~ Gestures vs. Thoughts ~

When an actor uses gestures during their performance, it is like an extension of their thoughts. Using gestures helps the actor portray his/her thoughts in a physical manner. Actors incorporate gestures into their performances during their dialogues. When they speak, they use the gestures to emphasize what they are saying to add to what is going on during the scene. I think the actor's hand is not very conscious when they are performing because the gestures come naturally to them when they perform. The actor is in character. They think and act as if they were that character. Therefore, when they act, the natural gestures that might be used everyday come to them. Of course, sometimes the gestures are exaggerated, but it adds to the scene and drama.