Quote of the week

JENN (as the Master Thespian): Look! The face of death is near! And so, I flail!

ASHARA: Flail. Flail.

This isn't from the one I'm quoting but it is epic and very OROTUND! Acting! Brilliant! Thank you!!

https://vimeo.com/15476780

Character Image and Readings

Both the Comedy of Manners and the Personal Body Spaces were cool. Comedy of Manners gave a lot of information on the working of comedy of manners and a good plenty of examples. Personal Body Spaces was beyond fascinating. I never realized we held so much space in so many different ways. It makes sense, I just never thought about it that way. An audio and vocal sphere makes sense once you think about it. Would have never called that personal space, though.

I dance. Not professionally and gods know I don't take lessons any more, but I took ballet when I was little and my body retained the ability to find the music and move with it. My mom does social country dance regularly so she's taught me the two step, a handful of line dances, and other dances. My youngest brother does ballroom so I've had a bit of a taste of those dances as well, though I am less familiar with them. The chapters in the book - well, the first chapter in the book was understandable and helpful. The dances would be different for on and off stage. Different layout, different reading. The dances in the book were interesting to read. I liked the dialogue with the Questions For the Experts. It was nice to see more than just a single opinion about things. The Rehearsal Notes were a good reminder for what we had learned as well as a nice introduction to what we're starting.

Also, I'm gonna be late. ^_^

Costuming for Comedy of Manners

Now that I'm able to post things...! Here is my idea of what Lydia might be wearing... I chose something in that lighter color because it instantly made me think of a highly fawned over young lady in plays and movies, they're always looking so delicate in light colors.

Image from:  https://neverlight.com/~madame.s/Costume%20movies/Marie%20Antoinette%202006/MA%20blue%20polonaise%20front.jpg

Body wisdom readings

I jumped the gun on talking comedy of manners because...why not! I love comedy of manners!

Getting into some real abstract concepts in the body wisdom reading. A lot of talk about personal space spheres, and its not about your actual personal bubble. (I was thinking about that ice breakers commercial where it has public space vs. personal space vs. ice breakers space xD)

The personal space spheres (from my understanding) seemed to be what was within the reach of your own, physically, vocally etc. Very interesting concept to think about having our on little space sphere around us that is within the reach of our own ability. Gives a whole new meaning to personal bubble!

Costume for Julia

For Feb. 27

We have added the reading "Comedy of Manners" to our readings for next time. It's on e-reserve. Make up your reading response for this week by Monday here on the blog.

Also don't forget to bring costume pieces to class!

Men: bathrobe, tight pants, (rolled up pants), heels or dress shoes, button up shirt, vest, jacket, belt (for swords), scarf and/or tie

Women: as many and as long skirts as you possibly can, heels, a hanky or fan, bodice or corset if you have it

Try your best to be off-book by next class, as we will workshop these scenes.

Image from: http://www.americanrevolution.org/clothing/clothing3.php

Comedy of Manners

Well, I am going to make a post about comedy of manners anyways! It seems very fitting with the scenes we are jumping into. I personally love comedy of manners because it's all about keeping a sense of decorum, even when you're at your worst.

I love the importance of being Earnest for exploring this, but it is the same idea because it is a style. The idea of being polite even when you are being rude, that is what makes it all so humorous.