A Blue Group

After seeing Blue Man Group at Elliot Hall of Music, I feel compelled to write about their extremely interesting approach to small group dynamics.  Having seen them in a much smaller venue in Boston, I can honestly say that their show is unique and brings something new to the table for those who are bored with the traditional concerts and musicals.  Aside from their entertainment appeal, Blue Man Group conducts their entire show without exchanging words or making any noise (the actors, that is).  They feed off of the audience and use a multitude of volunteers to cater the show to each individual location.  By taking full advantage of non-verbal communications and body language, Blue Man is able to create a show that is not only funny, but also intriguing for those who are in-tune with facial expressions as well as reactions.  Paying close attention to the aforementioned communication styles gives the show incredible depth and makes it more than a simple production.

This show indirectly points to how important non-verbal communications is in everyday life.  If this group is able to conduct an entire show without speaking, imagine how many messages you send and receive each and every day non-verbally.  Some statistics attest to the fact that upwards of 70% of human communication is non-verbal and communicated through body language.  It is important to remember what your body language is saying when you speaking to people in a wide array of situations.  Sending the wrong message could be a detrimental mistake that could ruin your reputation.

-Clay Wildt

(This video is not from the production at Purdue University; it is an identical show in Las Vegas, NV)