Qualifications	Research Interests
S.O. Oyewo	Professor & Head of DepartmentB.A. (Jos); M.A., Ph.D. (Ibadan)	Theatre Management, Cultural Administration, PerformanceStudies and Museum Theatre
A.A. Adeoye	Professor B.A. (Ilorin); M.A. (Ibadan); MPA. (Ilorin); Ph.D. (Ibadan)	Play Directing; Theatre Practice, Performance and Cultural Studies
S.O. Ikibe	Professor B.A. (UNN, Nssuka); M.A. (Ibadan); Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Research Methods,Ethnomusicology, Advanced Music Theory, Orchestration, World Music and Applied Music.
J.O. Ojuade	Professor B.A. (Ilorin); M.A. (Ibadan); LL.B.(Ilorin); B.L. (Abuja); MBA, LL.M. (Ilorin); Ph.D. (Ibadan)	Performance Studies, Dance Choreography, Ethnography,History; Copyright and other related areas.
Sadiat O.O. Shuaib	B.A., M.A., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Theatre Practice a Aesthetics,Gender Studies and Technical Theatre
Oludolapo Ojediran	Senior Lecturer B.A., M.A. (Ilorin); Ph.D. (Edinburgh, U.K)	Dramatic Theory and Criticism
T.S. Arinde	Senior Lecturer B.A., M.A. (Ilorin); Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Directing, Theatre Practice, TheatreCriticism
T.S. Adeola	Senior Lecturer B.A., M.A. (OAU, Ile-Ife); M.A.(OAU, Ile-Ife); M.Div. (N.B.T.S.Ogbomoso); Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Music Directing, Music Composition, Orchestration, Sacred Musicology,  Performance Studiesand Applied Music.
A.A. Amali	Senior Lecturer B.A. (Maiduguri); M.A., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Technical Theatre
F.A. Akinsipe	Lecturer I B.A. (Ilorin); M.A. (Ibadan); Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Performance Studies, Dance Choreography, Ethnography, Dance History
A.G. Adegbite	Lecturer I B.A., M.A. (Ilorin)	Technical Theatre
K. A. Olalusi	Lecturer I B.A., M.A. (Ilorin)	Dance Education, Choreographyand Drums Aesthetics

*A.S.Abubakar	Professor B.A. (BUK, Kano); M.A., Ph.D.(Ilorin)	Dramatic Theory and Theatre Practice
*C.A.Bodunde	Professor B.A. (ABU, Zaria); M.A.(Ibadan); Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Poetry, Literary Theory, and Creative Writing
*Binta F.Ibrahim	Professor B.A., M.A., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Drama and Oral Literary Study
*A.L. Azeez	Professor B.Sc.,  M.Sc.,  M.A.  (Lagos);  Ph.D.(Leads, U.K)	Theory, Research, Social Communication and Advertising
*BolanleArokoyo	Reader B.A., M.A., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Speech Interpretation

B. Introduction

The programme is designed for candidates who have completed undergraduate studies in any aspect of the performing arts or in related disciplines. The programme covers both theory and practical courses. Candidates while offering necessary core courses are free to specialise in any of these three areas: Music, Dance and Drama. The M.A. Programme is a Full-time programme with 2 semesters of taught-courses after which the candidate will write and submit a dissertation. Candidates who score the average 60% and above, are free to proceed to the Ph.D. programme in Performing Arts.

C. Philosophy

The philosophy of the programme is to premise on developing rational and critical thinking on the various facets of aesthetics of the performing arts. It is hoped that the graduate students will be able to organise a philosophical thought into a dissertation in their area of specialisation: Dance, Drama, or Music for the general development of the performing arts internationally.

D. Aim and Objectives

The aim of the programme is to prepare students for faculty jobs as well as for professional practice. Objectives:

1. producing high quality graduates with relevant industry skills;
2. imparting on students deep intellectual knowledge of leading theories, concepts and trends in the performing arts both within and outside Africa. On completion of the programme, graduates should be able to work in a variety of organizations such as theatre companies, media houses, Ministries of Culture and Tourism and other Creative Industries, as well as in the educational sector.

