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Elements of Performance
Quick questions on The actor's voice explained: H2 Theatre Studies and Drama
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What is the voice as an instrument?Show answer
An actor's voice is a controllable instrument with several parameters that can be varied independently. Because meaning in speech is carried as much by how something is said as by the words themselves, mastering these parameters lets the actor shape interpretation precisely. The first step in analysing or making a vocal performance is to break the voice into its elements and consider each as a choice.
What is one-note delivery?Show answer
Using a single pitch, pace and volume throughout makes a performance monotonous; vary the elements to shape meaning and hold attention.
What is accent over clarity?Show answer
An accent that the audience cannot follow defeats its purpose; character placement must never sacrifice intelligibility.
What is q1?Show answer
Explain the difference between volume and projection. [3 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Describe how pitch and tone can change the meaning of a friendly-sounding line. [4 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Why is breath control important to an actor's voice? [3 marks]
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