🎭 Scene Rehearsal 

✅ 1. First Read (Cold Read)

• Read the scene aloud once with no acting.

• Identify who is in the scene and what is happening.

• Identify any confusing words or references - you need to know what your lines are actually saying!

✅ 2. Character Dissection

• What does my character want?

• What is in the way?

• What tactics does my character use?

• What are the stakes?

• Break the scene into key moments (beats).

✅ 3. Expression

• Write what your character is really saying under each line.

• Try saying the line with different emotional intentions.

✅ 4. Stage Blocking (see diagram)

• Mark where you start.

• Plan your crosses, sits, stands, and interactions.

• Check sightlines (can the audience see you?  Have a classmate view from the audience's perspective).

• Connect movement to intention (“I move away because I feel hurt”).  Should your character move with hesitation, urgency, etc?

✅ 5. Memorization

• Memorize lines beat by beat.

• Practice cue pickup (respond quickly when your partner finishes).

• Run lines with a partner.

✅ 6. Rehearsal

• Walk through the scene slowly.

• Add blocking.

• Add emotional choices.

• Adjust pacing, volume, and clarity.

• Practice transitions between beats.

✅ 7. Refinement

• Check vocal clarity.

• Check physical choices (gestures, posture).

• Check emotional consistency.

• Check relationship dynamics (eye contact, proximity).

✅ 8. Performance Readiness

• Run the scene off‑book with full blocking.

• Add props or simple costume pieces.

• Practice entrances/exits.

• Practice recovering from mistakes.

✅ 9. Reflection

• What worked well?

• What changed during rehearsal?

• What would you do differently next time?

• What did your partner do that helped the scene?