Stage Fright

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Stage Fright

Stage Fright

by Brian Barnes

 

What is your cure for stage fright?

 

submitted by Pudding, Digital Edition link
(February 14, 2014 - 10:33 am)

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I gave a few speeches last year, and I rather enjoyed it. But the first times, I was very nervous. I was shaking for about ten minutes after the speech, and I couldn't even write. I think that knowing all of the people listening was comforting.

submitted by True
(March 3, 2014 - 6:24 pm)

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(March 3, 2014 - 6:56 pm)

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submitted by TOP!
(March 4, 2014 - 6:14 pm)

I just focus my eyes on a still object when I'm performing on stage instead of looking at the whole audience. I usually just focus at the back of the auditorium. Also, simply relaxing and deep breathing helps cure stage fright, too. And if you shake your legs or arms when you're nervous, give your hands a place to stay (example- inside a pocket, by your side) and walk around a bit to get your legs relaxed. This helps with giving oral reports, performing in shows, and auditioning for singing. 

submitted by Nina, age 11, Florida
(March 5, 2014 - 2:22 pm)

I've been in a few plays and musicals, and I'm always really nervous before the show, like when I'm backstage, but when I get onstage the fear just dissipates. I have no idea why. So I don't think I can help. The one thing I do is make my family sit in the middle or back of the theater, so I can't see them, but that's all. Sorry I can't help!

submitted by Katie M, age 11, Chelsea, MI
(March 6, 2014 - 6:41 pm)