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Ari Maza Long, Jing-Xuan Chan and Kristie Nguy. Photo: Blakground Productions
Acting

Representing characters

in The Robot Dog

Hear from the cast The Robot Dog as they discuss how they create characters in Roshelle Yee Pui Fong and Matthew Ngamurarri Heffernan's play.

Actors Ari Maza Long, Jing-Xuan Chan and Kristie Nguy answer VCE Drama-aligned questions about the representation of their characters, making this resource ideal for exam revision. Use the thinking prompts below to help you make connections to the curriculum.

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Thinking prompts

As you watch the video, consider the following:

  • What are each of the character's goals and how does this connect to climax of the story? 
  • What scene best demonstrates Jing-Xuan Chan's use of expressive skills to bring her characters to life?
  • How is the involvement of Luritja-Pintupi Language Consultant Lavinia Napaltjarri Heffernan, or Cultural Design Consultant Kat Chan, an example of contemporary drama practices?
  • How is the production area of sound manipulated to enhance the performance of Hus or Dog?

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Commissioned and developed through Melbourne Theatre Company’s NEXT STAGE Writers’ Program, with the support of our Playwrights Giving Circle.

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