Getting stuck in your line readings? What if I told you the key was to talk like a robot?
Tom Draper’s Acting Project Tom Draper’s Acting Project
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 Published On Aug 21, 2024

Let’s break this down. When you’re rehearsing and find yourself stuck, it's time to shake things up. One of the best ways to do this is by changing how you deliver your lines. Try saying them like a robot—literally. This might sound strange, but it’s a powerful exercise. Speaking in a monotone, robotic voice strips away the emotions and inflections, forcing you to focus solely on the words themselves. It helps you detach from the pressure of "getting it right" and allows the lines to sink into your muscle memory.

But don’t stop there. Mix it up with accents, whether you’re great at them or not. The point isn’t perfection; it’s about breaking out of your usual patterns. When you layer these different approaches—robotic, accented, or even singing the lines—you’re training your brain and body to internalize the script in multiple ways. This versatility frees you from being locked into one specific way of delivering a line, making you more adaptable and spontaneous during performance.

These rehearsal exercises are all about getting the lines to stick to you, not just in one rigid form, but in a fluid, adaptable way that serves the performance. So next time you’re stuck, remember: think like a robot, sing it out, or throw in an accent. It might just be the breakthrough you need!
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