Why start small?

The first performance is always exciting, but it’s best to start with a small audience. It can be your close friends or family members who will support you. This experience will help you get used to the idea of being the center of attention and sharing your talent with a limited audience, which will build a confidence base for bigger performances.

Breathing as a key to staying calm

If you have to go on stage, practice breathing exercises. Slowly inhaling and exhaling will help you relax and collect yourself before going on stage. This simple exercise will relieve unnecessary tension and allow you to focus.

Where to look and how to keep your attention?

On stage, it is important to choose a focal point to look at. Looking at loved ones in the audience will create a sense of support, their gaze will become your ally. Alternatively, focusing your gaze above the rows with the audience will create the illusion of contact, avoiding a direct gaze that can cause additional excitement.

Rhythm and focus on the process

Count to yourself to the beat of the music or speech. This will help you establish a rhythm and create some mental stability. Focus on the performance itself, not on the excitement. Remember that the first few minutes before a performance can be the most exciting, but focusing on the art being produced will help you overcome your fear.

End with a smile

Don’t forget to wrap up your performance. End your act calmly and with a smile, maintaining contact with the audience. This will create a positive impression and make your performance more memorable.

Conclusion

Your first performance is always a challenge, but with the right preparation and practice you can overcome your fear and feel the joy of creativity. Don’t be afraid to start small, use breathing exercises, focus on the audience, the rhythm and the performance process. With confidence and a smile you will be able to conquer the stage and present your talent to the world.