GCSE Drama- physical acting skills 🎭 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the physical skills needed, for the physical interpretation of a character?
A
- gait and dynamics
- gestures
- stance
- posture and body language
- facial expressions
- eye contact
- proxemics
2
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What is gait ?
A
- gait, is a person’s manner of walking
3
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What are gestures ?
A
- gestures, means to use your hands- to highlight meaning or convey emotion
4
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What is body language ?
A
- body language, is the non-verbal way in which a person communicates their physical and mental state through using: facial expressions, gesture and posture.
5
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What is posture 🆚 stance ?
A
- posture is the position in which someone holds their body when standing or sitting.
- ; stance, is the way someone stands and is usually to do with feet positioning.
6
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What are facial expressions ?
A
- facial expressions, is using your face to communicate emotions and reactions.
7
Q
What is eye contact ?
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- eye contact, is the act of looking directly in the eyes of another person, as the other person looks at you.
8
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What are proxemics ?
A
- proxemics, is how close or near you are to others on stage.
