Speech and Stage Arts
Speech and Stage Arts
Speech and Stage Arts
a. Solo interpretation
b. Group interpretation
• Reading concert – also known as Readers Theatre- oral reading
activity with speakers presenting literature in a dramatic form
• Chamber Theater – theatrical approach to performing narrative
literature
• Speech Choir – also choral reading, choric interpretation, vocal
orchestration – ensemble reading technique where a group of
readers recite as one in coordinated voices and related
interpretation : (1) reading in unison – several voices sound like one
instrument, (2) solo and chorus – soloists recite lines and chorus
recites refrains, (3) responsive reading – lines are recited alternately
by solo or chorus
• Uses of Gestures
a. to point the location of objects usually in the sight of the audience but
they may be in the imagination
b. to give emphasis to statements or to ask questions
c. to entreat/plead for something
d. to picture an object
e. to stimulate the imagination
Parts of a Gesture
a. Preparation consists of taking the hand to the point where the stroke or
emphasis occurs.
b. Stroke is a definite action to emphasize, supplement, describe or
suggest the thought being expressed.
c. Return brings the arm and the hand easily back to the resting position
Common Sins in the Use of Gesture
a. Random action includes fidgeting with pencils, button, bracelets,
beads, pockets, coat lapels, wiggling; doing dance strokes with heels or
soles; rubbing chin and nose; running fingers through the hair; taking
eyeglasses off and putting them on
b. Perpetual motion is a constant and continued use of hands will hinder
reinforcement of meaning.
c. Abortive gesture is an incomplete or not adequately executed
movement.
5th Principle: AUDIENCE RAPPORT - "Building rapport" is the name given to
the process of creating an understanding and harmonious bond between
yourself and someone else. Good rapport ensures that the message will
be actively listened to.
Rapport builders include:
dressing and grooming appropriately for the occasion
being organized, ready with suitable content
demonstrating in your opening statements that you know who you're
talking to because you've done your homework
using inclusive language - "we" rather than "I"
identifying and emphasizing your common ground respectfully and
sincerely
avoiding jargon unless everyone knows what you're talking about
showing that you're human too by sharing personal experience in the
stories you tell
being mindful of body language and making eye contact
appearing confident, positive, in control and open
understanding the impact of your vocal delivery