Final Scene Performance evaluation

I believe that it is imperative that after any sort of performance or expression of art, that self-evaluation is critical to growing as a person and in whatever you do. So, let's evaluate!

Finally, initial scene performances are OVER! Worrying and stressing about a scene or a monologue is so draining- so we are all happy that we all got it over with! 

(Again, prefacing this all with the fact that I had a fantastic and talented scene partner, who was willing to be patient and work with me!)

I felt that our scene went better than expected- which is always a good thing. I was most worried about lines, because I did not prep as far in advance as I really should have. Next time I would do the work much farther ahead of time so that I could focus on the flow and arc or the scene, the depth of my character, the stylistic elements of the scene, rather than the memorization. But- I am proud to say, I did not forget one line! Some things did go 'unplanned' however, which, is ultimately inevitable. Here are a few of those things: (If you didn't see the scene, you will have zero idea what I am talking about-- this is just for my personal records).

-The lighter wouldn't light 

-I fumbled grabbing the shoes, as well as the pillows

-Speaking of the pillows, I had difficulty throwing them and missed my partner (who also forgot to throw one back at me)

...and other little things. 

Although things happen and life never goes perfectly, here are some things that did go well!

-People laughed! (Particularly at the shoes under the table part- YES!)

-We had fun

-We remembered all our lines and said them word for word

-People understood "...golf."

...and other little victories.

It is important to rejoice in the little victories, by the way.

So, we felt alright about our scene! We did the best we could have done in that moment and at that time in both our lives. We are grateful. 

Tips to remember for next time: 

-Slow down, always

-Craft a style to your scene

-Overall, good job!

So there's a little bit of personal evaluation that I can reflect on. I'd say the biggest lesson I learned to do the work and plan and prepare ahead of time. It will save a lot of stress and anxiety!