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Stage Movement and Blocking
One of the first things an actor learns is that movement on stage is never random. Every step, turn, gesture and pause should help tell the story. Good stage movement makes a performance clear, believable and interesting to watch. Understanding the Stage Actors divide…
Bertolt Brecht – the man who changed acting
When most people think about acting, they imagine performers trying to become their characters completely. The audience is encouraged to forget they are watching a play and to become emotionally involved in the story. Bertolt Brecht wanted the exact opposite….
Stanislavski – Key Principles and Influence on Acting
Konstantin Stanislavski was one of the most important figures in the history of acting. Born in Russia in 1863, he became frustrated with the exaggerated and artificial style of acting that was common in theatres of the time. Actors often relied on dramatic…
Types of Pause in Speech and Drama
Pauses are one of the most powerful tools available to a speaker or performer. A well-placed pause can clarify meaning, create emotional impact, shape rhythm, or hold an audience in suspense. Below are several important kinds of pause commonly discussed in speech and…
Breathing for Speech
When we speak in public, we are not just “talking loudly.” Effective voice production and projection depend on how we breathe, how we control that breath, and how we use the structures of the body to turn air into sound. Examiners are particularly interested in…