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Sit Stand Lean

1970s-present

Also known as Sit Stand Lie, Stand Sit Kneel, Sitting Standing Lying, Stand Sit Lie Lean

Three-person scene where at all times one player must be standing, one sitting, and one leaning (or lying); any change forces others to reposition.

Known for

Known by different position sets by region — 'Sit Stand Lean' (Hoopla UK), 'Sit Stand Lie' (WL), 'Sit Stand Kneel' (schools).
Teaches fast response and body-first decisions since players can't plan dialogue while reacting.
Variant 'Glad Sad Mad' by Icebox troupe swaps physical for emotional states.
Works well for scene-study because position changes force narrative justification.

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