E. Admission Requirements

1. Candidates for the M.A. in the Performing Arts programme must have obtained 5 Credit passes at ‗O‘ Level in relevant subjects
2. Graduates of the University of Ilorin with appropriate Bachelor degree with at least a Second Class (Upper Division) Honours or equivalent are eligible for admission.
3. Graduates of the University of Ilorin who have less than a Second Class Upper Division may be admitted provided they satisfy the Board of Postgraduate School by scoring minimum of 55% in a qualifying examination administered by the University.
4. Graduates of any other approved University with appropriate Bachelor degree no matter the class of degree shall be admitted only if they satisfy the Board of Postgraduate School by scoring minimum of 55% in a qualifying examination administered by the University.

*Candidates who took sufficient Performing Arts courses as Minor in their Bachelor degree programme shall also be considered if they score the minimum 55% in the qualifying examination administered by the University.

F. Duration of the Programme

1. The Full-time programme shall run for a minimum of 18 calendar months and a maximum of 24 calendar months.
2. The Part-time programme shall run for a minimum of 24 calendar months and a maximum of 36 calendar months On the expiration of the maximum duration, a  candidate may apply for not more than a 12 month-extension to the Board of Postgraduate School in the first instance and thereafter for one more year. After the expiration of the additional extension, the student would be advised to withdraw from the programme.

G. Detailed Courses Description

PFA 801    Research Methods 3 Credits

Study of types of research.Research theories.Research methodology.Field work.Data collection.Collation and analysis. Students would be made to have basic research knowledge in the three areas of the performing arts: dance, drama and music. Attention would also be given to various current reference styles such as the MLA, APA, Chicago. 45h (T); C

PFA 802    Advanced Performing Arts Workshop 3 Credits

Core course in which all M.A. degree students are exposed to the study of the three areas of the art of performance: music, dance and drama in a workshop context. Each student is to present a theoretical argument in a seminar on an experimental production depicting his area of specialisation before the performance is made. 15h (T); 90(P); C

PFA 803 Seminar in the Performing Arts 3 Credits Readings.Studies and discussions on relevant and specific areas of the performing arts. Students are expected to present papers on topics that are related to their areas of study with the guidance of a supervisor. Two seminar papers should be presented: second being on the topic of the student‘s research area. 15h (T); 90 (P); C

PFA 804 Advanced Studies in Sociology and Aesthetics of the Performing Arts 3 Credits Comparative study of occidental. Oriental and African concepts and philosophies of aesthetics with special reference to the performing arts. Sociological perspectives in the performing arts. 45hT); C

PFA 840    Dissertation 5 Credits

Original research on an approved topic in the performing arts carried out under the supervision of an approved member of staff. Research would be presented in an approved format using any of the reference styles approved by the departmental post graduate board. Entire dissertation must be defended before an external examiner and if successful, is bound in navy blue colour for submission with electronic copies. 225h (P); C

M.A. Performing Arts (Drama Emphasis): Core and Elective Courses

DRA 801 Advanced Studies in Theatre and Criticism 3 Credits

Detailed study of existing theories and critical essays of the theatre in content and performance. Attention would be paid to landmark theories and performance/theatre modes: classicism, neo-classicism, absurdism, avant-gardism, modernism, post modernism, post-colonialism. Critical essays from Aristotle, Plato, Arthur Miller, Samuel Johnson, Jacques Derrida, Wole Soyinka, Femi Osofisan, Ahmed Yerima, Sam Ukala will be analysed in relation to some representative play-texts. 45h(T); C

DRA 802 African Theatre Practice 3 Credits

Detailed study of African theatre practice in the following areas: performance mode and practice of the African festival/ritual theatre and performance mode and practice of the traditional and professional theatre. Intervention.Transplantation or transformation of the African performance forms into the literary theatre tradition would be examined. 45h (T); C

