Audition Tips...?

Question

This is my first audition for a musical...(it's Bye Bye Birdie on Sunday) and I have NO idea how it goes, how it's organized, and how to prepare. Plz. help!

Answer 1

Tips for Teens - 1. To prepare for the audition:
Find a monologue/song that suits you. Practice it frequently and memorize it.
Wear clothing that suggests the role that you are auditioning for, not a costume. Make sure your clothing is comfortable.

Girls: Don't wear high heels! Wear comfy shoes that look nice (no sneakers).

Pack an audition bag with several copies of your headshot and resume, a copy of the monologue/song you'll be reading/singing, some breath mints. Bad breath is a major turn off! Do not , however, chew gum! Gum chewing makes you look obnoxious, and have lots of water nearby.

2. When you arrive at an audition:
Give your headshot and resume to the people checking you in.
Stand up straight and tall, be confident! It's OK to be nervous, as long as you stay calm and give the impression that you are totally confident. Smile!
When you meet the director, smile and say, "It's nice to meet you!" Give them a nice, firm handshake; how you shake hands with someone says a lot about you.

TAKE YOUR TIME!
Introduce yourself (If you haven't already been introduced). Smile. Take several deep breaths, and get into character. Then start your monologue/song. Do not rush! It's OK to pause here and there, as long as you don't pause for too long. Most importantly, breathe! One very valuable thing a learned from a wonderful director was that breathing solves all your problems. If you forget a line, just take a deep breath, and I can almost guarantee that it will come to you.

Listen carefully to the director. If they ask you to do anything else, or to do something a different way, don't act huffy or offended, or try to defend your way of doing it, just smile and say, "OK!" Really think about what they have to say. When you are finished, thank the director and walk out confidently, even if you feel awful about your audition.

3. If you get a call back:
Use the same etiquette that you used for your first audition. It still matters!
Wear the same thing, too.
It will probably be a bit less structured, but bring the same things that you brought to your audition.
Do your best! Truly put effort into it. Don't think that you have a shoe-in for the role just because you got a call back. They still are looking to see what you can do.

4. If you don't get a call back:
Don't be discouraged! Sometimes the only reason why people are called back is because the directors fell like they need to see you act a bit more before they feel ready to make a decision.

5. If you get the part:
Great job!

6. If you don't get the part!
Great job! Do not think that the reason why you didn't get the part is because you are a bad actor/actress! Usually, it's because you don't look the way that the director wants the part to look. For example, you could be a redhead, but the director is looking for a blonde. Or maybe you're on the shorter side, while the part is supposed to be someone tall. In any case, now the director knows who you are, which is very good for the future!

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Answer 2

They'll probably want you to sing and dance since it's a musical. Some will be group work some will be solo.

The true key is to enjoy yourself ~ be natural, smile a lot. Some newbies think it's cute to show how nervous they are - but that doesn't really work for an audition or on stage.

A musical like Bye Bye Birdie is sort of "over the top" with the girls swooning for Conrad and the boys kinda macho yet goofy. A lot like those shows on the Disney Channel, so feel free to mug a little and use your best goofy faces.

It's supposed to be fun - enjoy the experience and .... break a leg!

Answer 3

It depends on where you are.
There's generally an acting portion as well as singing and dancing. You may be asked of previous experience in each of these fields on a form. You also may be asked if you have a special talent that can be used for the show, and a description of yourself and your work ethic.
Bring a pen, and a picture of yourself in case needed (generally you're informed beforehand if one is required)
Also, dress comfortably for dancing, but somewhat classy depending on where you're audition is.
Act confident, it might make others nervous and more liable to trip over words and you will convince the judges and maybe even yourself that you can do this without a problem.
Do not let yourself get nervous. It doesn't amount to anything and won't help you.

Answer 4

I'm now not a singer...however in any case Be calm, don't be fearful...or no less than check out to not be. Relax. Also, opt for a tune that you just consider you're very well at that may carry out the first-rate for your voice. Don't opt for a few tune liek Whitney Houston if you realize your voice cannot do it lol. I'd additionally must say, exhibit a few persona. What makes you stand proud of the leisure except your voice? Watch American Idol and spot who sucks at auditioning lol!

Answer 5

You will find out when you get to the audition.