7 Rehearsal and Performance Free Online FlashCards

What is a character objective?

An objective is what a character is trying to achieve in a scene.

Why read the whole script before preparing a role?

Read the whole script to understand the story, relationships, and circumstances of each scene.

What does blocking mean in theatre?

Blocking is the planned movement and positioning in a performance.

What makes feedback useful in rehearsal?

Useful feedback describes an observable effect and suggests a next step.

When is a pause most effective in a scene?

A pause is strongest when the character has a reason to reconsider, listen, or change tactics.

Why warm up the body and voice before performing?

Warm the body and voice; breath, physical readiness, and vocal flexibility support clear, sustained delivery.

What is a tactic in acting?

A tactic is a particular way a character pursues an objective.

What distinction should actors make when analyzing a role?

Keep facts supplied by the script distinct from interpretations you invent.

How can actors practice memorizing lines?

Learn lines in manageable sections, speak them aloud, and practice with cue lines.

What should memorization make possible in performance?

Memorization should free attention for listening and responding, not make the scene a fixed recitation.

What should actors do when setting and repeating staging?

Record blocking, cues, props, and transitions, then repeat challenging sections until the action is clear and safe.

What is the purpose of running and refining a scene?

After running longer sections without stopping, identify specific moments to revisit.