Begin-and-End with Objects

Exercise Beginner 10 min 1–1

Description

This exercise focuses on performing actions with an object while emphasizing beginnings and endings. The player will learn to develop detail and precision in their movements.

The activity is divided into three parts, gradually increasing in complexity and speed.

Setup Requirements

A small object such as a pack of cigarettes.

Point of Concentration

on the object

Side Coaching

Encourage energy when saying 'Begin!' and 'End!'
Focus on clarity of each movement.
Stress the importance of detail in handling the object.

Points of Observation

Watch for distinct beginnings and endings in each action.
Notice how energy affects the clarity of the movements.
Look for improvement in detail handling from Part A to Part C.

Evaluation

To the actor: Which part felt the most real?
To the audience: Which action looked the most realistic?

Examples

Example for Part B:

Touches the pack: “Begin!”
Grasps the pack: “End!”
Removes a cigarette: “Begin!”
Moves it toward the mouth: “Begin!”
Grasps with mouth: “End!”