Im not a lead in our production ,but I would like my teacher to choose me for leads in the future
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2006-11-20 03:44:19 · 18 answers · asked by Happy go Lucky 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting
Be yourself, yet professional and dramatic
2006-11-20 03:46:33 · answer #1 · answered by LOLO W 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you attend a group audition, where you can see how the other people are reading the part, you can put a totally different 'spin' on your reading. That stands out. Worked for me, a few times.
Even if you can't see the other readings, try to guess what the obvious reading would be, and do something different, to give your reading a more substantial or striking personality.
Read the Director's mind. *theatrical eyeroll*
Find out what kind of parts YOU LIKE performing. Sometimes, walk-ons can be much more fun than lead roles, and even steal the show!
Above all, read the book/script, see the movie, get familiar with the source material BEFORE the auditions, so you don't go in 'cold'. That's not overconfidence. It's laziness with an extra dose of arrogance.
And, if you like performing in musical theatre, I cannot stress this enough: TAKE DANCE CLASSES.
I didn't. I regretted it all my life. (6 years of ballet doesn't count -- I mean jazz and modern dance).
2006-11-21 01:19:49 · answer #2 · answered by protectrikz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can stand out doing your best performance, regardless how many lines do you have. Act the best of your abilities, prepare for the character as if a producer from Hollywood would be in the audience and not only you might get the lead character in the next production, but you will become a serious actor if that is what you want to do.
2006-11-20 03:55:32 · answer #3 · answered by Victoria 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When you audition take the character and completely throw your inhibitions out the door. Get as into the character as you possibly can! If you can, read the script before the audition and even plan an outfit that you feel really supports the character. Think, really think about what it is you're character feels. Don't just think about doing well in it, because you may do well as yourself, just not as the character. Never try to just be yourself reading lines, actually become the character. A great way to work on character choices is an hour before the audition already become the character. Answer questions the way they would. Walk like them, react like them. It's hard, but that's acting.
2006-11-20 06:28:02 · answer #4 · answered by elphaba_of_georgia 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Always be professional in your approach to your work - know your lines inside and out, know how your character would react in any given situation.(After all acting is all about reacting) Connect with the other actors on stage and most importantly you need absolute self belief. (If you do not believe that you are a certain character how do you expect your audience to believe it?) Apply these principles even if you only have a couple of lines to deliver. Have a read of the following books - 'Building a Character ' and 'An Actor Prepares' both by Stanislavsky. They will prove invauable to you as an actor. I wish you all the luck in the world !! xx
2006-11-23 10:20:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whenever you are reading, try to do something totally different with the lines then everyone else. I've gotten roles by reading a single word correctly when everyone else was copying the previous actors and pronouncing a word incorrectly. If you can't find anything in the language to do differently, try using a different body position - sit in the middle of your line (if the line permits), or even turn away from the person with whom you are speaking. This shows directors that you are comfortable enough to employ movement in your acting, even in cold-reading.
2006-11-20 06:47:53 · answer #6 · answered by stargirllll4311 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Always be cheerful. If you're all gloomy or sad your teacher might think you're not up to the part. Did you know that a famous actor(i forget) got his big break in a school play. He was a waitor and only said 1 line. He really portrayed the charactor.
2006-11-20 21:13:29 · answer #7 · answered by Lauren S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dedication, regardless of the role. Believe me they notice when you are willing to take anything to better your experience. In your role now, do all that you can to help the director (don't brown nose). If they ask, do. Don't be afraid to make a fool of yourself. I mean during improvs or something like that. Go all out, but keep it realistic.
2006-11-20 09:15:12 · answer #8 · answered by once_upn_atime 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. Be comfortable on stage.
2. Know your role inside and out.
3. Connect with other actors ... look at them.
4. Connect with the audience, let me see you.
5. Don't be an actor, be the role.
2006-11-20 04:41:22 · answer #9 · answered by wrathofkublakhan 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i use to hate it when i didn't get leading roles, but than i stood out reheared my piece wll and got the leading female part. you have to be passionate and read your script as if you are that person, you could even try acting as that character for a day to get used too it
2006-11-20 03:56:52 · answer #10 · answered by Fran 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
by working your way to the top...
in other words you do not need a lead roll in order to be remembered by those who see the play.
even if you have one and only one line you take that and put your own voice and actions to it and make it your own. working hard outside of class is a great way to work your way up the ladder of success. having fun in your work and truly understanding you character that you are given is one way to get noticed by your teacher.
2006-11-20 07:09:15 · answer #11 · answered by cool cat2 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