ENSEMBLE WORK

ENSEMBLE ACTING

• Demands interplay/interaction
• Must pay attention to the goings on around them
• Communicate the "illusion of the first time"
• Interact purposefully with fellow actors

Ensemble Ethic - working for the good of the group rather than for the individual

ENSEMBLE ACTOR'S SAFETY NET

• Close ties to other characters
• No time for private speculations
• Learn lines well

Trust builds slowly and is destroyed quickly.

PREPARE SOMETHING

• Choose the situation
• Develop relationships
• Decide objectives as a group
• Work alone to develop your character
• Decide opening line and sequence of events

STAGE ETIQUETTE

FOR THE ACTOR

• Be on time to rehearsals and performances
• Know your lines
• Pick up your cues
• Don't step on another actor's lines
• Avoid stealing focus (over acting)

FOR THE DIRECTOR

• Set the schedule and stick to it
• Listen respectfully to the thoughts of others involved
• Use positive and encouraging words

FOR THE DESIGNER

• Talk to the cast and crew before finalizing concept
• Alter your design according to feedback

FOR TECH PROFESSIONALS

• Always keep tools in proper location
• Maintain respect for the needs of other professionals
• Safety first

WARM UP

PREPARE SOMETHING

• Choose the situation
• Develop relationships
• Decide objectives as a group
• Work alone to develop your character
• Decide opening line and sequence of events