PREPARING
FOR A LAB
The preparations required for a Lab vary based on format. However, here are some general guidelines on what to anticipate.
SHORTCOURSE PREP
For our short courses, we ask everyone to prepare and learn a piece of text. This preparation is crucial as it enables you to explore how text can be embodied and how our Lab methodology can unveil deeper layers of emotional expression.
Participants may also partner together and prepare a scene, though any pair work should be arranged in advance. Please note that it is difficult to work with a script that has not been committed to memory, and so we strongly encourage taking the time to learn your selected text in advance.
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We encourage our participants to work in whatever language is most comfortable for them.
We recommend preparing a maximum of one page of text though 10-20 lines is enough to work from. We always say it's better to feel secure with a shorter script than spend three days distracted and worrying about your lines.
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You are welcome to choose your own text, but the downloads below are a selection of suggested monologues & duologues should you need a little inspiration.
WHAT TO BRING
Suitable clothes for movement
Bottle of water
Notebook
Learned bit of text
Open mind & heart
CHOOSING TEXT
There are several approaches you can take when selecting a monologue. You can either bring a character and monologue that you’ll be rehearsing soon, or choose a character and scene you’ve always wanted to explore—something that genuinely excites you.
You can also opt for something that challenges you, perhaps a character with qualities you find difficult to connect with. Reflect on these options and pick the one that excites you most. Grab your bit of text and let’s rock with it!
Please remember that it doesn’t have to be a monologue. You can always bring a dialogue/scene and ask a fellow actor to partner with you. Our Labbers are always willing to help!