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not getting in any productions
i am, well, you could say a Drama Geek. lol. i have not missed even ONE audition for any school or community plays since i started my freshman year (i am finishing my junior year right now). there for a while i kept getting chorus or extra, which was fine to start with, but when i decided i wanted bigger parts, last summer, i was not put in any production for about year now!!! i try out and try out, but never even get a part! is there anythign i can od to improve my skill and/or have a better audition?
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alot of times the director casts people who do certain things in auditions and your's have not been as successfull. i'm sure that many of the people who have recieved bigger roles are willing to give you some tips on how they succeed in theater. you can also ask the directer, without sounding like a suck up, what kind of things he looks for in an audition. the fact that you are faithful to the theater program definatley helps, but maybe you just need a few tips to get an extra push. just don't give up and keep doing the theater.
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You have already done a lot. Truly dedicated "drama geeks" keep auditioning no matter what. Your dedication will be noticed by directors. And do not fret, most directors go unfortunately by seniority. Hang in there, keep auditioning, and your chance to shine will come!
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Get a vocal coach. Have them pick a good song for your voice type and level that will show off what you have. My vocal coach also shows me some things to do so I'm not just standing there the entire time. mail me if you want more advice.
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Find a theater company that's separate from school and audition there!
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I, too, have dabbled in the theater. I have tried many different approaches to be noticed. I was too young to play the older parts, too old to play the younger parts, etc. I took an acting class at the community college one summer and learned a great deal about myself by interacting in drama excercises and most of all watching OTHERS perform. There is much competition out there, so knowing your "stuff" helps. If you know what part you are auditioning for in advance, do some research on the character by using the library, internet, or even a bookstore. Cliff notes to a play can be a useful tool. Cold readings for an audition can jangle the nerves, too. So always start over if you make a mistake at an audition, (don't ask permission to do so).
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I'm a drama geek too ;]
the most you can do is just act natural. No one likes someone who is "too dramatic" [when you're in a DRAMA production? NO WAY. haha] But the directors want people who can just act more natural than uptight, so the audience will like the play more, and everything will just flow. If you really desperatley want more help with your skill, there's probably a workshop around your town, or some sort of a camp, where professionals can teach you how to better fit into a role. and the second, most important rule: HAVE FUN. If you have a bright attitude when you walk into that audition room, your assertiveness and confidence will make you shine and stand up above everyone else in the room. you're trying to impress the JUDGERS, not anyone else, and that's exactly what they look for. :]
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I,myself,have gone through those things too. I want to act, and the FIRST thing they tell you is that you have to go through many rejections to be successful. Learn from your own mistakes on your auditions. Ask the people who are casting what you could possibly improve on for next time. I'm sure they would be more than happy to answer you. Each time you audition you get more and more confident in yourself and the part. Sometimes all you need is experience. I hope this help!
-Amber-
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