Common features Flashcards
What is Slow Motion in performance?
Performing actions as slowly as physically possible
Slow motion can enhance dramatic effect and emphasize specific moments.
Define Repetition in performance.
Saying a word or phrase multiple times in a row
Repetition can create rhythm and reinforce themes in a performance.
What does Closing In refer to in a performance context?
Getting closer to another performer
This technique can build tension or intimacy in a scene.
What is Freeze Frame in performance?
Stopping in a held position
Freeze frame is often used to highlight a moment or create a dramatic pause.
Define Circling in the context of performance.
Moving in a circle around another performer
Circling can create a sense of dynamics and interaction between performers.
What is Physical Theatre?
Using your body to create objects, characters or atmosphere
Physical theatre emphasizes movement and physicality over spoken dialogue.