Character Development: Friar Peter
Laban Efforts
I feel that Friar Peter embodies and physicalized one main form of a Laban effort which is Light-Slow. Friar Peter is a religious man and therefore not weighed down by any form of guilt or deep trouble that may be affecting his mind. He also feels it necessary to conduct himself in a certain manner so as to ensure that he always holds a presence in a room which resonates and exudes a feeling of religious authority. The Friar is slow as he does not feel the need to rush around for anyone or anything and always feels justified and sound in all of his actions and decisions as a result of his religious standing. He is also slow as to ensure he remains conducted in the image he gives off.
Costume
I feel that the costume is perfectly suited towards the kind of role that it is which is that of a holy man who would ideally dress in simple and modest manner (lack of accessories and flashy items). I like the costume not necessarily for its design, but rather for how well it relates to and embodies the role of Friar Peter.
Character Summary
Friar Peter Thomas is a monk who helps the Duke in his deception, giving him his monk’s robe and teaching him how to play the part convincingly. He suspects at first that the Duke is disguising himself for the sake of seducing some woman or other. The Duke later lets him know the whole story of Isabella and Mariana, and has him help with the staging of their denunciation of Angelo.
Lesson 11/4/2017
Despite the fact that it is still early in my rehearsal process, I am finding the Friar to be somewhat passive and quite notably mild mannered. I feel this may be as a result of his occupation/position as a holy man. This is made evident during the scene with the Duke when the Friar quickly and happily agrees to help the Duke with his plans and for the majority of the conversation simply agreeing with whatever the Duke says and offering neutral extra information. Furthermore it appears that he prefers to keep his personal opinions to himself if the opinion is conflicting.
I now wonder if this is the genuine personality of the Friar or if this is simply the "composure" that he feels he that he must maintain as a result of his position. As I have previously stated, I feel that this is his composure but further work on the character may reveal new elements of the Friar's personality. The scene with Duke also suggests an established pre-existing relationship with the Duke as not only is the Friar more than willing to help the Duke, but they also express some clear forms of familiarity.
Lesson 18/4/2017
Simon directed me to ensure that all of my private conversations with Isabella were shown outwardly and clearly towards the audience before resuming directing my attention back towards the scene. I have come to the conclusion that Friar Peter, although having Isabella's and Mariana's best interests at heart, he is somewhat weary of his own position and well being and may have his own personal motives due to the way he carries and presents himself. I feel that the Friar is always trying to ensure that he retains his composure as a holy man and his respect towards the Duke as this is evident by the way he addresses him and behaves despite standing up for his own motives and points.
The Friar maintains his status of a religious authority in the way he presents himself when in the presence of others. He also maintains a level of respect for those in positions of authority regarding the law as this is evident by the way he addresses the Duke and even Angelo in a manner which clearly shows respect for their positions.The Friar shows clear disdain for Lucio though he does not at any point outwardly insult or disrespect him. I feel that the Friar in a way looks down on Lucio in the sense that he views him as a child. This is made evident during the three moments that the Friar attempts to force Lucio back when he speaks out of turn to the Duke.
Lesson 25/4/2017
Similar to Abhorson, I feel that the Friar is at times forced to withhold his true feelings or passions regarding certain matters that would compromise his "Holy" image and the way in which he presents himself to others in his presence. An example of this is how he is forced to respond to Lucio's accusations in a strong but yet controlled tone that still maintains a level of respect all the while still driving his point forward towards the Duke. Once again the Friar shows his frustration when the Duke once again asks for the other Friar however Peter is once again forced to repeat the fact that he is not here, but then quickly explains himself in a more formal and relaxed tone. The Friar is always observing everything around him so as to ensure his position is not compromised and his intentions and goals are not being compromised which would require him to defend them. This is made evident during the times that Peter responds to Lucio's accusations in order to protect his goals when put possibly under the threat of the Duke.
Evaluation
Overall I felt that my portrayal of the Friar during both performances were true to the development of the character through the rehearsals in which the base of his character is maintaining his demeanor as a holy man and to ensure that his opinions and views are heard and supported all the while still maintaining this demeanour. I felt that "nerves" may have perhaps affected my first performance as the Friar in which I feel I presented his as slightly too passive and lacking strong enough conviction in his opinions and stance towards the end of the piece in his scenes with the Duke and Lucio. However the during the second piece, my connection to the character and my presence onstage was far stronger and more true to my original perception of the character during my development of him during the rehearsals. I still had the element of passiveness and kindliness, but my stance and opinions were presented in a manner which presented the Friar with far more conviction.
