In all honesty, and I know this may sound a little on the pathetic side, I don't really have much of a life outside of theater! I spend the large majority of my time working on projects that are somehow linked to acting, singing, or other aspects of the theater world. However, what is contained in Meisner's book can definitely be applied to everyday life, and I do appreciate that aspect of his technique very much.
The main focus of the Meisner technique is relying on instincts - they should drive all action, and nothing should be forced unless your impulses or your scene partner's impulses make you do it. I think that this idea would actually really help me in life in general - I tend to overthink and overanalyze things, so relying on my basic instincts and impulses would be a wonderful change for me. Whether it's in social situations, personal situations, or under any other circumstances, a person's basic instincts are often correct from the very beginning, and I think that I usually take mine for granted. By following my instincts more often, I believe that my life will become a little less complicated and stress-free, and I have Sandy to thank for that.
Quote of the week:
"God almighty, woman, stop acting! I can't stand it!"
No comments:
Post a Comment