The document provides techniques for effective presentations including using pauses to catch attention, varying rhythm and voice to maintain focus, and clear articulation and eye contact to command knowledge and presence. It also recommends using body language through facial expressions and gestures, as well as periodically walking to different areas of the stage to sustain attention through change.

1. Presentation Techniques The Presentation Trail By Klaus Kammann / Graduate Theatre Teacher

2. Presenation Trail Before you leave: pause Sculptures Opening of Presenation Catch Attention Concentration Technical Preparation: equipment

3. Rhetorical Techniques Make your presence felt: you should begin with a pause, employ non-verbal contact, catch the audience´s attention Pauses: pauses are exciting; wilfull pauses show your commanding knowledge Rythm: A monotonous way of speaking lulls the audience to sleep; change the rythm of your voice to maintain the attention Articulation: precise articulation supports your presence and knowledge Voice: with a good chest voice you are able to fill large rooms; this requires a special taining Eye Contact: keep the eye contact to your audience, collect their attention Technique of Maintaining your Presence: every now and then „have a break / pause“ Sculptures: Body language is extremely important: be aware of your gestures and your facial expression; employ clear, unambiguous „sculptures“ Technique of walking: while talking you should every now and then go to another place in order to maintain the attention and to offer a welcome change