Congratulations to the entire class -- our Melodramatic Monday rehearsal went very smoothly and I hope that you received constructive feedback from our PNC evaluators! Here are some general tips to consider as you practice and refine your performance this week before going into the schools on Monday:
- Remember, the essence of the performance is on your voice. The minimal use of props and staging today was very appropriate for this. Consider wearing similar, plain clothing, too.
- Use your voices by projecting up and out! If you are sitting in a chair, then sit up straight. Many of you had wonderful voice changes to show different characters. It's really okay to over-act, exaggerate! Make eye contact so that your voice doesn't get lost in the script.
- Speaking of scripts, is there a creative and efficient way for your groups to handle the script? Think about the presentation -- would using the same-colored folder or binder eliminate the distraction of flipping pages?
- One of the most important uses of Reader's Theater is to promote fluency. You are modeling this for the teachers and the children, so practice, practice, practice! Is there a spot in the script for a choral or partner reading? This would also be a dramatic touch!
- Finally, don't forget to connect this performance with your big idea! Many of the groups did this in a very natural and authentic way.
What audience feedback did you receive that was especially helpful? How will your Learning Club be revising/polishing/rehearsing this week to prepare for Monday's performances?
One comment that we received that I thought was interesting is that someone wanted us to introduce ourselves, our names and the characters we were playing.
ReplyDeleteWe are looking at a few things such as our props, clothing and organization a little bit before Monday.
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