Magic If
Who developed the concept of “Magic If”
Stanislavski
What are short sections that the actor breaks down to identify the objective clearly?
Beats/Bits
What is an internal monologue?
The characters inner thoughts and feelings that drive their actions
Why do we relax and concentrate before going on stage?
To relax their muscles to not feel tense and to reach a state of solitude.
In the Magic if, actors ask themselves what they would do in a given situation. This helps them connect with the character. This specific action is known as what?
Imagination
What are Beats/Bits?
Short sections that end with each change of the objective
What allows a performer to create an internal monologue?
Understanding the objectives and methods of a character
What are the five senses you use to create a sense of reality on stage?
Smell, touch, taste, sight, see
What question does the actor ask themselves when using the “Magic If” to create a truthful performance?
What if this situation happened to me?
How are beats/bits determined?
With the change of argument or emotion
Does this technique make each action feel spontaneous or scripted?
Spontaneous
There are 4 Stanislavski methods, name 2 you can recall.
Relaxation and concentration, using the senses, action versus emotion, and using your imagination to create real emotions on stage.