8/15/2014

Steps To Become A Ben Franklin Reenactor

By Tanisha Berg


There are a number of historical reenactments done for the purpose of educating the public. They would like to show the people the events that took place at that time. These reenactments are made possible with the help of those who reenact the events.

Historical figures are also commonly reenacted. A Ben Franklin reenactor is a good example. The person playing the part looks like Benjamin Franklin as well as talks like him. He also acts as if he is the real Benjamin Franklin. There are certainly other roles that can be portrayed such as soldiers, medieval princesses, war doctors, and others.

Reenacting is a hobby that a lot of people enjoy. They call reenactments as living histories and would like to become part of it. A person should consider several things to be able to become a reenactor.

Any person can certainly be a reenactor. Even little kids can be reenactors. However, their roles could be very limited. For those who are older, they could be portraying roles such as being veterans of war.

It is of great importance that an individual is healthy and in good condition physically, especially if he will be a part of a civil war reenactment. This type of presentation requires him to play an active role. Because civil war reenactments are done in open fields, changes in weather may affect his health. It may be raining at one point and very hot in another. He should also be prepared to live his life without technology as he will be depicting the past.

It would be nice if he has a lot of acquaintances who are into reenactments. He will be able to ask for additional ideas as to how he should be portraying his character, and if he is doing a great job. They can also share their knowledge about history with each other so additional learning is expected.

The clothes that reenactors wear are the same as those worn by people from the past, depending on who they are reenacting. For this, the actor should be financially ready as the costumes are expensive and can only be found on stores that display such attires. There are also other reenactors who are willing to share their extra costumes so the actor can ask for their help. Most of them would typically give a lending hand once they know that a person is interested in reenactments. The actor should do an extensive research so that he will be wearing those clothes that will make it an authentic experience.

The individual should also be having his own kit ready. For a Franklin reenactor, it may include a pair of eyeglasses and a cane. This kit would include the other items that the character he is portraying typically uses.

When he already has the necessary things set, he will then have the chance to be part of a living history. Aside from that, he will also be gaining additional understanding of history from these events. Reenactments are truly serious yet fun events.




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