A read-through.

Some words are written to be read and some words are written to be said.

When we say, ‘Let’s read the scene.’ we mean, let’s speak it - let’s play it.

Text is written in words and you can get diverted when asked to read by thinking you’re reading. No.

A read-through actually means a speak – act - through. Always. You’re an actor not a reader. Actors don’t read. Other than at an event where you’re reading a statement, notice or poem.

Patsy Rodenburg’s book is called The Actor Speaks.