This one thing freaks actors out
Taught a voice and movement class today. An observation that stuck out - this one thing freaks young actors out - breathing from their mouth. Whether I'm teaching an acting class or voice class, I always ask my students to slightly part their lips. Why? So they're free to breathe from either their mouth or nose. Why? Because, we actually breathe from our mouths when speaking. Why? Because we take in more air in a shorter period this way. But why? Because it keeps you open to