As opposed to public speaking, acting involves performing as if the audience is not there. Practice our tips to learn how to tune out the outside world.
- Establish a Fourth Wall
A fourth wall between an actor and the audience is essential to focus on your performance and be vulnerable and authentic. To develop that feeling, practice in public. Start by mumbling your lines while sitting in a coffee shop, for example. The more you do it, the better you will get at tuning out the crowd of people around you.
2. Watch Your Own Performances
Another method to build a fourth wall is to record yourself and then watch it. We are usually our worst critics, making it difficult to watch ourselves. But being self-aware and recognizing your weaknesses will help you to focus on your performance.
3. Group Practice
Find a group of actors to practice improv. This group activity is a great mix of interacting with the audience, finding characters, and acting. During improv, you have to constantly make and break the fourth wall, until it becomes a habit!
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