Storytelling Vocab Words
What is "setting"?
When and where the story takes place
What is considered or included in a character's background?
Upbringing, birthday, their age, where they currently live or where they are from
List three vocab words from the Stage Fright Unit
Stage Fright
Confidence
Relaxation
Memorize
Projection
Posture
What are the three words that help with Stage Fright
*Hint: They all start with the letter R
Relax, Relate, Release
What is the word for "how the story unfolds"?
Plot
What part of the Characterization Chart describes how a person is
Personality Traits
What are 2 relaxation techniques we do in our Warmups
Breathing exercises
Stretches
What is the purpose of "Relax" before going on stage?
The purpose of relaxation techniques is to calm your nerves, refocus your attention, and improve vocal and mental delivery
What DRIVES the story?
Conflict
List three different relationships from the movie "Lion King"
Nala and Simba
Simba and Mufasa
Simba and Rafiki
etc.
What should you NOT do to look nervous on stage?
rocking back and forth
looking down
playing with your clothes
covering your face
etc.
How do you "relax" WHILE on stage?
Make sure you're breathing after each sentence
What's the difference between monologue and dialogue?
A monologue is a speech done by one person, and dialogue is a conversation between 2 or more people
List the 4 most important parts of the Characterization Chart
Background
Physical Appearance
Personality Traits
Relationships
Reading them out loud over and over
Writing them down
Recording yourself and listening to it
Choreography or Blocking
How can you relate to your audience?
Tell a story
Make them laugh
Ask questions
What three different Creativity Cards do you use to create a "prompt"?
Person
Setting
Activity
What is the difference between Quirks and Flaws
A quirk is a unique habit the character has. A flaw is an insecurity the character overcomes by the end of the story
What muscle do we use when Projecting?
Diaphragm
Why is it important to "release" after your performance
So you don't overthink and scare yourself for the NEXT time