Tryouts: Facial Expressions

Facial expressions should be relaxed and reflect the mood of the routine. Don't always smile the same frozen smile...add some personality to it. Facial expressions worth practicing in front of a mirror until you get comfortable with them. These emotions may also be reflected by subtle motions of the mouth, eyes, neck, head position and shoulders. Learn by observing other performers on television, in musicals, at competitions and at games. Don't overperform where your expressions look rehearsed, frozen, insincere, exaggerated or fall outside a unified team image. Try alternating various facial expressions with smiles, grins and other emotions according to the mood of the dance.