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An actor always performs with a clear purpose or motivation in mind. When you’re thinking about your next high-stakes situation, ask yourself the same question that actors ask when developing a character: “What’s my end goal?”
Think about your long-term objective, not just the immediate one.
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We can use performance techniques off stage to create a reality of our choosing.
Using acting techniques isn’t the same thing as manipulating people, or being phony or fake. Instead, it’s about communicating in a way that moves others to see your point of view and, at times, act in y...
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Many of us stick to playing it safe, but that’s the killer of any great performance.
There’s no magic trick for dissolving fear, but you can manage it: Before you go into a situation that matters, take some time to identify your greatest fear or fears. Be as specific as possible and ...
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... and how you want them to feel. The choices made by an actor during a performance — in speech and movement — are in the service of attaining their goal and achieving a specific impact on their audience.
Not everything you say or do is going to work, but if you can fluidly play one...
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