DRA 803 Historical Development of African Drama and Theatre 3 Credits

Detailed study of the history and development of African drama and theatre. Pre-colonial, colonial and postcolonial histories and development of the African drama and theatre would be examined along the indigenous, popular and especially, literary theatre traditions in higher institutions in Africa. 45h (T); C

DRA 804 Advanced Studies in Directing I 3Credits

Advanced study of works of selected directors in Africa and in foreign cultures. Each student is expected to mount a 30-minute production on a chosen director as a practical examination at the end of the course. Directing styles within the playwright: director, actor-manager-director, professional director in the Western theatre from William Shakespeare, Moliere, Richard Wagner, Francis Hodge, Alexander Dean and Lawrence

Larra, Berfost Brech should be complemented with those from Africa: Wole Soyinka, Ola Rotimi, Bayo Oduneye, Sam Ukala, Muhammed Ben Abdullah. 90h (P); 15h (T); E

DRA 805 Advanced Studies in Directing II 3 Credits

Advanced level workshop in directing. Each student is expected to mount a full length production at the end of the course along with a production book. Continuation of the main themes and tendencies of DRA 804 which will include a study of directing styles in some representative countries and selected directors not covered under DRA 804. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DRA 806 Advanced Studies in Acting I 3 Credits Detailed study of major Western works and theories on acting. Students shall undertake role playing for a 20-minute performance in a chosen play: Constantine Stanislavsky, David Garrick, Jerzy Grotowski and other celebrated proponents of acting styles in the Western theatre will be focused on. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DRA 807 Advanced Studies in Acting II 3 Credits

Detailed study of major African theories and works on acting. Students shall play a major role in one of the major productions of the M.A. class. Acting styles in the indigenous, popular and literary theatre traditions in Africa and their celebrated proponents will be focused on. 15h (T); 90h(P); E

DRA 808 Advanced Studies in Technical Theatre 3 Credits

Advanced study in technical theatre covering the areas of scenography, costume and make-up, computer aided design (CAD), lighting, electronics and theatre technology. Practical exercises on the course will actualise theories and concepts. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DRA 809   Media Arts I 3 Credits

Study of theories and practical skills in radio television and film productions. Major historical landmarks of media arts: radio, film and television productions in Nigeria and some media theories will come under examination. 15h (T); 45h (P); E

DRA 810   Media Arts II 3 Credits

Further study of theories in practical skills in radio, television and film productions leading to a full length media production. Continuation of the main themes and tendencies of DRA 809: print media. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DRA 811   Principles and Policies of Theatre Administration 3 Credits

Study of the corporate and legal principles of theatre administration. The philosophy of arts. Administration and policies of national and international arts institutions and organisations. 45h (T); E

DRA 812 Advanced Theatre Business Management 3 Credits Study of management of issues in theatre business.Management policies and operation of resident.Repertory and itinerant theatre outfits. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DRA813    The Playwright andSociety 3 Credits

Study of the works of selected playwrights from within and outside Africa. Each student is expected to analyse and present critical written report on a chosen playwright as a term paper. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DRA814 AdvancedPlaywriting 3 Credits

Workshop session in which students create play scripts starting from basic ideas and situations and culminating in a full length play texts. 15h (T); 90h(P); E

DRA815 Advanced Stage Management 3 Credits

Art of stage management in theory and practice. Submission of a report on any chosen departmental production at the end of the course. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DRA816 Stage Management Workshop 3 Credits

Application of stage management theories and principles to chosen productions in progress in the department within a workshop context. Submission of a report on any chosen departmental project or production as a stage manager at the end of the course. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DRA817    TheatreforSchools 3 Credits

Study of the nature and demands of theatre for primary and secondary schools. Students will be expected to work with chosen schools to produce a full length play, published or built up through improvisation. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DRA818 Advanced DramaticLiterature 3 Credits Advanced study of world dramatic literature with attention to historical, socio-political contexts, dramatic and theatrical trends. 45h (T); E

