Finding the right combination of spontaneity and planning confuses many personalities. Detailed show prep doesn’t mean the performance comes off stiff or sounds scripted. Similarly, a show can deliver natural, spontaneous reactions and have a plan. Tina Fey calls it Relaxed Readiness to find the “sweet spot” of preparation and performance. I work with personalities to master Prepare Tight and Perform Loose. There’s an entire seminar on it here.
Show Prep Sweet Spot: Relaxed Readiness