I want you to come to class ready to be silly. We're going to start working on movement (something we have not done yet), and we'll do it in the context of some improv.
Come dressed to move around a bit, and be prepared to be silly. A big part of successful presentation is confidence. While some people say you can feel more confident by imagining your audience in their underwear, I personally think you develop confidence by learning to present in your underwear. If you can project confidence in nothing but your skivvies, you're all set.
So, come prepared on Friday to play some games that get us moving around.
Note: Do not show up to class in your underwear. We will not be taking off clothes during class. Nudity is something you should do on your own time, in your own space, and (if you are so inclined) consensually with an individual or individuals of your own choosing.
Second Note: This is getting awkward. For those of you who felt awkward reading that last bit, please realize you're not alone. I felt awkward writing it, but am doing my best to make up for it with these notes.
Third Note: I'm starting to think the notes aren't helping. While there are cultures that are completely comfortable with the mention of undergarments, it is possible our classroom isn't one of those. I may have scarred you for life. This would be bad.
I've attached a picture below of a cute duckling (CC credit to eyesplash). My hope is that it will erase any awkwardness you may have experienced, and instead leave you feeling happy and care-free. And, I won't remind you that all animals run around naked all the time, which might remind of you of the prior awkwardness.
