creative response 2014 drama performance guidelines
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Creative Response 2014Drama Performance Guidelines
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Elements of Drama
Role & character
Focus
Tension
Time
Place
Situation
Space
Structure
Language
Sound
Movement
Rhythm
Moment
Atmosphere
Symbols
All work together to create:
Dramatic Meaning
Which results in:
Audience Engagement
http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/syllabus_sc/pdf_doc/drama_710_syllabus.pdf
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What Are We Looking For?
Length: 3-5 minutes. Ish.
What is your narrative?
Authenticity of voice, body language & costume
Use of space & set (don’t just use tables and chairs)
Mastery of the elements of drama
Expand our understanding of the themes & issues highlighted in your play
Close is not good enough, but it’s better than nothing.
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Narrative
Your story requires tension.
Where is the focus?
“Can I just stage part of the script?” Well, technically yes, but…
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Consider Voice
Variety of intonations
Variety of volumes
Variety of paces
Authenticity of emotion, accent, etc.
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Consider Posture
Approaching/warm Leaning forward in an attentive manner
Withdrawn/cold Drawing back or turning away
Proud/conceited Expanded chest, straight back, head held high &
raised shoulders
Sad/submissive Head/eyes downcast, body slumped, shoulders
drooping, chest sunken
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Consider Gesture
Hands up – surrender, peace
Head nod – agreement, attentive listening, excitement
Head shake – disagreement, disapproval
Hand clap – agreement, excitement
Finger point – directions, accusations
Hand covering mouth – lying
Hand covering face – afraid
Hands clenched – frustration
Hands fiddling – nervous
Fists clenched – angry
Nail-biting - insecure
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Consider Costuming & Setting
What space will you use & how?
What props do you need? (minimal is best)
What clothing do you need?
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Rationale
Mention your use of dramatic elements
Discuss use of symbolism
Demonstrate you were aware of your dramatic choices, and each choice had an impact
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Any Questions?Workshop Your Ideas