The definition of Stage Fright and how to fight it.

1. Stage Fright

2. Definition
• an anxiety, fear, or phobia of performing in
front of an audience, which can culminate in
nausea, headaches, shakiness, dry mouth,
excessive perspiration, or a variety of other
symptoms

3. How Common Is It?

4. Adele

5. Cher

6. Amanda Seyfried

7. Michael Gambon (Dumbledore)

8. Elvis

9. Meryl Streep

10. How do I fight it?
• Know your topic.
• Get organized.
• Practice, and then practice some more.
• Visualize your success.
• Do some deep breathing.
• Focus on your material, not on your audience.
• Don't be afraid of a moment of silence.