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Wayne G Sweat
How do you memorize a script?

I'm in the process of typing the script in the format that I like (large red font for my lines, large italics and font for my blocking "stage direction" for example). What other tricks do you guys do to memorize your lines?

Sylvie Cohen

Thank you so much both of you for sharing!

Lynne Edwards-Todd

I record my scenes and listen to the recording repeating my lines with the recording. Then I record only the other characters lines and say my lines while i listen to the reording of the other dialogue. Works for me.

Folami Williams

I have to agree with Mr. Marshall....its the constant going over the script again and again until its in your head, under your skin! I recommend getting the body involved in your process. Things like...

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Douglas Wertz

All great tips. To each his own but finding that can certainly be demanding. I've been acting/directing on different levels for over 30 years. As an actor, I have found recording the lines help tremen...

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Laura Vogels

If you are willing to spend twenty bucks, I swear by the rehearsal app. You can import any pdf file, highlight your lines (black 'em out and see them again with a tap), record the other persons lines,...

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Katarina Sandell
Acting A Sad Scene

I always have a hard time pretending to cry or make real tears come out while trying to act out a sad scene. I have tried ever method that I'VE heard of so far. But I can just never figure out how to make it seem realistic.

Katarina Sandell

Thank you Jesse I will try this the next time an emotional scene comes up! :)

Douglas Wertz

I would agree with Jesse to stay in the moment. The script can only tell the story if you only look at the lines.It is up to the actor to bring to life through emotion, articulation, physical movement...

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Katarina Sandell

Thanks Douglas! You guys are a real help!

Douglas Wertz
First Love

Acting. I really appreciate the add requests to the networking here. In Central Ohio where there really isn't a lot of real opportunity for talent. Film and television are a passion as well a live theater. There is live theater opportunity but without financial gain. Hopefully, this site, with the d...

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Douglas Wertz
New to Stage 32 and thought I…

New to Stage 32 and thought I would give it whirl. I'd like to know more of your stories on getting started, where you are now and the struggles you face in one of the most competitive markets in the world.

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Like you Brandi, I keep moving. Things seem to work out for the best by movement.

Brandi Alyssa Young

Finding Nemo Just keep swimming, swimming, swimming.

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You got that right!

Brandi Alyssa Young

:-)

Brandi Alyssa Young

Absolutely, Richard!

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