Performing for the first time before a huge audience can make one nervous. However, staying in control and remaining confident is the best way to keep an audience engaged. The following are some tips for beginner performers.
Exercise Spatial Awareness Before a performance begins, it can be helpful to do a physical run through to become acquainted with your environment. When you do this, you get the opportunity to survey the stage and check for stage lighting equipment, mic stands, and the presence of any slopes or steps, especially between the upstage and downstage. Avoid Awkward Silent Moments Moments of silence happen frequently in performance, especially when performers pause to take a break in preparation for the next song. However, when silence lasts too long, an audience can quickly lose interest in the performance. Fill the silence by making a joke or telling a brief story to maintain the energy of the performance and keep the audience engaged. It's helpful to have a few stories rehearsed - you can even make notes on your set list to remind you of what they are. Create Special Moments Performers should work on the flow of their show and look for an opportunity to create a special moment - something that changes the energy and refocuses the audience. For musicians, for example, doing an acoustic song or slowing down for a ballad helps to break the monotony of a performance and allows an audience to engage or connect with a performer on a deeper level. Another way to do this is to find a song with an easy sing-along part, and lead the audience in a call-and-response.
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AuthorSiobahn Hotaling - Project Consultant at Adaption Institute. Archives
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