Have you ever watched those "Z" movies, you know the ones that are so bad you watch because you can't believe they were even made. Well, try watching them again and this time pay attenton to the performances. Bet you know they're acting.
That is not the way it is done!
How about that speech you heard. You could tell they were following their notes, or saying the words they rehearsed with not a bit of finesse.
That is not the way it is done!
I spoke about preparation. Well, if you know your work well enough you can relax and make it natural. It really will make all the difference in the world about the way you are accepted. Think about it! Would you rather watch a movie where you can't tell the actors are acting? How about the salesman who really believes what he is saying, even if it is a 'set' speech? Don't forget the speaker who speaks with passions and confidence, hey bet you believe him/her.
The key is to perform without letting them know you are. Simple concept, but it does require work. So what do you want to be?
Monday, February 9, 2009
Sunday, February 8, 2009
getting ready
Many people think that preparing for a role on stage, screen or even that big speech is difficult. I would disagree. It is hard but not difficult.
What do I mean by that? Well, you see preparing is just answering questions about who you are, where are you, what are you doing, when is it happening and how does it affect you. Sounds like English class doesn't it. Well, answering those five questions will place you where you need to be at any point in a script or speech. That is not difficult. The problem is many of us don't want to take the time to do the prep work. That is the hard part, taking the time and really digging into what is needed.
If you understand what you are after, where you want to go, how you plan to get there, etc. You see how using the who, what, when, where and why/how can make a difference. So the next time you tackle a role or prepare for the big speech, take the time to work through and understand. It will go a long way toward getting you where you want to go.
What do I mean by that? Well, you see preparing is just answering questions about who you are, where are you, what are you doing, when is it happening and how does it affect you. Sounds like English class doesn't it. Well, answering those five questions will place you where you need to be at any point in a script or speech. That is not difficult. The problem is many of us don't want to take the time to do the prep work. That is the hard part, taking the time and really digging into what is needed.
If you understand what you are after, where you want to go, how you plan to get there, etc. You see how using the who, what, when, where and why/how can make a difference. So the next time you tackle a role or prepare for the big speech, take the time to work through and understand. It will go a long way toward getting you where you want to go.
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