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writes:I know this isnt a dating question as such but I dont know where else to go ok so...On Friday im doing a audition to be in the play Twelfth Night. I m reading and extract from Olivia Act 1 Scene 5 lines 271-281, if anyone knows the play. My question is what can I do to really stand out in the auditions. This is my last year at the school and I really want a main part, and I know I have the ability, not being cocky. My problem is the year group above me, every year since I have been at the school have gotten the main parts, which is fair enough as they are amazing actresses but as they stayed on for 6th form and I wont be there isnt a year when they have left and I can have a shot! