Art Gallery

Exercise Beginner 15 min 2–2

Description

In this exercise, two players engage in a dynamic interaction set in an art gallery. One player (A) embodies a character based on physical traits given by the other player (B), who observes from a seated position.

Player A enters the space and walks around as if viewing exhibits. Player B determines the appearance and traits of Player A, describing how they should move and behave.

Setup Requirements

Space to walk around, chairs for players.

Point of Concentration

Show physical characteristics based on assignments.

Side Coaching

Encourage A to embody the traits fully.
Remind B to be clear about the characteristics they assign.
Focus on physicality to express assigned traits.

Points of Observation

Watch for how well A demonstrates the assigned characteristics.
Notice B’s clarity in communicating traits.
Observe player interaction and adjustment.

Evaluation

How effectively did A show the character traits?
Did B give clear and imaginative instructions?
What did participants learn about physicality in character work?

Examples

Example traits might include:

Tall, with long strides
Short, with exaggerated movements
Light on their feet, as if floating