| Abstract [eng] |
This paper examines the impact of stress on the actor's profession. The theoretical framework of this work is Hans Selye General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS). This model explains the origins of stress and the practical and theoretical insights of professor, habilitated doctor Alfonsas Vainoras. The main goal of this analysis is to answer these questions: how do actors apprehend stress, what is the connection between actors who suffer from stress, what is the origin of stress, what are the circumstances that lead to extreme cases of stress and to answer the question of whether it is possible to avoid stress completely? In order to answer these questions qualitative interviews with actors, who have been in stressful situations during their line of work, is used. Also used an empirical study of the matter, which analyses the emotional experiences of the author of this work, during the process of creating a role and acting in a play „Vėjas gluosniuose“ by director Gytis Padegimas.
The results of this research have shown that most of the people who work in the- atre acting field perceive stress as a negative experience. Most often the actors who share similar perceptions of stress are overly sensitive, lacking in work experience, and do not seem to have chosen suitable acting techniques for their personal needs or have not regarded their own mental/emotional stability. In this work observed that most commonly the negative effects of stress are felt during acting studies. Research shows that even though stress is inevitable in the actor's profession, it is possible to control it, to perceive stress as an irritant, which helps the actor to reach better results. However, this goal can only be reached if the actor has chosen the right acting technique which suits their preferences when it comes to creating a character/role. The actor must be constantly training, self-analyzing, learning positive thinking, and trying to form a functional, emotionally stable, and creatively stimulating team of like-minded individuals. Unexpected, irritable situations can be beneficial for an actor who can sway his emotions in the right direction. The theme of stress is important for all kinds of professions, study programs, members of the academic society, and even family members - not just actors because stress is unavoidable. |
