Solosalo & DaliaMire
Solosalo
Good morning, Dalia. I’ve been practicing the rhythm of the score for that scene you’re directing; the timing of each cue is almost surgical. How do you keep your rehearsals so tight, and what’s your protocol for aligning the actors with the music?
DaliaMire
Good morning. I arrive fifteen minutes early, I bring exactly three pens, and I start with a brief rundown of the score. I mark each cue on the script with the pen for notes, then I run through it once, then I ask the actors to hit the same beats. If anyone deviates, we pause, reset, and then repeat. Consistency comes from repetition and a single, unwavering standard. Stick to the same process each time, and the music and acting will synchronize like a well‑wound clock.
Solosalo
Your method is solid, but even a well‑wound clock can hit a small misstep if the gears aren’t fully aligned. Maybe try adding a quick check in the middle of the run‑through, just to confirm everyone’s still on beat, before you go to the next cue. That way you catch any drift early, and it saves time when you’re repeating the whole section. Keeps the rhythm tight and reduces the chance of having to pause and reset later.
DaliaMire
Thank you for the suggestion. I already pause halfway through each run‑through to re‑confirm the beat, so there’s a built‑in check. If it feels necessary, I’ll tighten it further, but I’ve found that the rhythm stays consistent once the initial alignment is correct. Keep an eye on your own timing, and we’ll stay surgical.