Transitions

Transitions

1. Theme

   • Tableau x2 - ensemble creates a tableau for each scene, cast considers similarities and differences between the two by comparing/contrasting to gain insights
   • "On my Command' - director calls a series of commands such as 'sky, floor, centre, walls'. The ensemble continue without the commands - Woyzeck does the opposite to the rest of the ensemble to highlight themes of isolation/confustion
   • Metaphor - ensemble creates a tableau to reflect a metaphor in each scene
   • "Walk, Clap/Freeze, Pose" - Director calls the series of commands, adding a theme/issue after the clap; actors create a still image/pose to reflect the theme

2. Mood/Atmosphere

   • Respond to Music - director selects 2 pieces of music, actors respond using movement, compare and contrast
   • Entrances and Exits - experiment with actors entering and exiting at various points; reflect insights regarding stage type/audience impact
   • Drumming - crowd scenes enter/exit to the beat, variations of pace, rhythm and tempo for the end of one scene and the beginning of another
   • Narration - actors improvise a narration to create a link between two scenes and provide insight
   • Lighting States - explore the impact of different lighting states at the end of one scene and the beginning of another; e.g. full wash to spotlight and vice versa
   • Alexander Technique - Breath - slow intake of breath, exhale the emotion of the lines at the end of one scene and the beginning of the next
   • Identify the mood at the end of one scene and the beginning of another