Im trying out for High School Musical @ my school. we have to sing the play's songs. any tips or suggestions?

Answer 1

Good lord, the last thing you should do is smile like a ninny, move your arms a lot, and sing too loud. What I look for from auditioners in this situation is the sense that they know what the material they're performing is about.

While this particular material isn't very good, do what you can to convey what the songs and speeches are about; dig for subtext. Don't stop with just the lyrics. Analyze the text and the scenes. Why is this character singing at this moment? The way the modern musical is generally structured, when a scene or character reaches a point where words are no longer adequate, they -must- sing. It's your job to determine what that point is and why the character has to break into song. Finally, sing the music as it is written. Don't try a lot of melisma and American Idol crap. Show the musical director you can sing, not just holler in rhythm. He or she can add grace notes and other touches that will suit your voice and the character. Act like a professional and do the material as written.

Similarly, if you're doing a scene or a speech, let me (as the director) know exactly what is happening with the character at that point. I'm not looking for a finished performance (that's why we rehearse); I just want to know that you have a specific take on that character and have made specific choices for those moments. And with that, make bold choices. And don't just imitate the actors in the movie; if I want to see those performances, I'll watch the film. Show why -you- should be playing the role and not someone else. (Don't go crazy, but make big definite choices.)

Answer 2

Ooh, I've got the same problem and asked a similar question just a bit ago. I'd say to be big and loud, try blowing people away if you can but at the same time try not to be nervous and rest your voice. Audition for as many things as possible, try getting used to the idea of singing in public. Like sing at your lunch table to be funny and so on. Once you get over the huge anxiety of singing in public, you can go anywhere.

Answer 3

Well ive been lead in many many musicals at my high school such as "little Shop of Horrors" and "Seussical the Musical". When you do your audition song, SMILE! Be big! Musicals are all about being big. Move your hands and body ALOT! Have alot of Diction in your singing. Make sure the audience understands what your singing. And DONT BE NERVOUS! Take DEEP breaths before going on stage.

GOOD LUCK!

Answer 4

Probally now not the ones lyrics are very addicitng equal with the music however there's going to be a prime institution musical two and might be even quantity three so i dont consider that she's going to stop any time quickly.

Answer 5

HAHAHAHAA! omfg we're doing that for one act in the spring, im casted as Sharpea...its pretty cool. All i can tell you is if you want a part more than anything, you must give you heart and soul and all the time in the world into theater bcuz as much as you want to have other things to do in life, your coaches will expect you to have Theater as #1 priority. Make initiative to show them that you will do anything to get that role and rock that audition as if you were that person you are trying out to be. YOU ARE NOT AN ACTOR. YOU ARE THAT PERSON. Remember that. A true actor does not appear to be acting. Shoot for the stars and be in a bubble. Once you feel comfortable with the monologue, cast, and songs, you will rock that play with no nervousness. Dont be nervous PLEASE that is a major mistake. Coaches can tell and probably wont pick you. If they realize that you have that love for theater and potential to do anything for a role, (tell them you will do whatever is needed to adjust to that character) even if you dont get this role, they will remember you in the future and you might be casted as the lead in something you never though possible. Have fun!

Answer 6

Couple of QUICK suggestions (a.k.a.- "easy reading")

1.) Be prepared. You seem to know what you're getting into. Know the characters, plot of the play, etc.

2.) Be confident. Know you're prepared and there's nothing more they could ask for.

3.) DO NOT copy the movie!!! Try to bring something new and fresh to the table. If you show you can provide that little something extra they need to make a good show great, you'll get the part.

BEST WISHES!!!