Read and Respond: Presence

Read and Respond #2 

Presence

In Patsy Rodenburg's study of stage presence, there are only three realms in which every person lives. First, second and third circle. Sometimes we flutter in and out of each of the three circles. Everyone lives in either first, second, or third circle. Through my experience with these following people, I have concluded that they live in either first, second, or third circle respectively.

First Circle: My Aunt Anne lives in first circle, undoubtedly. She stands with slumped shoulders, although her torso is aligned perfectly. She also walks with a shuffle, and murmurs frequently. Anne is an introvert, meaning she gathers energy from being alone. I have found in my study of first circle that many introverts live within this circle.

Third Circle: There is a girl who used to go to my high school named Macy. She definitely lives within third circle most of the time. She walks with a sense of entitlement, is very presentational, and outspoken. I have known her for eight years, and every time I see her, she seems to take up more space than she should be.

Second Circle: My sister Jessica is always in second circle, which makes sense because she is an actress, and probably is familiar with Patsy Rodenburg’s study of stage presence, and therefore utilizes it. She is very open, accepting and just overall a very present person. Jess is very pleasant to be around as well.