Succeeding in the Performing Arts - Revision history

ST: /* Cell Phone (Leave it Offstage) */

2015-09-16T18:26:05Z

Cell Phone (Leave it Offstage)

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	As to equipment related to your performance, such as a laptop, that can be distracting or visually obtrusive to the audience, you must decide if there is a location that works both for you that minimizes the negative impact on them.		As to equipment related to your performance, such as a laptop, that can be distracting or visually obtrusive to the audience, you must decide if there is a location that works both for you that minimizes the negative impact on them.

	Discussion: [ Cell Phone (Leave it Offstage)]		Discussion: [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/7401096515 Cell Phone (Leave it Offstage)]

	== Dress for Success ==		== Dress for Success ==

ST: Voice: The only instrument you must learn formally

2008-04-03T06:15:57Z

Voice: The only instrument you must learn formally

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	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8811061815 Sight and Sound Lines]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8811061815 Sight and Sound Lines]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8411014135 Upstaging]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8411014135 Upstaging]
			* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/9391059325 Voice: The only instrument you must learn formally]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/2111029125 Walk-In Lighting and Sound]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/2111029125 Walk-In Lighting and Sound]

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	Discussion: [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8411014135 Upstaging]		Discussion: [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8411014135 Upstaging]

			== Voice: The only instrument you must learn formally ==

			Some people can just play an instrument inherently and never go beyond a couple of basic lessons, if that. If, however, you sing, whether by necessity, because you're told you have the voice of an angel, be it you may be a natural, it doesn't matter. The voice is the only instrument that you MUST absolutely, positively learn how to use properly for sure. A simple statistic: About 90% of professional singers who do not take voice lessons eventually badly strain or damage their vocal chords to the point where they must stop singing, at least temporarily. About 99% of those who do take voice lessons do not. No matter how good you are, the right voice training will also improve your singing and allow you to really do it professionally. You'll be good for the long haul.

			Discussion: [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/9391059325 Voice: The only instrument you must learn formally]

	== Walk-In Lighting and Sound ==		== Walk-In Lighting and Sound ==

ST: Ambient Light & Sound

2008-04-03T06:10:35Z

Ambient Light & Sound

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 ''' Links to Live Discussions'''
 * [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/6471066515 Acknowledging Your Cast and Crew]
 * [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/5731096515 Are These Threads Productive?]
 * [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/2261069215 Arriving Early]
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 Discussion: [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/6471066515 Acknowledging Your Cast and Crew]
 == Are these threads Productive ==

ST: Upstaging

2008-04-03T06:05:39Z

Upstaging

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	Discussion: [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8811061815 Sight and Sound Lines]		Discussion: [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8811061815 Sight and Sound Lines]


			== Upstaging ==
			The performing arts is always a challenge of creating a compelling storyline for the audience.

			One of the most damaging issues in maintaining a good story is the act of upstaging.

			(Upstage as a place means the area at the back of the stage, furthest from the audience.)

			Upstaging means drawing the attention of the audience away from where it should be. And it is disastrous to a performance.

			Worst of all, because it is done "upstage" it is usually done without the knowledge of the artist who is being upstaged, who is usually downstage and so has his or her back turned to the upstager.

			There are obvious examples, sadly rather common, such as a rhythm musician who is conversing while a singer pours his or her guts out during a ballad.

			But there are more subtle examples that are also harmful. A supporting actor that is supposed to be still can move only a little and distract from the main performer. Or a musician who nervously fiddles with equipment when he or she should be directing attention to the main performer.

			The main idea is to minimize or eliminate anything that can distract an audience from the story that is being told. Of course a prerequisite is that the artists KNOW what the storyline is.

			Discussion: [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8411014135 Upstaging]

ST: Selling Merchandise

2008-04-03T06:03:53Z

Selling Merchandise

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 I am careful about the visual impression. In smaller places there can be artwork, kitschy decorations, light streaming through a door to a storage space, and the occasional mop handle intruding on the scene on stage. I try to clear all of that out of the way, or at least be aware of what might be peeking out from behind my head. I've played in front of some pretty strange artwork and the visual impression of some goth creature glaring down at me from behind was completely incongruous with the music.
-Taking control of the aural experience (playing your tracks through the L1™ before you start) seems like a great idea. It certainly beats gesticulating wildly and mouthing a plea to turn down the stereo at someone behind the bar. But it also seems like a good way to set the tone of the room. It is so clearly different when the music is coming from one direction or another. Having the music come from your L1™ just makes so much sense. So does choosing the music that you will follow.
+Taking control of the aural experience (playing your tracks through the L1™ before you start) seems like a great idea. It certainly beats gesticulating wildly and mouthing a plea to turn down the stereo at someone behind the bar. But it also seems like a good way to set the tone of the room. It is so clearly different when the music is coming from one direction or another. Having the music come from your L1® just makes so much sense. So does choosing the music that you will follow.
 In places with small stages, there may not be any controllable lighting. Do you bring any with you? I've noticed that LED lights looking relatively inexpensive, cool, and lightweight. Anybody using something like this?

