General Theory Flashcards
EoTC: Cohesion
Defn’: the unity and balance of various aspects of the interpretation
EoTC: Variation
Defn’: changes to the dynamic
Conflict: physical or intellectual, an obstacle to goal.
Energy: intentional manipulation of intensity
Intensity: amount of energy
Tension: dramatic tension, suspense, plot unfolding
Use of Space: manipulation of the acting space, factors include theatre style, setting, vision, type of stage, audience placement
EoTC: Emphasis
Defn’: when aspects of the interpretation are given particular focus; importance or prominence
EoTC: Rhythm
Pace: particular rate/speed at which things occur
Timing: duration in which elements of interpretation take place and when things need to occur. Enhances comic timing or dramatic tension
Tempo: pace and timing but deliberately manipulated for desired effect
factors: emotional intensity, scene transitions, design elements
EoTC: Contrast
Defn’: the juxtaposition of seemingly different or opposing aspects or qualities within interpretation
EoTC: Motion
Defn’: movement or implied movement of actors or design features
Arrangement: way things are put together for desired effect, planned rather than accidental vibe
Pattern: particular scheme applied, repetition
Position: moved/placed particularly
Proportion: two things are related in space in terms of size, number, ration, dimensions etc
Spacial Flow: extent to which the way motion moves smoothly, continuously, effortlessly. possibly deliberately interrupted.
Elements of Theatre Composition:
MR VECC
(Motion, Rhythm, Variation, Emphasis, Contrast, Cohesion)
Acting Skills list:
Voice, movement, facial expression, gesture
Acting Skill: Facial Expression
- facial expression conveys meanings clearly understood
- variety
- convey characteristics
- theatre style
- meaning, mood or emotion
Acting Skill: Voice
- Projection: loudness
- Diction: enunciation
- Tone: convey feeling/emotion
- Timing: speed + pace
- Inflection: emphasis
- Breathing: control over breath
- Vocal Variety: changes
- Resonance
- Pitch: high or low
Acting Skill: Gesture
how to convey feeling, mood, emotion or concept, can be literal or symbolic
- vocal: scream, sigh, whistle laugh
- full body or part body
- spatial: use of body in space/ relation to other objects
- codified gesture: signify melodrama
Acting Skills: Movement
- Gait: way of walking
- Rhythm of movement: pattern + tempo
- Dynamics: shape and speed
- Physical Variety: range of movements + height
- Tempo Variety: diff speed show emotional state
Character: Motivation
driving force/ intention behind actions
Character: Objectives
wants, goals, aims
Character: Function and Purpose
why character is in play, effect on play