I feel that Friar Peter embodies and physicalized one main form of a Laban effort which is Light-Slow. Friar Peter is a religious man and therefore not weighed down by any form of guilt or deep trouble that may be affecting his mind. He also feels it necessary to conduct himself in a certain manner so as to ensure that he always holds a presence in a room which resonates and exudes a feeling of religious authority. The Friar is slow as he does not feel the need to rush around for anyone or anything and always feels justified and sound in all of his actions and decisions as a result of his religious standing. He is also slow as to ensure he remains conducted in the image he gives off.
Costume
Character Summary
Friar Peter Thomas is a monk who helps the Duke in his deception, giving him his monk’s robe and teaching him how to play the part convincingly. He suspects at first that the Duke is disguising himself for the sake of seducing some woman or other. The Duke later lets him know the whole story of Isabella and Mariana, and has him help with the staging of their denunciation of Angelo.
Lesson 11/4/2017
Despite the fact that it is still early in my rehearsal process, I am finding the Friar to be somewhat passive and quite notably mild mannered. I feel this may be as a result of his occupation/position as a holy man. This is made evident during the scene with the Duke when the Friar quickly and happily agrees to help the Duke with his plans and for the majority of the conversation simply agreeing with whatever the Duke says and offering neutral extra information. Furthermore it appears that he prefers to keep his personal opinions to himself if the opinion is conflicting.
I now wonder if this is the genuine personality of the Friar or if this is simply the "composure" that he feels he that he must maintain as a result of his position. As I have previously stated, I feel that this is his composure but further work on the character may reveal new elements of the Friar's personality. The scene with Duke also suggests an established pre-existing relationship with the Duke as not only is the Friar more than willing to help the Duke, but they also express some clear forms of familiarity.
Lesson 18/4/2017
Simon directed me to ensure that all of my private conversations with Isabella were shown outwardly and clearly towards the audience before resuming directing my attention back towards the scene. I have come to the conclusion that Friar Peter, although having Isabella's and Mariana's best interests at heart, he is somewhat weary of his own position and well being and may have his own personal motives due to the way he carries and presents himself. I feel that the Friar is always trying to ensure that he retains his composure as a holy man and his respect towards the Duke as this is evident by the way he addresses him and behaves despite standing up for his own motives and points.
The Friar maintains his status of a religious authority in the way he presents himself when in the presence of others. He also maintains a level of respect for those in positions of authority regarding the law as this is evident by the way he addresses the Duke and even Angelo in a manner which clearly shows respect for their positions.The Friar shows clear disdain for Lucio though he does not at any point outwardly insult or disrespect him. I feel that the Friar in a way looks down on Lucio in the sense that he views him as a child. This is made evident during the three moments that the Friar attempts to force Lucio back when he speaks out of turn to the Duke.
Lesson 25/4/2017
Similar to Abhorson, I feel that the Friar is at times forced to withhold his true feelings or passions regarding certain matters that would compromise his "Holy" image and the way in which he presents himself to others in his presence. An example of this is how he is forced to respond to Lucio's accusations in a strong but yet controlled tone that still maintains a level of respect all the while still driving his point forward towards the Duke. Once again the Friar shows his frustration when the Duke once again asks for the other Friar however Peter is once again forced to repeat the fact that he is not here, but then quickly explains himself in a more formal and relaxed tone. The Friar is always observing everything around him so as to ensure his position is not compromised and his intentions and goals are not being compromised which would require him to defend them. This is made evident during the times that Peter responds to Lucio's accusations in order to protect his goals when put possibly under the threat of the Duke.
Evaluation
Overall I felt that my portrayal of the Friar during both performances were true to the development of the character through the rehearsals in which the base of his character is maintaining his demeanor as a holy man and to ensure that his opinions and views are heard and supported all the while still maintaining this demeanour. I felt that "nerves" may have perhaps affected my first performance as the Friar in which I feel I presented his as slightly too passive and lacking strong enough conviction in his opinions and stance towards the end of the piece in his scenes with the Duke and Lucio. However the during the second piece, my connection to the character and my presence onstage was far stronger and more true to my original perception of the character during my development of him during the rehearsals. I still had the element of passiveness and kindliness, but my stance and opinions were presented in a manner which presented the Friar with far more conviction.
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