Audition anxiety cures?

Question

OK, I have a serious problem. I have an audition coming up on Wednesday for "Guys and Dolls" and I'm really nervous. I don't get stage fright before an actual show because I'm usually overconfident at that point. But, I always get nervous for auditions. Especially the singing portions. Does anybody here have any tips to reduce the stress? Maybe some confidence-builders? Anything? I'M DESPERATE! Okay, maybe not desperate . . .

Answer 1

In my auditions, I use the nervousness. You can either let the nerves overwhelm you and you freeze, or you can use it to your advantage. Don't fight the nerves, let the feeling settle over you, and you'll be fine. I know that sounds a little weird, but it works for me. The times I wasn't nervous, were the times I didn't do as well. Nerves can actually give you an edge. Break a leg at your audition

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Hey, you got it! You don't need all the workouts that others are suggesting, all you need to do is recognize acting and the audition for what it is: a chance to play and have fun. Acting is what you want to do, right? Because you enjoy it, right? So it is fun, right? So look forward to having fun. When they call on you, take the stage with energy and enthusiasm, say out loud to the whole place, 'Oh, I love it it up here!" And then rip into your number with fun fun fun.

Answer 4

use some of these techniques used by Robert Lewis...he's great, this will not only relax you, but i will also help you get prepared.

(Relax and Energize) – a) Stand up, medium base, normal posture. Shake your hands. Hard, from the wrists out. Shake, shake, hard. You should feel your hands leaving your body. Continue for at least 30 seconds. Now reach for the ceiling and stretch. Up on your toes. Higher. And slowly down. Now your fingers should be tingling. Shake it out and sit. b) Tense and relax each body part, one area at a time.
(Concentration) – Divide class into two groups. When I say “begin,” Group A count by 8 as high as you can go. Group B call out numbers at random to distract them; you may approach them, but do not touch them – try to break their concentration vocally. Call “stop” – how far did you get?
(Concentration) – a) Put two chairs facing each other. Two volunteers sit and A begins a story; B talks along with A, saying the exact words at the same time – help one another succeed. b) Now have B tell a story. c) Next call “switch” as they go along.
(Concentration) – Bring up 8 volunteers. Stand in a straight line, facing front. Tick off the alphabet in a row until each player has 3 or 4 letters. Repeat your letters. Now spell out ADVICE TO THE PLAYERS in rhythm with energy. Now add the 4 movements: on beat #1 – stamp your right foot; #2 – stamp your left foot; #3 – step forward with your right foot, throw your right hand straight out in front of you, and call out your letter; #4 – return to position. Try other variations as well.
(Imagination) – assume an arbitrary pose. Describe who you are and your situation.
(Imagination) – Create four distinct and arbitrary poses. (ex: #1 – squat down, torso erect, hands at sides; #2 – rise, throw right hand behind you and step back on your right foot; #3 – step forward with your right foot in front of you, with your right hand extended in front of you as well; #4 – return to normal posture.) Now justify the choreography.
You can’t teach acting; if you have the equipment and talent, then ok.
A good teacher can give certain hints to release expressivity, or strengthen some technical weakness; that’s about it. It is still crucial to do this, however.
Work in the classroom is only prep for the stage, not an end in itself. One must understand how to translate it into a performance.
When you’re in trouble with a role, you should be able to turn to your technical knowledge. The aim of techniques is to free the spirit.
There is danger in separating the inner and the outer.
You should not just settle for “what” we are doing and “why,” but also “how” we are doing it. If you find the “how” you must justify the “what” and “why.”

Answer 5

ok i do a TON of theatre. Dont worry, its common! Theres alot of things you can do. I suggest:
-Eating Peppermints
-Getting a good nights sleep
-Reviewing your song so your super confident
-Just be you!!! I know you can do it!!
Good Luck!