442. Act in English: Practice a scene with me

442. Act in English: Practice a scene with me

Author: Hadar Shemesh November 19, 2024 Duration: 18:01

Are you ready to act in English? In this podcast, I'll guide you through a scene from the play The Rabbit Hole, where you'll get to practice key elements of English like pronunciation, emotion, and flow by reading along with me.

Watch the video version with the script here: https://bit.ly/4eDz9mJ

Download the PDF of the script here https://bit.ly/48TSuPo or read along with me below:

BECCA: Ridiculous, right? Nine weeks pregnant. In a bar. Drinking.

HOWIE: You said she wasn't drinking.

BECCA: No, she said. But you know Izzy. Plus the place was probably clogged with cigarette smoke.

HOWIE: Not anymore. Clean Indoor Air Act.

BECCA: She was in Yonkers. You think they enforce that in Yonkers?

HOWIE: I wouldn't worry about it. If the babies in France turn out okay, I'm sure this one'll be fine too.

BECCA: You think this is funny, Howie?

HOWIE: Of course not. But you need to relax about it. Izzy could be right.

BECCA: About what?

HOWIE: The baby, getting her on track. It can wake a person up. It did us.

BECCA: She was bragging about a bar fight.

HOWIE: It wasn't a bar fight.

BECCA: They were in a bar! Fighting!

HOWIE: Izzy hit someone, she didn't get into a fight. Blows were never exchanged.

BECCA: What is your point? It's okay for a pregnant woman to be punching people?

HOWIE: Well so long as they don't punch her back, it's probably all right.

BECCA: What are you—? Why are you defending her?

HOWIE: I'm not. I just think it's silly to get worked up about it.

BECCA: I'm not worked up. I'm just saying.

HOWIE: You're right, it's a mess, but what can we do? Maybe it'll be fine. Izzy's not a moron. Okay, she acts like one sometimes but... A baby can be good for a person.

BECCA: I know that, Howie.

HOWIE: Alright then.


Hadar Shemesh hosts The InFluency Podcast, drawing from her own journey from an intermediate English speaker to a recognized pronunciation expert and fluency coach. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a practical, empathetic guide for anyone who feels stuck in their language learning. Hadar's conversations and solo episodes delve into the tangible strategies that actually work for acquiring an American accent, building unshakeable confidence, and moving beyond textbook English to authentic, fluid speech. You'll hear a blend of mindset shifts, technical pronunciation breakdowns, and stories from a global community of learners. The focus is always on the human side of fluency-how it connects to identity, courage, and communication. Each episode of this podcast feels like a direct coaching session, offering actionable steps that address the real frustrations and aspirations of students and teachers alike. Hadar's approach demystifies the process, making the path to speaking English with assurance feel not only possible but deeply personal. Tune in for a resource that understands the journey because the host has lived it, creating a space where progress is celebrated over perfection.
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