I led a warm down exercise that helped the group end the session in a calm collected manner and is something I plan on developing so as to create something which explores not only physical but emotional and mental reflection. I also think that another positive contribution I made today was my openness to the session. Truthfully I did not know what to expect. but I tried to therefore expect nothing, just to go in with an open mind and a positive attitude.
What worked?
I think that the memory scenes worked because it allowed the group to get personally involved with the work in a creative way. I think using all our skills as artists will make it easier for both us and them. Letting use their own life experiences and sharing them in a way that isn't just talking will be a huge assistance when asking them to open up to us.
What didn't work?
I think the freeze frames need to be developed if they are to work. Observing the atmosphere when doing this exercise I noticed that this was the exercise in which the ball was dropped. It is not so active, in either talking or movement and I think that takes away some of the base elements that the group seem to enjoy.
What did I learn?
I learnt a very important, very basic lesson; in that space, when we are working together, there is no difference between us and them. It is a level playing field. Understanding this whilst still keeping a sense of professionalism is something that will be key to exploring and working with the group over the coming weeks.
What was our feedback?
We had feedback on particular areas our group would like to explore:
Susan- focus on her acting, allowing us to give her feedback so she can make considerable progress with her performance skills.
Sandra- a 60s style dance and a Sam Smith song
Peter- focus on writing either scripts or poetry.
I think all of these focuses work together well with both our aims and their own. We have a large group of actors in our group so that is something we can give to the group, especially Susan. Building her confidence and her delivery is a skill that will help her beyond our time with MIND. The dancing and singing will bring another dimension to our performance and will allow everyone in the group to get involved. Plus, giving it a 60s style will work very well with our memory work, with the dance acting as a way into those memories. Finally Peter's writing will help us create something physical for them to learn, creating a well rounded final piece.
Susan- focus on her acting, allowing us to give her feedback so she can make considerable progress with her performance skills.
Sandra- a 60s style dance and a Sam Smith song
Peter- focus on writing either scripts or poetry.
I think all of these focuses work together well with both our aims and their own. We have a large group of actors in our group so that is something we can give to the group, especially Susan. Building her confidence and her delivery is a skill that will help her beyond our time with MIND. The dancing and singing will bring another dimension to our performance and will allow everyone in the group to get involved. Plus, giving it a 60s style will work very well with our memory work, with the dance acting as a way into those memories. Finally Peter's writing will help us create something physical for them to learn, creating a well rounded final piece.
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