In my high school, there is this famous annual play that occurs called the Variety Show. I've heard that the play is extremely difficult to get a part in it, unless you are a very talented person. My mom constantly tells me that I will never make it because my older sister who tried out in the pass didn't make it. I really want to show my mom that I could make it and get a part. I do not think the play is not untill a long time, and I want to improve my drama skills. I also really regretted no ttrying out for it last year because it sounds like alot of fun to be in it, although it may be stressful at times.
2006-10-29 10:18:51 · 9 answers · asked by katelynjohofstetter 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting
Here's a couple of things that can help on stage, whether you are auditioning or actually performing.
1. PUFF=Put Upstage Foot Forward. In this position you consistant have your face where the audience can see it.
2. Listen to what the actor speaking lines is saying and work to flow his/her lines into yours.
3. When in doubt about a character, ask the director.
4. Create a character and stay with it, even if you fall off the apron, unless the director tells you otherwise.
2006-10-29 14:46:58 · answer #1 · answered by Terry 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you are comfortable on stage. If you have the chance audition for something else, just to have the audition experience. Act natural, don't over act. Be the character, feel the character. Make sure your voice is loud and clear. If you have a chance to get the script you will be reading from early, do it. The less you are hiding behind paper and the more you have memorized, the better. Be confident, there's nothing worse than an audition where the person is shuffling their feet, looking down, hiding behind the script and mumbling. Get a friend you can really trust and practice. If you can get into your auditorium or large room, do so and have your friend honestly tell you how you did. No matter what, audition. The worst they can say is no. It will still be a great learning experience, and who knows, you could make it :)
2006-10-29 18:36:34 · answer #2 · answered by apuleuis 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should talk to the drama teacher as soon as possible and ask for any tips or hints she or he has for someone that wants to be in the play. Also, ask him or her for a copy of the script if it is available so you can start practicing, then learn all the lines for the part you want to audition for. Make sure you also learn the lines for the parts before your line too, so you know when your cue is. Another good idea is to see if the play is on video and watch it so that you learn the whole play, it is very important that people acting in a play know the whole play, maybe not word for word, but at least scene by scene so you know when your part is coming up.
Most importantly, stay in touch with the drama teacher or whoever is producing the play and keep letting them know you are very interested in being part of the play, offer to work on sets or props or sell tickets, make posters, anything they need, just so they know how committed you are to being a part of the play. If the script isn't available yet, make sure you ask for the script the day it comes out, you need time to practice as much as possible before the audition.
Once you get the script, make sure you read the whole thing, every line, every scenery note, every side note and then go through and highlight each line you are responsible for knowing, if you are allowed to write in the scripts. If you are not allowed to write in the script, take the time and type up your lines and the lines just before yours. The most important thing, PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE!
2006-10-30 00:16:08 · answer #3 · answered by hargonagain 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off your mom should just not speak to you about your acting. That comment is just not right. Anyway...If the part is right for you, you will get it. You can't mold yourself into a character...I mean come on...think about it (could anyone else of played Jack Sparrow??) :) The thing is...just try out for all the parts...practice like crazy of course...and volunteer anyway you can to be part of the play...any means possible...The right part will come along and it'll fit when you find it. :) Have fun...wait until you have to act for college...quite competive. :)
2006-10-29 18:35:42 · answer #4 · answered by Lindsay M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well look at the roles being offered...if in your heart of hearts you think you are good for the role then go for it...dont worry about what your mom says....if you wanna try it out then take your shot...life will go on if you dont get it and maybe youll learn something for your NEXT attempt.
Maybe read a book about casting or if your into something a little more cerebral read, "An Actor Prepares" by Konstantin Stanislavski.
2006-10-29 18:30:30 · answer #5 · answered by Kurt D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You just really need to get into the charecter that you are trying out for and you need to believe in yourself even though your mom doesnt. I think to get into the play you have to make your charecter come alive and try a variety of voices for your charecter to see which one fits in best. Good Luck!
2006-10-29 18:22:41 · answer #6 · answered by Molly 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just concentrate on being the part, that you're playing.
2006-11-01 22:09:40 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep a cool head and be natural. of course u should memorize very well.
good luck
2006-10-29 18:27:37 · answer #8 · answered by MiMi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i like going into stores and talking with different accents. sometimes i'll say things and be much more friendly than i would ordinarily be. maybe this will work for you.
2006-10-29 18:32:32 · answer #9 · answered by ndyou 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