ON THE SPOT B

Exercise Intermediate 30 min 4–10

Description

This exercise focuses on team collaboration and quick scene preparation based on audience suggestions.

Students, in groups of four or more, will receive prompts from the audience, including elements like Where, Who, What, Weather, and Time. The team then quickly prepares and performs the scene in front of the audience.

Setup Requirements

Open stage area for performance.

Point of Concentration

Effective teamwork in scene preparation.

Side Coaching

Encourage clear communication among team members.
Focus on building upon each other's ideas.
Stay disciplined and avoid distractions from cleverness.

Points of Observation

Watch for effective casting choices among team members.
Observe how well the team works together to plan.
Ensure scenes are set quickly and without sloppiness.

Evaluation

Did the team have enough time to prepare?
Were all elements effectively included in the scene?
How well did they embody their characters?

Examples

Where: Restaurant, Who: A couple on a date, What: They have an awkward conversation.
Where: Office, Who: Boss and employee, What: Discussing a promotion.
Where: Park, Who: Two old friends, What: Reminiscing about the past.