Directing Tools - The Actor's Language

Directing Tools – The Actor’s Language

Posted on April 29, 2011 in Directing | 1 Comment

For some first time directors, the world of the actor is a foreign place full of strange words like “motivation”. Here’s a breakdown of some of the terms an actor must think about when they are preparing for a scene.

…To find a character they are playing, actors must surrender
completely to feelings and impulses – they must allow
themselves to be vulnerable. As a result, actors want to work
with Directors who can create a safe place for them to perform
and who understand their vulnerabilities.

Actors also want to work with directors who understand their
specific working language. When a director understands the
actor’s language, they will be able to communicate with the
actors more efficiently, which will help them to achieve more
believable and well-grounded performances.

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