Written Monologue:
You guys think you know me but you don't. we've fought together for the last year. Become brothers in arms, laid our lives on the line for each other. But none of you know how I feel. I've done some horrible things in my life we all have. But I've done it because I wanted to not because I had to. We all have, but I've run from it all my life and I don't know if I can take it anymore. You guys see me as this hearo leading you into battle and always succeeding. As think king, but I'm not. I'm a monster. Every night I lie awake and see all the faces of people I've killed and families I've destroyed. We've been told their the enemy and it's our job. But they fight for the same reasons we do. It's destroying me. I don't know how much more of it I can take. How much longer I can be told this lie and live as this "hero." I despise what I've become. I'm losing my mind, and I don't know if I can live with whom I've become. I know I can't. I need help.
1. This semester, you worked on two scenes and created a monologue. What surprised you? This could be something you thought would be challenging but found yourself comfortable doing OR it can be something you found challenging but made it through.
I never really thought of myself as the acting type. When I found out I was assigned this class I was a bit angry. But I have to admit I was presently surprised. It was very fun and although I won't be perusing a career in acting, It did help me with my public speaking. Being comfortable to speak in front of people I've never met is something I struggled with. After taking this class I can say it helped a lot and I feel more comfortable speaking to rando people.
2. What advice would you give to a student who is just starting their work on an acting scene?
Be confidant in yourself. If you have self confidence and truly believe in your work then you can make it far. If you don't, then it is hard for people to believe in you. You are your own biggest critic and biggest supporter.
3. Did you complete your Student Evaluation sent via email from Banner? Please do so.
I have completed it