Hey everyone, Beckkywylin here! If you know me, you know I love bringing different characters to life in my skits, from everyday personalities to over-the-top, hilarious parodies. One of my favorite parts of sketch comedy is getting into character—and today, I’m spilling all the tea on how I do it, especially when taking on fun roles like *Dora the Explora* (my own spin on the adventurous icon).

Step 1: Research & Inspiration

Before I even start a skit, I dive deep into who the character is. For *Dora the Explora*, I watched episodes, studied her voice, and got familiar with her signature moves and catchphrases. Dora’s all about curiosity and excitement, so I knew I had to bring that same energy to my parody, but with a Beckkywylin twist—more humor, sass, and unexpected moments.

Step 2: The Look

Getting the look right is key to bringing a character to life. For *Dora*, I made sure to capture her iconic outfit—the backpack, pink shirt, orange shorts—but I like to add a little edge or comedic flair to it. Maybe the backpack is filled with ridiculous items or the shorts are a little extra stylish. The goal is to be recognizable, but with a funny spin that makes it memorable for my audience.

Step 3: The Voice & Attitude

Dora’s voice is sweet and upbeat, but in my parody, I pushed it a little further. I kept her curiosity and cheerfulness, but added more exaggerated reactions—think Dora with a touch of attitude or sarcasm. This is where I get to put my stamp on the character, creating moments that make the skit stand out and get people laughing.

Step 4: Improvisation

While I have a script or a general outline, I always leave room for improvisation. Once I’m in character, I play around with how *Dora* might react in unexpected situations—like getting lost in a shopping mall instead of the jungle, or needing to solve "adult" problems instead of kids' puzzles. That freedom to improvise keeps things fresh and lets my personality shine through, even when I’m playing a well-known character.

Step 5: Embracing the Comedy

Comedy is about timing and exaggeration. With characters like *Dora the Explora*, I take moments that might be simple or innocent and push them to the extreme. Maybe she’s a little too confident about reading a map, or she takes her "exploration" way too seriously in everyday situations. It’s all about finding that balance between homage and parody, and making sure the audience is in on the joke.

---Why I Love It?

Getting into character for skits like this is one of my favorite creative outlets. It lets me experiment with different personas while adding my personal flavor to each one. Whether I’m making people laugh, embracing my Dominican roots, or just being my goofy self, I love using my platform to show people that it’s okay to be playful, bold, and unapologetically you. After all, that’s what *Beckky’s World* is all about.

---Got a character you want to see me play next? Drop your suggestions below

—I’m always ready for my next wild transformation!