Consent
I want everyone to feel safe in our class. In our class we practice asking for and giving consent for physical contact. Consent requires both listening to the other person and communicating what feels safe for you. This applies not only to romantic scenes but also to fight scenes. If the scene includes a push or a fight, the actors need to discuss it and get consent beforehand. As actors we need to be focused with our physical expression, with clear intention and having listened to the needs of their fellow artists. With fight scenes, start slow and talk it through multiple times. As you purposefully pick up the pace to half time and then real time please establish a sense of time that both actors can observe. Suggestions: 1. Take the time to discuss the scene and communicates with each person what the boundaries are. 2. Rehearse in a way that feels right for both actors. If a kiss is scripted, start with rehearsals that do not include ...