ST: Selling Merchandise, Upstaging

2008-04-03T06:00:03Z

Selling Merchandise, Upstaging

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	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8521061815 Rest, Exercise and Diet]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8521061815 Rest, Exercise and Diet]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/9051069215 Scouting the Venue]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/9051069215 Scouting the Venue]
			* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/9991004135 Selling Merchandise]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/4081035515 Setting the Stage]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/4081035515 Setting the Stage]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8811061815 Sight and Sound Lines]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8811061815 Sight and Sound Lines]
			* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8411014135 Upstaging]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/2111029125 Walk-In Lighting and Sound]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/2111029125 Walk-In Lighting and Sound]

ST: Walk-In Lighting and Sound

2008-02-08T08:43:06Z

Walk-In Lighting and Sound

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 * [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/4081035515 Setting the Stage]
 * [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8811061815 Sight and Sound Lines]
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 Discussion: [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8811061815 Sight and Sound Lines]
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 <references />

ST: Put on a Happy Face

2008-01-18T23:01:21Z

Put on a Happy Face

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 * [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/2161086515 No One Loves You When You're Down and Out]
 * [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/6771009415 Packing Your Own Parachute]
 * [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8521061815 Rest, Exercise and Diet]
 * [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/9051069215 Scouting the Venue]
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 Discussion: [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/6771009415 Packing Your Own Parachute]
 == Rest, Exercise, and Diet ==

ST: Sight and Sound Lines, Rest Exercise Diet - intro paragraphs and links added

2008-01-18T10:56:12Z

Sight and Sound Lines, Rest Exercise Diet - intro paragraphs and links added

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 Discussion: [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/6771009415 Packing Your Own Parachute]
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 == Setting the Stage ==
 I am asking about anything that you do to prepare the audience for your show.
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 In places with small stages, there may not be any controllable lighting. Do you bring any with you? I've noticed that LED lights looking relatively inexpensive, cool, and lightweight. Anybody using something like this?
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 <references />

ST: LInks to Sight and Sound Lines, Rest Exercise Diet

2008-01-18T10:50:40Z

LInks to Sight and Sound Lines, Rest Exercise Diet

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	''' Links to Live Discussions'''		''' Links to Live Discussions'''
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/6471066515 Acknowledging Your Cast and Crew]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/6471066515 Acknowledging Your Cast and Crew]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/5731096515 Are ~~these threads~~ Productive?]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/5731096515 Are These Threads Productive?]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/2261069215 Arriving Early]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/2261069215 Arriving Early]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/6981044515 Beginning & End, Make them Obvious]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/6981044515 Beginning & End, Make them Obvious]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/1701011315 Being There -- It's Showtime]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/1701011315 Being There -- It's Showtime]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/7401096515 Cell Phone (Leave It Offstage)]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/7401096515 Cell Phone, Leave it Offstage]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8511006515 Dress for Success]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8511006515 Dress for Success]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/7431017515 Eye Contact]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/7431017515 Eye Contact, Make Lots of]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/9721054515 Flashlights]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/9721054515 Flashlights]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/3431054515 Game Tapes]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/3431054515 Game Tapes]
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	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/7811054515 Ground Your Liquids]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/7811054515 Ground Your Liquids]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/3211010315 Hydration]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/3211010315 Hydration]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/4341069215 Introduction]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/4341069215 Introduction to this series]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/9781009415 Larger than Life]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/9781009415 Larger than Life]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/2711042515 Less Is (often) More]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/2711042515 Less Is (often) More]
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	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/2161086515 No One Loves You When You're Down and Out]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/2161086515 No One Loves You When You're Down and Out]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/6771009415 Packing Your Own Parachute]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/6771009415 Packing Your Own Parachute]
			* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8521061815 Rest, Exercise and Diet]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/9051069215 Scouting the Venue]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/9051069215 Scouting the Venue]
	* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/4081035515 Setting the Stage]		* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/4081035515 Setting the Stage]
			* [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6806048934/m/8811061815 Sight and Sound Lines]