When it comes to auditioning, we imagine A Chorus Line, the dancers and singers lined up under the lights, waiting, their fate in the hands of the director.
You want to be part of that elusive group backstage...the cast. It means you’ve arrived, you’re part of the show.
So how do you nab the part?
Whether you’re looking for a part in our Patel Conservatory Youth Theater (PCYT) program or any show, auditioning doesn't have to be so scary. It's part of the process in the entertainment industry and the more practice you get, the better and more relaxed you'll be.
Here’s a few tips from Patel Conservatory theater instructor Ami Sallee on how to approach an audition.
- Keep in mind, they want you to do well. Directors and casting directors aren’t out to get you. They're eager to find talent to cast their show, so they're rooting for you to do great!
- Only bring sheet music with which you've practiced. Sheet music can be different from a recorded version of a song. So make sure you don’t try anything you haven’t practiced.
- Stay within your comfort range. An audition is not a place to try to something new or adventurous. When it comes to age range, note range or the range of emotional depth of a character, stay within your comfort zone.
- Don’t try to be the best in the room, just be the best you! If you have the opportunity to watch others audition before you, you may second-guess your choices. Don’t! Try not to compare yourself to anyone else. Feel comfortable in your own shoes and do the best that you can do. There's only one you, and you may be just who they're looking for!
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