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Expressing yourself confidently through theatre can be a transformative and empowering experience. Here are some steps and tips to help you harness the power of theatre for self-expression: 🌥️Develop Stage Presence Confidence: Carry yourself with confidence on stage. Stand tall, make eye contact, and use open body language. Engagement: Maintain a strong connection with your fellow actors and the audience throughout the performance. 🌥️Use Your Body Effectively Movement: Use purposeful movements to convey your character’s emotions and intentions. Practice gestures, postures, and facial expressions. Space Utilization: Be aware of the stage space and use it dynamically to enhance your performance. 🌥️Perform Regularly Experience: Take every opportunity to perform, whether in school plays, community theatre, or professional productions. The more you perform, the more confident you will become. Variety: Experiment with different genres and styles of theatre to broaden your range and versatility. #cathartic #theatretherapy #healyourinnerchild #transformationaltheatrecoach #theatre #therapy #theatreofthefuture #theatreoftommorrow #digitaltheatre #digitaltransformation #theatre #therapy

A maths question for you:  Imagine a theatre company are putting on Romeo and Juliet for a 10 day run, and they've got extra shows on the 2nd and 6th days. On the 7th day during the party scene in Act 1 how many times have Romeo and Juliet met? For those not familiar with Romeo and juliet - the Party scene is the first meeting of the two star crossed lovers and for those who knew that and are still counting on your fingers, the answer is 1. Or you could say it's a trick question... You see, whether the actors have done 1 show or 100 shows, the audience should believe that the first meeting is always the first. Now as a Theatre geek turned Event prof I try and use the same equation every time I run an event. However many times you have done the same event the experience should always feel special to your audience - not just those attending for the first time but those who keep returning. By all means throw an experience in for those returners and don't say "hello nice to meet you" to Jim who you've known since 2012. But that feeling, that butterflies feeling your audience gets when they sit down to watch the first presentation for the first time, it's our responsibility to keep pouring that on an unlimited tap every time you hold an event. Hopefully this post didn't end too tragically. #EventProfs #Hybrid #Live #Events #EventOrganisers #theatre #RomeoJuliet

In our productions the actors on stage become a mirror reflecting the human experience and the stories unfolding can often be the awakening of something dormant within ourselves. "Theatre can make us believe, not just in something 'out there', but predominantly in something 'in there', inside of each and every one of us." Theatre has always been more than just a performance; it's a communion of souls, a shared exploration of the human condition. As the characters come to life, you will not be merely spectators, but active participants in the unfolding drama. Through their triumphs and tribulations, joys and sorrows, we catch glimpses of our own struggles and victories mirrored in their stories. Each performance is a mirror held up to our own lives, inviting us to confront our fears, embrace our vulnerabilities, and celebrate our strengths. In the hushed moments of revelation, we find echoes of our own innermost thoughts, fears, and desires reverberating through the theatre walls. For in the sacred space between the stage and the audience lies the power to believe—not just in something 'out there', but predominantly in something 'in there', inside each and every one of us. #TheatreLife #ActorsLife #StageReflections #TheatreMagic #EmbraceVulnerability #CelebratingStrengths #TheatreInspiringChange

In our productions the actors on stage become a mirror reflecting the human experience and the stories unfolding can often be the awakening of something dormant within ourselves. "Theatre can make us believe, not just in something 'out there', but predominantly in something 'in there', inside of each and every one of us." Theatre has always been more than just a performance; it's a communion of souls, a shared exploration of the human condition. As the characters come to life, you will not be merely spectators, but active participants in the unfolding drama. Through their triumphs and tribulations, joys and sorrows, we catch glimpses of our own struggles and victories mirrored in their stories. Each performance is a mirror held up to our own lives, inviting us to confront our fears, embrace our vulnerabilities, and celebrate our strengths. In the hushed moments of revelation, we find echoes of our own innermost thoughts, fears, and desires reverberating through the theatre walls. For in the sacred space between the stage and the audience lies the power to believe—not just in something 'out there', but predominantly in something 'in there', inside each and every one of us. #TheatreLife #ActorsLife #StageReflections #TheatreMagic #EmbraceVulnerability #CelebratingStrengths #TheatreInspiringChange

Voice and speech are fundamental components of theatre performance, essential for delivering clear, compelling, and emotionally resonant performances. Key Elements of Theatre Voice and Speech Breath Control: Proper breath support is crucial for maintaining volume and clarity without straining the voice. Articulation: Clear articulation ensures that every word is understood by the audience. Projection: The ability to project your voice ensures it reaches the entire audience, even in large theatres. Resonance: Developing a resonant voice adds richness and depth to your speech. Pitch and Tone: Varying pitch and tone adds emotional nuance and keeps the audience engaged. Pacing and Pauses: Effective use of pacing and strategic pauses can heighten drama and emphasize key points. Diction: Precise diction helps in delivering lines with clarity and impact. By consistently practicing these techniques and incorporating them into your rehearsal routine, you can develop a powerful, versatile voice that enhances your theatre performances. #cathartic #theatretherapy #healyourinnerchild #transformationaltheatrecoach #theatre #therapy #theatreofthefuture #theatreoftommorrow #digitaltheatre #digitaltransformation #theatre #therapy

Summary: FQ tip - Using a run through is a great way to find gaps and make improvements I recently had the privilege of seeing a dress rehearsal for a new West End play. It is called Vanya and stars the excellent Andrew Scott (of Sherlock and Fleabag fame). A dress rehearsal is no regular performance; it's used before the paying public see the show as a way to test that everything goes smoothly otherwise to identify any problems and fix them ahead of launch. This is such an amazing thing to do so that when it goes live it can be as smooth as possible. This process is one to enhance focus (FQ) and effectiveness. It's a process we can all adopt in life be it for work or otherwise. By taking the time to run through things ahead of launch you can make sure it is up to scratch and not beset with any problems. It's something we, at Shiageto Consulting, regularly do with clients to make their strategies or ideas better. The question is: how often do you do a dress rehearsal? Your FQ may be missing out if you don't P. S. Go see the show, it's very impressive #effectiveness #focus #fq #theatre #dressrehearsal #problemsolving #vanya

Great to get back to my GTT course today on “Explaining”. It’s all about refining your explanations as an educator to maximise effectiveness. I am a big believer that the attention our students and teams give us is precious and we should ensure that we respect it with conscise and clear explanations. A few thoughts from this week: - Good explainations render the abstract concrete - They are concise, appropriate and engaging - They limit the amount of cognitive load - They “front-load” key information - They begin with what is already familiar and gradually bring in new or unfamiliar content #teachingandlearning #education #arts #theatre #directing #gtt

Embrace your superpower: Vulnerability! 💪 When you step onto the stage, don't be afraid to let your emotions shine through. Your authenticity is the key to forging a deep connection with your audience. As you share your truth and allow yourself to be vulnerable, you invite others to do the same. In this shared space of honesty and raw emotion, bonds are formed, hearts are touched, and magic happens. So, make friends with your feelings and watch as they become the cornerstone of your most powerful performances. 🌟🎭 #EmbraceVulnerability #ConnectThroughFeelings #AuthenticPerformance #methodacting #strasbergmethod #actingstudent #theatre #filmandtv #filmactor #actingcoach #actingclass #ActorTraining #ActorsLife #AuditionPrep #DramaSchool #CharacterDevelopment #PerformanceArt #MethodActingClass #ActingTechniques #StageCraft #ActingCommunity #ActorsWorkshop #ActingCareer