Chitacle for the shy — a format in which you don't need to "start first." All three types of shyness — I'm shy about the first line, I'm shy about my appearance, I'm shy about talking about myself — are removed by one move: the play takes it all on itself.
Three types of shyness
- I'm afraid of the first line. I don't know what to say. There's panic in my head.
- I'm shy about my appearance. I think about how I look and lose the thread of the conversation.
- I don't know how to talk about myself. "Tell me about yourself" is the hardest question.
Chitacle removes all three at once.
How "I'm afraid of the first line" is removed
The first line isn't yours. It was said by the author of the play. You simply voice the written text. Not "choosing words," not "thinking how it sounds" — reading the ready-made.
In two or three lines the voice warms up, breathing evens out, and you're already talking — but without a moment of "now I'll say the first phrase."
How "I'm shy about my appearance" is removed
On Chitacle nobody judges "by photos." There's no profile. No feed. The partner didn't come for appearance — they came to read a play. That's a different motivation than in dating.
In ten minutes of reading, attention goes into the text. Nobody's examining your clothes or hair — everyone's listening to the play.
How "I don't know how to talk about myself" is removed
On Chitacle you don't need to talk about yourself. The topic is the play. After reading, the conversation itself moves into the personal — but through the text, not through a profile. This is a natural path into personal topics.
If the partner asks "who are you," you'll tell them. But it will be an answer to a specific question — not self-presentation.
What's special about this
Shyness isn't a "weakness" or a "defect." It's the result of the absence of a suitable format. Chitacle provides a suitable format — and shyness, it turns out, doesn't get in the way.
Who this is for
- Those who haven't met new people in a long time precisely because of shyness.
- Introverts.
- Those with an unsuccessful experience of public speaking.
- Those who've moved to a new place and don't know where to start.
- Those who have "everything in order" but find it hard to make new acquaintances.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chitacle?
An online theater for two: two people read an original play by roles over video call, right in the browser. 200+ original plays and monoplays — freely distributed under CC BY 4.0. Interface in five languages.
How do I get the play text as a file?
Write to chitacle.online@gmail.com with the play's title — we'll send you the file. You learn the title during your meeting in the theater.
On what terms can I use Chitacle plays?
All plays are freely distributed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0), perpetually and worldwide, with no rights claims. The only requirement — attribution to the author (Chitacle) and links to our resources.
Can I invite viewers to the meeting?
Yes, in all formats except instant matching. The viewer joins via a personal link. The same works for online supervision: a teacher, psychologist, or coach joins the student's or client's session as a viewer.
What languages does the interface support?
The Chitacle interface is in five languages: Русский · English · Español · العربية · 中文. The play repertoire is being translated and continues to grow.
How much does it cost?
Your first meeting is on us. After that — by individual meetings or a monthly subscription.
Legal side — Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0) license.
Chitacle plays are freely distributed perpetually and worldwide, with no rights claims. You may copy, distribute, perform on stage, create derivative works, and use commercially. The only condition — attribution to the author (Chitacle) and links to our resources.
Your first meeting is on us
Head to the Dressing Room at play-read.online and check the box.
Your first meeting is on us.
Enter the theaterChitacle now speaks five languages — Русский · English · Español · العربية · 中文.
We did it quietly, but properly.