DRA 819   Studies in African-American Drama 3 Credits

Study of important issues in the drama and theatre of Black America in the 20^th century. Focus shall be on particular dramatists or subjects: themes and approaches, as can be observed across texts and periods. 45 (T); E

DRA 820   Popular and Experimental Theatre 3 Credits

Study of the type of theatre that aims at influencing mass audience for specific social, economic and political goals with emphasis on leading theories from different parts of the world. 45h (T); E

DRA 821 Advanced Studies in Scene Design I 3 Credits Advanced study in scenic.Theories and concepts with selected scene designers‘ works serving as case studies. 45h (T); E

DRA 822 Advanced Studies in Scene Design II 3 Credits

Further study of scenic concepts which would result in practical actualisation of theories: building/construction props, set, designing of lighting and poster for a major production in the department. Designing set and light for a product launch/television programmme or film. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DRA 823 Advanced Studies in Costume and Make-up Technology I 3 Credits

Course entails the advanced studies of costume history and theories. Costume designs and illustrations.Costume and computer-aided designs and costume construction and modelling. Make-up aspect: make-up history and theories, make-up designs and computer- aided designs as well as make-up design and application. Each student is expectedto showcase his/her costume and make-up designs in a 30 minute production as practical examination at the end of the course. 15h (T); 90h (P); (E)

DRA 824 Advanced Studies in Costume and Make-up Technology II 3 Credits Detailed studies of costume construction for period costumes, corset and millinery. Pattern drafting for period costumes and costume management techniques. Make-up aspect encompasses wig/hair effect make-up. Practical exercises on this course will be used as part of examination requirements for the students through studio-based projects. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

M.A. Performing Arts (Music Emphasis): Core and Elective Courses

MUS 801   Ethnomusicology 3 Credits

Study of ethnomusicology as a humanistic discipline.Consideration of major theories and methods as well as major historical trends.Field works.Notation.Transcription and organology. Study of some ethnomusicologists: Allan P. Merriam, Charles Seeger, Willie Aper, Walter Fewkes, Bruno Nettl, Melville P. Herskovits, David P. McAllester, Willard Rhodes, Herbert Pepper, George Herzog, George Liszt, Jaap Kunst and works. Study of Eric von Hornbostel and Curt Sach‘s organological classification of musical instruments. 45h (T); C

MUS 802 African Music in Culture 3 Credits Social-cultural background as well as the performance context of music in Africa, including the training of indigenous musicians and a survey of instrumental and vocal resources. Specific reference on Dundun, Bata, Nkom, Mbirra, and xylophone ensembles of various African societies and cultures. 45h (T); C

MUS 803 Composers of Contemporary African Art Music 3 Credits History and style of African art music as represented in the works of such major composers in West, East, Central, Southern and North Africa. Close study of the compositions and styles of African composers such as Ephraim Amu, Nicholas Z. Nayo, Robert Coker, Ikol Harcourt-White, Ekundayo Phillips, Okechukwu Ndubuisi, Samuel E. Akpabot, Fela Sowande, Ayo Bankole, Lazarus Ekwueme. 45h (T); C

MUS 804   World Music 3 Credits

Comparative study of traditional music practices from selected cultures outside Africa: theoretical and conceptual trends in the study of folk and ethnic music. Specific attention shall be paid to the study of the music of India, China, Japan, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia and Jamaica. 30h (T); 45 (P); E

MUS 805   Advanced Theory and Analysis of Music 3 Credits

Study of leading theories and analytical methods of Music. Principles of formal coherence and the relationship between theory and musicology. Study of chromaticism and Augmented 6^th chords in tonal harmony. 30h (T); 45 (P); E

MUS 806   Orchestration 3 Credits

Advanced theories and principles in scoring and arranging; writing for chamber and large orchestras, and bands. Exercises and seminars will be undertaken to reflect both European and African traditions. 30h (T); 45h (P); E

