A penny for the old guy. :)
The trad kids presented these commandments today, and they were surprisingly entertaining. And informative. And (god forbid) interesting. :D
1. Research your character
(motivations, traits, past, more than just the script, look into it)
2. Read thy script every day
(makes ad-libbing easier, always bring pencil)
3. Thou Shalt Warm Up Properly
(includes body AND voice)
4. Thou shalt respect the history of the theater
(rehearsal ettiquette, especially backstage)
5. Thou shalt honor the acting process of the actor
(don't get in the way of other actors)
6. Really LISTEN ON STAGE
(make it a conversation, easier to respond/react)
7. Remember the magic "if"
(have the imagination of a child, ask yourself "if it was real....?")
8. Concentrate within your circle of attention
(be absorbed in your character/scene)
9. Accept criticism with grace
(you can't please everyone, take everything-- good and bad-- with a pinch of salt)
10. Maintain good health
(nutrition and sleep are important for actors too, rigorous job)
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