Yesterday, I attended a first person arts show at the upenn rotunda. My friend Paula and I cooled off by sitting directly in front of the window fan.
The performers? Well, some read not too well what they beautifully wrote. So, a tip to those who need to read a little more than they should.
Remember, the script is a person's face--it is another audience member. When you read, don't go blank. Look at the text passionately, using facial expression as your eyes pick up the words. Always end a line looking up, so that the punches of the punch lines are felt.
Also, try not to drop your whole head--just drop your eyes to the text so that we can still see much of your face. It never fails hat those with bangs or straggly hair drop their entire heads to read, preventing the audience to see he face, let alone facial expression and eye expression.
More on this later.
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