MUS 807 Advanced Compositional Techniques 3 Credits Advanced seminars and exercises in composition conventional and modern techniques. Use of computer in musical composition. Seminars and exercises to reflect European and African traditions. Application of computerised compositional softwares such as Cakewalk, Finale, Sibelius. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

MUS 808 African Music: Materials and Structures 3 Credits Tonal, melodic, rhythmic, harmonic, contrapuntal and formal features of sub-Saharan African music. Concepts and types of orchestras and ensemble as well as the organisation of vocal music. Analysis of some African compositions. 45h (T); E

MUS 809 Advanced Applied Music I 3 Credits Individual lessons and practical work on the student‘s major musical instrument: voice under the supervision of a lecturer. Intensive rehearsals of various musical pieces to be performed for a panel of examiners. 135h (P); E

MUS 810 Advanced Applied Music II 3 Credits Advanced studies on individual lessons and practical work on the student‘s major musical instruments: under the supervision of a lecturer. More intensive rehearsals on the student‘s musical instruments for examination by a panel examiners. 135h (P); E

MUS 811   Music for Schools 3 Credits

Course designed to expose students to the demands of working with primary and secondary school students in the context of music production. Critical examination of the music curriculum as embedded in the creative arts syllabus at the primary and secondary schools. 45h (T); E

MUS 812 Advanced Workshop in Music Performance 3 Credits Advanced seminars and ensemble workshop in music, culminating in a musical production under the supervision of a lecturer. Workshop entails a musical production by the student which must not be less than an hour. Various business strategies to get sponsors and good audience patronage would be explored. 135h (P); E

MUS 813 Leading Trends in Twentieth Century Western Music 3 Credits Major trends in twentieth century western music as reflected in the works of Debussy, Bartok, Schoenberg and John Cage. Electronic and computer music. Minimalism and other important features of twentieth century music. Study on the application of various computer soft-wares such as Cakewalk, Finale, Sibelius. 135h (P); E

MUS 814   Popular Music 3 Credits

Interdisciplinary approach to the study of popular music: political economy, historical, and ethnographical studies, semiology and aesthetics and musicological approach to the study of popular music. Examples such as popular music: Highlife, Juju, Makosa, Ekassa, Fuji, Afrobeat. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

MUS 815 African-American Music 3 Credits

Musico-historical survey of African-American music: representative composers, performers,styles of jazz and African-American art music. Study of popular African- American musicians: Michael Jackson, Louis Armstrong, Marvin Gay, James Brown, Bessie Smith, Fats Waller, Art Tatum, Billie Holiday and their styles. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

MUS 816 African Music: Transcription and Notation 3 Credits

Problems and challenges involved in transcribing and notating African music, devising appropriate systems of notation and transcription for African music. Exercises in notation and transcription using various examples of African vocal and instrumental performances. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

M.A. Performing Arts (Dance Emphasis): Core and Elective Courses

DAN 801   Theories and Criticism of Dance 2 Credits

Study of theories of dance in content and performance.Detailed study of styles.Techniques and methodologies of describing.Recording.Interpreting and evaluating movement patterns of different societies of the world. Seminars on dance performances on stage, video and celluloid will be undertaken.

30h (T); C

DAN 802   Dance Workshop 3 Credits

Practical course on group composition and representation in dance. Improvisational composition of forms and styles of dance aimed at communication will be studied. Practical project work in dance production with full theatrical accessories will be presented for assessment. 15h (T); 90 (P); C

DAN 803   Dance for Children 3 Credits

Course designed to provide opportunities for students to have planning and designing movements procedure, for the physical/developmental needs and aesthetic interests of children. Usefulness of dance in the training of children will be explored. Practical work in selected primary and secondary schools around the town to examine the level of skill acquired. 15(T); 90h (P); C

