Friday, July 17, 2009

UPDATES & SUMMARY

8. Week 5 Workshop – 8, 9 & 10 June 09
Once a year, Malay culture group preformed a theatre show to the public. So, this week we had Malay culture group workshop on drama, dance and dikir, 3 days in a row.

9. Week 6 Audition - 15, 16 & 17 June 09
Its time to show what you got! We had to present our acting skills by reading their given script, dance and sang to them.

10. Week 8-13 Production
Judgement Day, the day where we got to know our roles in the theatre show, "Terasa" which means "Feel the pinch".

It's about malay community. Every time you hear "MALAY",
What is your first thought in mind? Positive OR Negative?
This is what we are trying to pass the message to the audience.

Although being chosen as an Extras (not knowing what my actual role yet), I was not disappointed as this is my first attempt. I know my abilities and weaknesses in dance and acting. Besides there will be more upcoming theatre shows and events.

During de-briefing, we were given an opportunity to express our thoughts & suggestions. A Question was raised: “How could we improve our training session?” Hmm.... what a great opportunity I had. Without further ado, I voiced out my opinion as follows which I have kept it for quite sometimes.
  • To improve time management. Since day 1, I noticed the training starts one hour late.
  • To improve in communication skill pertaining on instructions were wrongly given to team members who created unhappiness & confusion to some of the juniors.

11. SUMMARY

What I have learnt?

Tarian (Dance)

  • Be more flexible.
  • Various dance moves.
  • Make new friends in the process.

Drama

  • Stage positioning.
  • Vocal projection.
  • Emotions and concentration.
  • Make new friends in the process.

Did I reach my goal?

To improve in communication skill pertaining on instructions were wrongly given to team members who created unhappiness & confusion to some of the juniors.

Overcome challengers

  • Stiff body but now more flexible.
  • Transformed from sporty girl to a lady-like.

Never be afraid to try new activities out of our comfort zone.