Character Investigation Worksheet

I came into my audition only auditioning for the ensemble, leaving the audition I ended up receiving the titular role of Pippin. There was also a dance audition, where we were asked to learn the choreography to All that Jazz from the musical Chicago, this was a challenging experience because I have had no professional dance training but I ended up doing very well and responding well to the choreographer and her teachings. This whole process helped me to develop my confidence and social skills. The auditions were the most like professional auditions I’ve ever attended, and therefore allowed me to better understand what the real musical theatre industry is like and give me a taste of what it would be like if I continued onto large productions. I was very lucky to receive the lead role, as I didn’t even audition for it, despite not seeing this at the time. There was a long break between auditions and the beginning of rehearsals, almost three weeks. This seemed like a very long period of time due to not being able to tell any of my fellow cast mates that I had received a

Next, think of all the details about your character and how they might influence his or her opinions. Fill out a RAFTS chart to identify your character’s point of view

When I read the audition scene, I was immediately drawn to how amazing the script was! Also, in my audition scene, I had to play piano, which I have been doing since I was four, so I believe that was an advantage for me.

I had yet another complex application process requiring an apprehensive audition, extensive personal statements, and stiff interviews to persevere through. Blocking out my pessimism, I regained my fierce determination and desire to achieve a coveted offer. I was vastly ready to feel the sense of accomplishment and belonging. I rolled up my sleeves to give the best audition of my life.

"I’m so nervous,” I complained to my mom as we walked into the Waukesha Civic Theatre. “What if I’m not good enough. I haven’t even prepared that much!” It was a crisp September day and some leaves had already started changing color. On the way home from school my mom told me about a play that the theater puts on near us every year and thought I would be good for it. Since I had only heard about the audition that day, it gave me a few hours to pick my song and be prepared for whatever part they wanted me to read. The next song that came on the radio was the song “Edge of Glory” by Lady GaGa and because it was in my vocal range I thought it would be good for me. Little did I know that this audition would change my view of theater.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.3.3: Describe characters in a story (e.g., their traits, motivations, or feelings) and explain how their actions contribute to the sequence of events.

BCOM 103: NON VERBAL COMMUNICATION PART A 1. PHYSICAL CARE AND CLOTHING You should look good and clean. Avoid unpleasant odours like smoke and sweat, make sure your hands are clean and that your hair is not in a mess. A good candidate takes good care of himself or herself. Start thinking about your ‘stage outfit’ a few days before your interview. This way you will have enough time to shine on stage without any additional stress. Choose an outfit that looks good, corresponds to the dress code and makes you feel good. If you are travelling for interview allow plenty of travel time! This way you will not need to run and sweat. Don’t smoke prior to your job interview and put a bottle of deodorant and a brush or comb in your bag. These are details

The reason why the director spends time with the actors at callbacks, is because what he/she does is go over with the actors and talk about their performance either telling them some things to go over, or just some things that were good. But most of the time the director may want something changed and wishes to try other methods and acting routines. 3. What should an actor physically bring to an audition? Describe

I wanted to leave that audition knowing I gave it my all. As I stepped into the room my heart was pumping. My fingers were jittering and I could feel my throat ready to spit out every word I knew. As my tryout went on I felt more confident than I have ever felt before.

Overall I feel like I didn't do very well at all on this assessment task. I believe that I could of done a lot better in the acting part by not stoping in the middle. I did get very upset after I performed due too me feeling like I knew it and I practised it so much that I was so disappointed in myself for stuffing the whole monologue up. I got myself all worked up before performing so that when I stumbled during my monologue I blanked.

Yeah, just looking at plays that I've never dealt or heard of before. In my personal opinion a rash decision over the choice of mononologue could show the auditioner the type of actor you are, therefore putting you into a steorotyped cast. There are many performers going into a auditioning room with their heads up Steven Berkoff's ass. Perhaps look at other performers that influenced Steven.

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At first I was hesitant because I was never one that was competitive in an individual way. (Yes, I am very competitive in hockey, but that is a team sport.) Despite the idea of having all eyes on me during an audition making me nauseous, I hopped on board and began working on audition material. At this point, I never really thought I would do the auditions, but began working on the material to please my instructor. All of my practicing led me to have the confidence to complete the auditions. I made it to state multiple years, made top remarks in the music theory tests, and also won first place at the state

During the warm-up, the actors are encouraged to enter into a state of mind where they can be present in and aware of the current moment and are free to be creative. This is done through the use of different ice-breaker games and activities. Next, the action section of the psychodrama session is the time in which the actual scenes themselves take place. Finally, in the post-discussion, the different actors are able to comment on the action, coming from their personal point of view, not as a critique, sharing their empathy and experiences with the protagonist of the

One last thing I wanted to talk about before I bring it all together. Have you ever acted before? If no, you should try it. I've seen the shyest guy who couldn't talk to a girl if his life depended on it told to act like James Bond in a class be able to walk up to the best looking girl there and smooth talk her like it was nothing. That's the power of acting. And as far as I can tell humans are the only animals who can act like we do in movies. Sure, other animals can act scared, angry, or strong to trick their competition, but no animal can pretend to be someone else like a human can.