DAN 804   The Development of Styles and Structure of Dance 3 Credits

Course designed for comparative study of genres, styles and philosophies of selected dances in the world from African to Western world. Origin, development and source of dance patterns, covering specific dances from these areas across the globe will be embarked upon. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DAN 805   Advanced Choreography 3 Credits

Study of works of selected choreographers in Nigeria and overseas detailing the fundamentals of their choreography. Relationship between practical and theoretical frameworks of a selected choreographer and his works will be of advantage. Production based on the style of the choreographer studied must be presented to compliment the study. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DAN 806   Dancing Techniques and Materials for Movement 3 Credits

Study of materials for movement, dancing techniques, styles and theories propounded by great dancers and choreographers will be explored. Examples: Rudolf Laban, Mercy Cunningham, Mary Wigman, Trisha Brown. Effectiveness and advantage of these theories for African dances will be looked into. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DAN 807   Advanced Ethnology 3 Credits

Study of theatrical and practical approaches to the study of dance from an ethnological point of view.Dance as a part of social structure.Variations in dance as a product of ethnicity.Dance as a sacred art. Use and functions of dance in ritual.Festivals and communal ceremonies will be understudied. Seminaron any given dance will be given to compliment the study. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DAN 808   Advanced Studies in Dance History I 3 Credits

Study of historical developments and existing literature on dance in Europe, America, Asia and Africa shall be examined. Students will be required to do a comparative study of certain dances across two continents to show their relationships in term of origin, practice, function. 45h (T); E

DAN 809   Advanced Studies in Dance History II 3 Credits

Continuation of DAN 808. Detailed study of historical developments and existing literature on Dance in Europe, America, Asia and Africa shall be examined. Students will be required to do a comparative study of certain dances across two continents other than the ones taken in DAN 808. 45h (T); E

DAN 810   Advanced Dance Notation 3 Credits

Dance notation from the beginning to contemporary times. Practical works on some of the different types of notation in existence will be carried out. Studying the problems in African notation.Few notation systems available and how to improve on them will be encouraged. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DAN 811   Kinesiology and Dance Therapy 3 Credits

Dance as a means of body treatment.Physical training and therapy. Theories on physical training.Keeping fit and aerobics will be studied. Human anatomy as it relates to movement and proper articulation of human sense organs. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DAN 812   Advanced Studies in Dance Librettos 3 Credits

Study will be centred on selected dance librettists and librettos in Africa and foreign cultures. Basic principles and conventions of the art of writing a dance libretto will be taught leading to the criticism of the art of dance composition in writing. Mini libretto is expected to be submitted at the end of the course. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

DAN 813   Dance in African Culture 3 Credits

Survey of the ritual.Folk and social dance traditions of Africans. Development of African dance through the evolution of cultural groups. Arts councils and the universities to date. Contributions of each will be studied in details. Prospects for further development in these areas will be undertaken. 15h (T); 90h (P); E

H. Graduation Requirements

For a student to graduate with a Master of Arts in the performing Arts the candidate should have registered and passed at least 26 Credits comprising of the Core General and Core Specialised courses and additional 4 optional Credits making a minimum of 30 credits in all

I. Summary

M.A. Performing Arts (Drama Emphasis)

Core General Courses: PFA 801(3), 802(3), 803(3), 804(3), 840(5) 17 Credits

Core Drama Courses: DRA 801(3), 802(3), 803 (3) 9 Credits

Elective 4 Credits

Total = 30 Credits

M.A. Performing Arts (Music Emphasis)

Core General Courses:PFA 801(3), 802(3), 803(3), 804(3), 840(5) 17 Credits

Core Music Courses:MUS 801(3), 802(3), 803(3), 9 Credits

Elective 4 Credits

Total = 30 Credits

M.A. Performing Arts (Dance Emphasis)

Core General Courses:PFA 801(3), 802 (3), 803 (8), 804 (3), 840 (5) 17 Credits

Core Dance Courses: DAN 801(3), 802(3), 803 (3) 9 Credits

Elective 4 Credits

Total = 30 Credits