Brecht Gestus Exercises | How to use Gestus

[@ActingWithKeira]

Have you done any work on Brecht before? Is so which aspects of his style did you use?

[@RachelPichlerYoga]

I learned so much from you in this video. I'm new to acting but I took a few classes in university. Keep up the awesome work Keira!

[@ActingWithKeira]

Rachel Pichler Yoga Awesome!! Thank you so much for the feedback! 😁

[@hamletmachineuk]

Could I recommend my own video in which I discuss Brechtian acting in theory and practice? kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6bQZ36bj72Zr6c I'd also refer interested readers to my website: brechtinpractice.org/ - it contains a section on theory and documents two Brechtian productions (of Miller's The Crucible and Marber's Closer) that I directed, adhering closely to Brechtian principles.

[@vane1043]

Hola, me encantaría ver el video, lo malo es que no tiene traducciones, creerías que podrías por favor activarlas?. Gracias

[@Mnsukesh]

I was not aware of this technique at all , so thanks for enlightening 😇

[@EM-B]

I'm currently Studying Brecht etc... in Drama at college, this helped!! thanks alot Keira xoxo

[@jxcxbshxnkz445]

Gotta do this for my A Level coursework. Thanks a lot!

[@OrganicActing]

Loved the video. Always been a fan of Epic Theatre.

[@EliMagidsLuxuryHomes]

Wow Keira-- I am Learning a whole new Language- Attitude you choose does change the way people see you !

[@ActingWithKeira]

Hey thanks so much for your comment Eli. I totally agree, attitude changes everything. I'm so glad that you found the video interesting :)

[@sashac553]

Thank you so much for making this! I'm doing a Brechtian solo performance where I play both a protester against climate change and a corrupt politician. I have a pretty good idea of how to use gestus for the politician, but I'm struggling with the protester. They would have a lower status to the politician but are still proud and confident in their rebellion, so I'm not sure what physicality I should use for them, or how to make this clear for the audience. If you have any tips it would be really appreciated. Thank you, and I love your videos!!

[@ActingWithKeira]

Awesome! Could you tell me what you have in mind for the politician?

[@sashac553]

@@ActingWithKeira I was thinking of using a very upright posture and open, proud body language with large, sweeping, almost Trump-like gestures. When he is talking about himself I would have a bragging attitude of him thinking he is better than everyone, but when he is talking about other people who are below him in power I would have a disgusted, belittling attitude so I would talk mockingly and use dismissive gestures. I don't know if this is right, so if there's anything I could improve about it I would love to hear it! :)

[@ActingWithKeira]

@@sashac553 Sounds good to me! Remember there is no 'right' as it depends what you are trying to get across. If I were you I would google images of protesters and look at their differing postures, keeping in mind the messaging you want to get across. If you want to portray a powerful protestor who is not threatened I would suggest a straight posture with shoulders back standing proud. You can add to any symbols that come with their message such as a fist in the air. If you are portraying a protestor who is caught in the chaos of the protest and feels angry you could have more of an active posture, as if they are running towards a police line. There is lots of documentation of protests online so google those and choose a stance that is in line with your messaging. Also remember to think about facial expressions as well as your body position!

[@sashac553]

@@ActingWithKeira Thank you!! I'll be sure to use incorporate your suggestions, and I'll go do some research on protesters :)

[@saraj0922]

Hey, i have a little question, what did you mean when you said the attitude represents the point of view of the character? thank u for the video, i did teach me something. Hope you can answer me.

[@misterrenek7232]

Thank you Keira, I was a little lost about the gestus =)

[@ActingWithKeira]

No worries - glad this helped!! :)

[@AmandaAbella]

I learned something new today!

[@ActingWithKeira]

Amanda Abella Awesome!! 😁

[@ScottSwalwell]

Great video Keira.

[@ActingWithKeira]

Scott Swalwell Thanks Scott!! 👍

[@hamletmachineuk]

There is a link between Brecht and Renaissance painting: he writes about Breughel in Brecht on Theatre.

[@hamletmachineuk]

Otherwise, a very useful video.

[@ActingWithKeira]

Awesome - thanks for educating me on this! Makes sense!

[@ActingWithKeira]

@@hamletmachineuk Thank you!

[@shayanirajakaruna1834]

thank you

[@ActingWithKeira]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@amb12296]

I wish you had a visual example

[@XStyle1905]

In order to understand Brecht, it is necessary to know the dialectic.

[@ActingWithKeira]

Great insight :)

[@chansonsdefrance7235]

Nice smile !

[@ActingWithKeira]

Cheers!

[@zeroshadow1469]

nyc one

[@ActingWithKeira]

Thank you! :)

[@SFKelvin]

Gestus is better understood as sign-language-leitmotiv.

[@AnnaM-th8nf]

Thank you, this comment really helped!

[@caifty]

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