For the following question, write one fully developed paragraph ( at least five sentences) and be sure to provide specific examples of moments from the performance to support your thoughts; you should find yourself using words/phrases like “because,” “such as,” and “for example” often. Do not feel compelled to answer each of the sub-questions, but rather use them as a general guide to frame your complete response. Please include the writer, actor’s name and the name of the piece in your response.

1. Acting: Were the performers believable, given the requirements of the performance? If so, how did they accomplish this? If they were not believable, what occurred to impair or destroy their  believability? (Again, remember to separate the performer from the role. For example, you may dislike the character but admire the performance.) Did the technical abilities of these performers support their  work? (i.e. vocal traits like loudness, articulation ; physical traits like appropriate movement and natural gesturing; believability of specific actions and transitions to other characters, etc.) How so or how not?