As you prepare your scenes, we encourage your team to work toward these 5 goals…
WHAT DOES THIS LOOK LIKE TO YOUR AUDIENCE?
1) BE SEEN!
You use your body and facial expressions to communicate the essence of your character. We understand who your character is—and their relationship to others—by how you hold your body and how you move. The operative word here is YOU! We want to see your spirit embody this character!
2) BE HEARD!
You project your voice with power and intention, and use your voice to communicate the meaning of the language. We experience the energy of Shakespeare’s language through the words you speak.
3) BE CREATIVE!
Your choices of text, staging, and interpretation provide a fresh take on the material and are true to your team and school community. We see moments in these plays in ways we’ve never seen before and learn something about you—through Shakespeare.
4) TAKE RISKS!
You fully commit to your choices, and demonstrate confidence and energy. We are drawn in by your enthusiasm, and by your bravery.
5) PLAY AS AN ENSEMBLE!
You perform as a cohesive group, with each member supporting one another to perform at their best. We see your team working together as a unit, supporting, connecting, and responding to one another on stage.