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The Craft of Storytelling
The Craft of Storytelling
The Craft of Storytelling
Storytelling
is an activity that goes back to something very old and precious in human culture.
process of retelling a story through the spoken word for a specific audience presents a special opportunity for the storyteller and the audience to engage in imaginative, active listening and participation
The
a.
Align your body correctly. Good posture and body alignment will determine if you have a small voice or a big (well projected) voice.
To
do this you need to: relax stand tall and stand straight do not bend forward; do not bend your neck by looking downwards.
The
general definition of poise is: A dignified, self-confident manner or bearing; composure; self-possession.
A storyteller must remain poised: Relaxed while presenting a story Look and sound confident Be in control Making eye contacts with listeners
non-verbal
communication in which visible bodily actions communicate particular messages, either in place of speech or together and in parallel with spoken words.
Includes:
Iconic
gestures Metaphoric gestures Deictics gestures Beats Emblems Regulators Affect displays Facial expression
Be
punctual
Understand
Know Pace
to
refer
to an object used on stage by actors to further the plot or story line of a theatrical production. Do storytellers use props when performing?
How
and when to use props? i) Only use a prop or props that enhance the telling.
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