The Acting tips for Blind Actors by Amir Ghaffar Manesh

Sighted actors can try to experience being without sight by practicing their part while blindfolded, or with shut or covered eyes. This can help give actors an insight into a different way of experiencing the world. However, it should not be relied upon too much. Even a recently blind character will be more confident moving without sight than a sighted actor can become during a rehearsal period. Blindfolds should be used to give the actor a general impression and shouldn’t be used as the basis for an actor’s blind performance.

December 4, 2021 | 7:39 pm