I have 5 parts - all non speaking (maybe next time I will speak) (I asked for non speaking 1st time around).
Any pointers? Hints? Advice? make-up posture facial expressions etc?
2007-10-29 08:51:06 · 4 answers · asked by Sunshine Girl 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting
the main thing that im sure the musical director has already told you, is to smile,and look like you are enjoying yourself!!
Even as a non speaking part you are an object on stage and thus creating a presence, and your presence will influence the overall look. If youre not smiling/enjoying then the audience will notice- it is a crucial part otherwise.
And heck- you SHOULD be enjoying yourself, so look like it!
In more practical terms relating to stage positioning- if you are in amateur dramatics and non-speaking this time then i presume you have small parts. But again, remember where you are and count your timing.
Be aware of others around you- last thing you want is to bump into someone or trip over your long frock down the stairs (as i saw happen once- not very nice!!).
Lastly have confidence in yourself, dont shy away and go for it- do it, be there, have the time of your life. The stage is your spotlight and time to shine.
Go for it girl and good luck in the future. x
2007-10-29 09:30:38 · answer #1 · answered by Skye_Babez 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Research each character as thoroughly as you can - write a back story for each one -= Yes, vary your posture - dress each character as differently as possible. Need a mustache or beard - make one! Have an experienced make up person dress your face. See if your director has any suggestions - have you been through a dress rehearsal yet? Be sure some one writes down the directors remarks - It would probably be advantageous to have your own dresser devoted to helping you change and handle your props.
2007-10-29 16:13:58 · answer #2 · answered by retmil 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Do the play as you rehearsed it. Do not add anything the director has not seen. Stay in character. Remember you are not the audience, you are an actor in the scene.
2007-10-29 16:34:30 · answer #3 · answered by Theatre Doc 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
To give you any advice about those things, we'd need to know what the characters are.
The best advice I can give you is to have fun, and always remember you're on stage so you watch the action and keep your hands away from your nose.
2007-10-29 15:58:43 · answer #4 · answered by Debdeb 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