We're starting a drama club at my school next week, and the teacher asked that we read this poem out loud, and throw in some actions, or movements, or something to make it more interesting. I need answers ASAP, because the auditions are 2 days away :/ This BridgeThis bridge will only take you halfway there.To those mysterious lands you long to see:Through gypsy camps and swirling Arab fairsAnd moonlit woods where unicorns run free.So come and walk with me a while and share;The twisting trails and wondrous worlds I've known.But this bridge will only take you you halfway there;The last few steps you'll have to take alone.
Well, you could try doing what you feel is right. Just act out the poem and see how your body naturally responds to the words and feeling presented in the poem. You shouldn't over-act it though, unless specifically told to do so, because then it might look forced. Also, if you do what comes naturally and don't over-rehearse, then it'll make it easier for you to move a different way if told to do so; it makes you more free, you won't be blocked. If you over-rehearse, your body won't be able to make its' movements change if need be. Don't forget emotion in your face, and in your words! Try different inflections, tones, etc. Play with it a little, maybe choose a couple different ways to act it out, so you have variety in case the teacher asks you to act it a certain way. Lastly, DON'T BE NERVOUS. That's the last thing you need. If you do this calmy and don't stress about how to act it out, it'll make it easier.
