SCHOOL PLAY: THE CRUCIBLE

Number of hours: 100

This year I was involved in the school play! We chose to do the famous Arthur Miller's play: The Crucible. It is inspired on the Salem witch trails that took place in Massachussets during 1692 and 1693. The play shows the human necessity for survival, and the lengths at which a person will go to save his life. I had one of the four leading roles, as Marry Warren. We practiced since January every Monday and Thursday from 3:30 to 5:30 pm, and Saturdays from 12:00 to 4:00 pm. We performed the 24th and 25th of March 2010 in San Francisco's University theater. Furthermore, I helped with make-up in the dress rehearsals and presentation dates.

Through the school play, I hoped to improve my acting skills and vocalization. I wanted to integrate with other students in the school who are involved in the school play. I also wanted to gain confidence to speak in public and open myself to new types of activities.

This activity was very successful, and the play was praised. However, me, as an actress encountered some obstacles. I was not confident enough when acting dramatic scenes and was sometimes very shy. In the production, I tried to think of myself that character and in that way my acting was convincing.

I learned that I can go beyond my own limits and overcome my fears. I learned to be tolerant with other, as it is not always easy to work with other people.

The directors of the school play an others involved in the play helped me to overcome my obstacles and difficulties by practicing with me and helping me build-up my confidence.

This project taught the students many skills, especially to lose stage fright. The directors learned an experience for future productions. The school is also gaining a reputation for doing successful play.

Next time, I want to challenge myself with a different type of character. I will practice my vocalizations so my speeches are more coherent.

I gained confidence to speak in public and lose stage fright, and this I will use in my university career in debates and seminars I will be attending.