I am an aspiring actress. I am very confident in my voice but not so much script readings when I am in an audition. I would love for some feedback from real working actors/actresses. Thanks!
2007-07-26 12:32:01 · 5 answers · asked by x3 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting
Well, I hope you have some experience under your belt, because THAT is the biggest thing. YOu need to be "tested".
I digress, if you have cold reading - meaning, you have the script in front of you and you have never read it, try NOT to read it line-by-line. Don't mistake me: MEmorize your next line as best you can and look your scene partner right in the eye and deliver the line. That infects your partner faster than standing up and reading the script - which is boring.
If you can't do that very well, then remember to REACT to whatever it is your partner is saying. When I cast I look for actors who are LISTENING to the scene and paying attention to things other than their own lines.
THe problem is, you really can't do both of these at the same time. Pick which works for you best.
Know the script. Is it a classical piece? Comedy? Musical? Do your homework and come prepared. Be confident, speak LOUDLY and smile! Just, don't smile during a dramatic reading unless it calls for it.
Act professionally and don't goof off (unless the character or director calls for silliness onstage)
2007-07-26 12:41:55 · answer #1 · answered by Ai V 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to read Acting as a Business by Brian O'Neil.
Once you have the ability as an actor to impress the casting people at an audition, there are several things to do. I cover these in my book The Tao of Acting, Mentoring for Aspiring Actors. Be confident, friendly and well prepared. When you are called walk in with your head high and a spring in your step. Smile. Take the stage and introduce yourself by saying, "HI, I'm so and so, and I am really happy to be here today." If you are doing a monologue there is one technique and if you are reading from a script there is another technique, but when you finish, smile and say, "Thank you, I'm so and so." there are other variables. Write to me at kencosp@aol.com and tell me more about the audition and ask me more questions. I am a retired actor who gives free advice to aspiring actors.
2007-07-26 13:49:25 · answer #2 · answered by Theatre Doc 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well if we're talking musical theatre, luckily for you singing is usually first. Get your repetoire of audition songs down and your good to go, but as for the acting... you'll need to get into some classes on a regular basis. The more you study, the more confident and skilled you'll become. One of the most impoortant things I think you can do (besides training) in a cold reading situation is to make a string character choice. Before you even go in, you should know all about the show, which character you want and which other characters you might breakdown for. If you get an immediate callback to read for a character you were n't expection you will be at a disadvantage so know the show you are auditioning for and the characters (their personalities) in it. That way, when you go to read, you at least know who you are.
good luck!
2007-07-27 08:05:03 · answer #3 · answered by Marianne D 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i studied theater in my highschools magnet program and usually when your doing a cold reading to really be confindent yourself and your ablities to portray that character. also make strong choices with your characters, dont be afraid to have with that character, and just because your not cast dont take it as your not a good actor, some of the most famous actors were rejected from parts, robert de niro was told that he wasnt good for the part in the good bye girl, so dont worry. just be confindent your talent and yourself
2007-07-26 15:53:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on where you live, take an audition class and get an acting coach.
2007-07-26 12:47:26 · answer #5 · answered by newyorkgal71 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