Everyone can learn from the Emotions Triangle. The depth of which we work is this incredible thing. The point of the triangle is to identify your own emotions which are at the bottom of the triangle. Most actors work as creatives that only work with ideas, and not emotions. Studying the emotions triangle will help to identify when you are …
Laban Movement Analysis Technique: Art of Expressive Movement
Movement in Acting is more than just hitting cues or marks—it is about embodying your voice, emotions, and most importantly, movement. The way an actor moves can communicate just as much as, if not more than, their words. This is where Laban Movement Analysis (LMA) becomes a powerful tool. Actors need to develop movement so they can do handicaps, impediments …
Reading is Key in Acting: How To Script Analysis
Acting is not just about delivering lines —it’s about understanding the deeper meaning behind every scene. One of the most powerful tools an actor can use to enhance their performance is reading. Whether it’s reading scripts, novels, plays, or even poetry, developing strong reading habits can help actors build emotional depth, improve or developing depth, and strengthen their storytelling abilities. …
Meisner: Reasons to Knock on the Door
Sanford Meisner’s acting technique is built on truthful, moment-to-moment behavior and deep emotional connection. One of the core exercises in the Meisner Technique is the “door knock” exercise, a simple yet profound training tool designed to teach actors how to enter a scene truthfully, engage in organic interaction, and respond with authentic emotion. In this article, we’ll explore the importance …
What is a Meisner Activity?
The Meisner Technique, developed by Sanford Meisner, is one of the most influential acting training methods, emphasizing truthful, instinctive responses and deep emotional engagement. At the heart of this technique lies the Meisner Activity, an exercise designed to train actors to focus on their scene partner, stay emotionally present, and develop truthful behavior under imaginary circumstances. A Meisner Activity is …
Meisner Technique: The Power of Repetition Exercise in Acting
The Meisner Technique is one of the most influential and widely practiced acting methods, developed by Sanford Meisner. His goal was to train actors to respond truthfully in the moment rather than rely on preconceived ideas or forced emotions. At the core of this technique is the Repetition Exercise, a deceptively simple yet powerful exercise that builds spontaneity, emotional truth, …
Amateurs Use Feelings, Professionals Use Emotions in Acting
Feelings are inclinations and emotions have more depth. Acting is an art form that demands authenticity, depth, discipline and control. While many aspiring actors believe that strong feelings make a performance powerful, true professionals understand that emotions—harnessed, shaped, and expressed with precision—are the key to delivering compelling, truthful performances. The distinction between feelings and emotions may seem subtle, but it …
How to Emotionally Activate Before the Acting Scene Begins
Acting is more than just memorizing lines and delivering them with the right inflection—it’s about living truthfully under imaginary circumstances. One of the most critical aspects of compelling performances is emotional activation. Before stepping into a scene, an actor must be emotionally engaged, fully present, and ready to respond truthfully. Emotional activation is the process of preparing the actor’s mind …