Characterisation Techniques Flashcards

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Character cards

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Written information about the characters background giving extra detail

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Improvisation

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Can be spontaneous or rehearsed, making up a story on the spot or using time to plan

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3
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Role play

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Taking on another characters attitudes and beliefs

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4
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Hot seating

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An interview like situation where one character is questioned about their life

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5
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Voices in head

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An angel and devil situation on the shoulder giving suggestions as to what to do next

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Writing in role

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A diary or letter entry written as the character

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7
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Thought tracking

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Character is stopped in the action and asked what they are thinking at that specific point in time

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8
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Thought tunnel

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Character walks down an avenue where other actors tell them their opinion of them

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