... ) The fourth wall theory of realism times was discarded, aiding in breaking the audiences illusion that the stage action is taking place in "reality", without an audience. Brechtian influenced sets create no specific atmosphere nor provoke emotional reactions from an audience as to taint their objectivity. Brecht believed that a stage set should help to explain the theme of a play not ... create a mood. No suggestion of realism made it impossible for the audience to be drawn into coming to conclusions beyond their control. Musicians, lighting equipment, and machinery for changing sets sh...

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... . Personally, regarding the general outlook on my performance as Fish, I had used a series of Brechtian techniques such as breaking the fourth wall and talking directly to the audience and sudden mood changes. Despite knowing that I did attempt these techniques, I felt that I was indeed lacking in skill and failed to vastly shock the audience, perhaps partly because of their ready expectations. I started ... longer held the intensity and focal point. Half of the circle was sitting on the floor while the other half squeezed on the steps and it all ruined the tensed atmosphere we had going...

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... . Personally, regarding the general outlook on my performance as Fish, I had used a series of Brechtian techniques such as breaking the fourth wall and talking directly to the audience and sudden mood changes. Despite knowing that I did attempt these techniques, I felt that I was indeed lacking in skill and failed to vastly shock the audience, perhaps partly because of their ready expectations. I started ... longer held the intensity and focal point. Half of the circle was sitting on the floor while the other half squeezed on the steps and it all ruined the tensed atmosphere we had going...

• Word Count: 1509
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: Undergraduate