We often hear that acting is reacting. But what happens when you do not have a co-actor to react to? How do you do this in a monologue and what can you use to trigger your emotions? This is where our imagination becomes our most important tool. Below is a very basic and simplified way for you to quickly analyze a scene. (Photo by Mike Palmowski, unsplash.com) Where are you? When you read the script, take note of the location of the scene. Knowing the location affects how someone speaks and moves. For example, if you are in a crowded restaurant and someone is arguing with you, you will more likely speak in a hush than openly shout. Who are you speaking to? Now let's say the person you are arguing with at the crowded restaurant is your mother. Imagine how you will speak to her. But the way you speak will likely be different if we change the mother to another character like let's say you are talking to your son or a family lawyer. What is happ...
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