365

Performances:
1. Which play performance impacted you the most? How did it impact you and why?
I think I enjoyed Jayson and Kira's performance in the quad the most. Jayson's attitude in the play was so happy and joyful, using this to interact very well with the people walking by. The whole point of putting on the plays throughout campus was to make more people aware of theater, and I think his performance really exemplified this goal. Kira coming into the scene seemed so realistic, and while the costumes and location of the play did not quite gel with the dialog, it was still quite easy to follow and believe. The location was an excellent point, as not only did the splitting paths lead to more people walking by the performance, but it also represented how many directions the play itself could be taken, giving it so many opportunities for growth and discovery.

2. Whose performance impacted you the most? How did it impact you and why?
Jen Martin's constant in the Loyola commons was another quality piece, as she also was able to utilize the space very well, using her actions to completely divert everyone in the room's attention off of whatever work they were working on and solely upon her for that minute or so of constant motion. She was entirely focused upon her task, which really helped the audience focus as well. Her first time performing it, the striking use of time was awesome, as she was rushing through all her actions, then when she was getting water, she could not speed up that element, as it only comes out at one speed. The yelling of Yatzee at the end also was a great end to what had been an entirely vocally silent performance.

3. Consider the technique of the performer named in #2. Name and discuss a strength in their acting technique that supported their performance.
The use of duration was quite pronounced, as all of this constant were limited in time limit, with the performers trying to get so much in in such a short period of time. However, as I stated above, the slowing down for pouring of water made the performance for me. The rest of her performance was really supported by her focus on the duration of each action, helping us focus on them as well.

4. Consider each member of your blog group. For each member, name their "best" performance moment (experienced by you) and briefly discuss what they were doing in terms of technique that allowed that moment to be effective acting.
Tom's constant in Jon's office was the first performance which I watched, so I had nothing to really relate it to, but looking back, it was a great start to my week. He really seemed focused on the goal of accomplishing the 365 tasks, and the focus on getting ready for the day, doing workouts and such, gave the scene a very specific feel. I was able to follow his thought process very easily amidst so much movement.
Laura, in the performance with me in 9-11, playing the child with the blocks, which was so innocent, then blowing the kiss which toppled Sarah and I was very powerful. Innocence knocking down such strong figures is an amazing image for me, and I can only assume for those in the audience as well.
In 7-11, I loved Stacy's performance as the guru person in the midst of all the crazy students. She radiated knowledge in the play, and it was totally believable that the other characters in the play would come to her, as she held so much information. He character was very specific in mannerisms from the start and she never fell out of character.
Anna in 7-11 as well as a great performance. Her lines which she delievered were superb, as every time they made me laugh. Her mannerisms of a 7-11 worker were very comical, yet she was also able to transform the second time it was performed.

5. Consider each member of your blog group. Imagine that you've been hired to shore up their most apparent weakness, unanswered challenge or missed opportunity. Name it and make the most helpful suggestion you can to aid them.
Tom: choose a better location. Your piece was excellent, but find a place where more than 3 or 4 people can watch. I liked the small space, as it forced you to work hard, but open space also lets you have more options.
Laura: Try not to use so much physical movement. You have great energy and it could be focused more. I have the same problem, so i have to always focus on not directing my energy elsewhere.
Stacy: Work on projecting your lines more from the diaphragm. Outside, it was somewhat hard for me to always catch what you were saying. Projection is key for allowing the audience to key in more.
Anna: More of a specific shape and movement could be helpful for you in performance, as it will allow for you to key in on your internal emotions, thus affecting your physical performance as well.