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aCTIVITy 4.17
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Facing the Challenge of performance
my Notes
Memorization Tips
Memorizing lines is a key part of delivering a good performance. Think about school plays you may have seen. Characters who deliver their lines clearly and without hesitation perform well.
Tip 1: Repeat, Repeat, Repeat, Repeat
Say the line over and over, but do it one word at a time, returning to the beginning of the line each time.
Example: Line 108 from Scene 5: “If we offend, it is with our good will.”
“If.” “If we.” “If we offend.” “If we offend, it.” “If we offend, it is.” “If we offend, it is with.” “If we offend, it is with our.” “If we offend, it is with our good.” “If we
offend, it is with our good will.”
Tip 2: Recite and Erase
Write your line(s) on a whiteboard, and then practice the words.
• Recite the line.
• Erase a word or phrase, and recite the missing piece from memory.
• Repeat the process until all the words have disappeared and you are saying the line(s) from memory.
6. Discuss other tips your peers may have for memorizing lines. Then, select your hardest line to memorize and use the memorization tips to work on it.
Check Your Understanding
Describe at least three strategies you can use to overcome stage fright. How will you remind yourself of those strategies on the day of the performance?
INdepeNdeNT
readING lINk
Read and Discuss
Think about the play you
are reading independently. Which of your friends or family members would you cast in the lead roles? Why? Come up with your cast and justify your choices based on personality, appearance, or other characteristics.
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