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FALL PRIMARY AUDITIONS

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When:  Wednesday September 15, 2010 @ 3:00PM & Thursday September 16, 2010 @ 3:00PM

What Do I Need To Audition: You must prepare your material as detailed below.

What Do I Perform: You must prepare a 1 to 2 minute monologue in the style of high British Farce. It must be from a published play. DO NOT WRITE YOUR OWN MATERIAL! If you are not sure what a monologue is please take the time to look it up. 

CALLBACKS

When: Friday September 17, 2010 @ 3:00PM

How Does It Work: At the end of each audition day a list will be posted (both on the production callboard in room A109 and on this website) with the names of students that the production team would like to see again. On this list you will find several things: The role you have been called back for what songs you will need to prepare. Only those on the list should stay for callbacks

Should I Prepare In Advance:  YOU MUST PREPARE IN ADVANCE!  Do not try to read the material for the first time in front of the production team. This is a waste of time and demonstrates that you can not follow directions. The call back scenes and songs can be obtained from Mr. Mosser in A109 prior to the callbacks.

How Do I Learn About the Show for Callbacks: Read the script and do your research. (download the script, youtube the movie, google it). Make sure that you understand who you are playing, what is going on in the scene and how this scene fits into the overall play. It would also be smart to practice with other actors who have been asked to read the same sides with you. We are looking for great comedic timing and very strong choices. Playing it safe is not a part of this production

Tips For a Successful Audition

· READ THE PLAY!! Know the style of the play and select appropriate audition material. Choose material that is similar to the role which you feel you fit best.

· Be prepared! Know your monologue and know what the play you are auditioning for is about

· REHEARSE, REHEARSE, REHEARSE!! And, just when you think you have it, REHEARSE SOME MORE!! Most performers kill their chances of getting cast because they aren’t prepared.

· Be positive. Don’t beat yourself up if you make a mistake. We may not have noticed. Wait till you get home to pass judgment on how your audition went

· Stand in the middle of the room; far enough back that we can see your whole body.

· If you plan to use the chair in the room, SET IT UP BEFORE YOU BEGIN!! You waste valuable seconds during your audition slot by taking time to move the chair to where you want it. It’s stronger if you act without using a chair.

· Slate before your begin:  use the following format to introduce your audition:

Format

(Greeting) I am (your full name stated very clearly) and today I will be performing a monologue from the play (play title) by (author’s name)

Example

Good afternoon I am Jill Smith and today I will be performing a monologue from the play “Copenhagen” by Michael Frayn.

· Please do not look at the production team during the song or monologue. It makes it difficult to enjoy your performance and take notes.

· Make strong, creative and funny choices. We are looking for performers who are able to bring something fun to the show. NO PLAYING IT SAFE!!!

· Make sure that you are acting, this should not be a recitation. You should know who you are, where you are, what you want and how you are going to get it.

· Make sure you are really selling yourself, show us through your preparation that we must work with you.

· DRESS APPROPRIATELY!! Present yourself in the best possible manner. Directors will make judgment about you the minute you walk into the room. Don’t let that judgment be negative. This includes shoes— don’t wear flip flops or shoes you can’t walk in when you audition. And, make sure your hair is combed and out of your face!! Don’t walk in looking like you just crawled out of bed!!

· Behave in a professional manner. Be polite to everyone you meet and encounter. You never know who will be making casting decisions.

· Breathe! Remember - we WANT you to succeed!! It makes casting decisions easier when you “bring it” and deliver what we need for our shows. AND…part of your assessment in the department is based on your audition skills…Being prepared and auditioning well ensures your inclusion in future projects as well.

· BE FEARLESS!! OWN THE ROOM!!