![]() Having a clear message will focus your story. Know what you want to say with this story. When versions differ, point this out before or after the telling of your story. Do your research thoroughly, and don’t depend on one source for your information. When you tell a historical story, be aware that there might be other versions of this story. Research different versions of historical stories So tell these stories, but work through them first. However, unprocessed anger, grief, depression, etc., does not have a place on the stage. They have the power to connect your listeners deeply. Stories that profoundly touch your emotions are great to tell. Tell only personal stories that you have worked through When you visualize the scenes and talk about them, your audience will see them too.Ħ. When you memorize words, your audience will see you reading the auto-cue. Stories were usually not learned word by word but image by image. Oral storytelling comes from a time before reading and writing. Don’t memorize the words visualize the story Stretch the contrast in the story to stretch the drama and emotional involvement. Make a list of the contrasts in your story. Contrasts between good and evil, small and big, rich and poor, dreams and nightmares, intelligent and stupid. When you get lost during the telling, remember your structure. What is essential for understanding the story? All else you might forget during the telling, but your listeners need to hear this. Sharpen it by writing the story down in 5-7 sentences. Then, your listeners will feel that you know the story. Look at the setting, visualize the world. ![]() Look at the characters, their feelings, and their ideas. You need to know far more about the story and the ‘story world’ than what you are telling to your listeners. ![]()
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