Using "emotional memory" to recall personal past experiences to trigger authentic onstage feelings [2].
Grief pulls the body inward and down [1]. Pride or anger expands the chest and lifts the chin [1]. Acting emotions: Shaping emotions on stage
Nervousness speeds up movement and speech [1, 2]. Confidence or sadness slows it down [1, 2]. ⚡ The Danger of Over-Acting Using "emotional memory" to recall personal past experiences
Real emotion comes from reacting, not just acting. Acting emotions: Shaping emotions on stage
The biggest challenge on stage is maintaining size without losing truth [4]. Volume does not equal intensity.
Focusing on your scene partner to create spontaneous, truthful emotional reactions [2].
Tension in the neck and shoulders kills real emotion.