Being a good actor requires more than just reciting lines from a script. There are fundamental parts of acting that all performers must learn and master—the art of stage presence and audience connection. 

According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, the definition of stage presence is, “a quality that attracts attention on the stage.” This is a very simple, but absolutely accurate, definition. 

An actor on stage wants the audience to be captivated by their performance, watching them with unwavering dedication. But stage presence isn’t something that comes naturally to all performers, but it truly matters in live theatre to keep an audience captivated by an actor’s every move and line. 

In looking at how to have stage presence, if it doesn’t come naturally to you, it can be developed with practice. This article explains how building the best stage presence is all about comfort within your own body and having the right voice that commands attention.