It was my first play in the local theatre,that I started quite random.I never actually thought it through.Moreover,I have always had anxiety performing in front of a crowd or being in the center of attention,that is just not me.However,something made me do this thing.It was probably boredom,but still now that it's over I am really glad I did it.
Firstly,I was in the opening act,so it made me even more nervous because I was the one that had to go first.I couldn't breathe.The play had just started and I was already hearing the director shouting at me to get ready.I had no time!! Suddenly someone literally pushed me to go on stage(thanks a lot "friend"),and there I was.The crowd started cheering and clapping.That gave me a reassuring feeling that boosted my self-confidence.I remember then I started acting without a care in the world.I was really enjoying it.
Secondly,my lines were actually not that long.I was probably on stage for about 7 minutes,but still it was amazing.I totally regret not asking longer lines.And finally,when I got off that stage,I could hear the crowd clapping and laughing.The feeling was indescribable.I haven't felt like that in my entire life,like I achieved something really great,my self-confidence was out the roof!
I hugged all of my co-workers and wished them good luck.
I listened to the rest of the play,even though I have watched it a thousand of times during rehearsals,this was entirely different because we weren't alone.I enjoyed watching the crowd laugh in tears.
At the end of the night me and my crew went out to celebrate a successful evening,and I went home still feeling happy and buoyant.
Have I learned from this experience? Yes, a lot.
Will I do it again? Probably not.But I sure am pleased that I did it!
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