A recent article in the Personal Tech section of the New York Times reviews a number of smartphone apps that supposedly help people deal with their stage fright. While the apps considered are interesting, none really get to the heart of the problem with stage fright and are of limited help. Article link
Zayn Malik’s Stage Fright No Show
It was to be a triumphant moment as a solo artist fo former One Direction member Zayn Malik, but stage fright got in the way He had returned to the UK to appear at the Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium along with Ariana Grande and Little Mix. At the last minute, though, nerves got the better of him, and he …
Anxiety Robs Australian Swimmers at Olympics
The Olympic Games in Rio should have provided Australian swimmers with lots of opportunities for glory. Going into the Games, there was even talk of them winning up to ten gold medals. The actual take turned out to be just a fraction of that. Backstroke king Mitch Larkin took home one silver medal rather than two gold, freestyle star Cate …
Adele’s Fear of the Stage
No popular artist is bigger these days than the British singer-songwriter Adele, and few have been as open about their stage fright. Rolling Stone In a 2011 interview with Rolling Stone, Adele disclosed about her performance anxiety: I’m scared of audiences. I get shitty scared. One show in Amsterdam, I was so nervous I escaped out the fire exit. I’ve …
History of Stage Fright in the Performing Arts
Stage fright—also known as performance anxiety—has been part of the performing arts for ages. Even seasoned actors, musicians, and public speakers can experience it. This phenomenon causes intense fear and nervousness before or during a performance. Here, we explore the history of stage fright, notable instances, and its impact on performing arts. Ancient Beginnings: Stage Fright in Ancient Greece and …
Stage Fright: Joe Kowan’s TED Talk
Folk singer Joe Kowan’s TED talk about his long battle with stage fright.
Stage Fright: PJ Gallagher’s Reality Bites
From RTÉ Ten: Comedian PJ Gallagher has secretly battled with stage fright since he first erupted onto our screens with Naked Camera. But now he’s reached a crossroads: either he finds a way to overcome his crippling fear of performing or gives up the one thing he can actually do!