Subtext: Read Between the Lines

How often do people say exactly what they mean? 

Probably not too often becuase of the obstacles that may stand in their way. Social conventions, other people in the room, fear of rejection or need to be liked - these are all common reasons that people (and characters) may not speak literally.

As actors, a big part of our job is investigating. 

Like detectives, we work to discover the true meaning of our dialogue so that we can play a character's subtextual intention, going deeper than just reciting the lines. This is called the "subtext" and it is the underlying meaning or "the unsaid meaning". This results in a more layered and interesting performance with more complex characters, bringing the words to life.

Learn to infuse a performance with greater conflict, drama, passion, and meaning through interpreting the subtext of a script!

1 Day Workshop

Sat, July 22, 1-4pm

About Your Coach

Growing up in Alvin, Texas, Amey gained a passion for theatre beginning in high school under the guidance of her theatre teacher, Judy Radigan. Her multiple onscreen roles include Josie Hudson in "The Last Astronaut," Spencer Taylor in "My Life in a Soap", and Mae-Belle in the short film "Little Texas".

In addition to acting, Amey is also an accomplished writer, having won two screenplay competitions for her scripts.

​Amey has a passion for coaching actors and helping them to gain a strong foundation on both the industry overall and the craft of acting.