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Elements of Performance
Quick questions on Building a character for performance explained: H2 Theatre Studies and Drama
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What are vague, general choices?Show answer
Playing a "sad" or "angry" character without specific, consistent vocal and physical detail produces a type, not a person.
What is decorative choices unrooted in want?Show answer
Physical and vocal habits must serve the character's objective; otherwise they are decoration that does not drive the scene.
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Explain why textual analysis alone is not enough to build a character. [3 marks]
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Describe the difference between the inside-out and outside-in approaches. [4 marks]
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Why must an actor balance consistency with the character's arc? [3 marks]
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