Performance Flashcards
(23 cards)
Performance concepts
How you use voice and movement
Accent
Way of speaking used in a local area or country
Articulation
Clear pronunciation of words
Emphasis
The stress on a word or phrase
Intonation
Rising and falling of voice in speech
Pace
Speed of speech or movement
Pitch
How high or low the voice is
Register
Appropriate speech for the person being spoken to
Volume
Loudness or quietness of the voice
Pause
A break in speaking
Fluency
Natural flowing speech
Clarity
Clearness of the voice
Tone
Change of voice to express emotion
Gesture
Arm or head movement which has a meaning
Body language
The message the position of movement of your body gives the audience
Facial expression
A look on the face of the actor which shows emotion
Posture
How the actor holds their body
Eye contact
Looking directly or indirectly at someone else
Positioning
Where you are positioned on the stage
Stance
How a character stands
Gait
How a character walks
Mannerisms
Repetitive gestures
Proxemics
The distance between two characters to show their relationship
