For the actor…
Sometimes coming with the exact right verb or phrase for what you want or your actions in a scene/overall script, is difficult. Another way to tackle this is to just write down what your character dreams about. Write one or two pages in vivid detail. Dont’ edit. Don’t worry if it’s logical or if it can actually happen. Just let it flow. (There should be some excitement going on.)
When you’re done, now connect to that dream. Desperately want it. Believe that you deserve it. Expect it.
As a result of doing this work, three things will happen:
(1) You’ll remember this dream in each scene and all throughout the play.
(2) You’ll be set up for maximum conflict when your character fails to achieve it. But you’ll keep fighting for it.
(3). Because of (1) and (2), you’ll be alive in every moment and thus, riveting to watch.
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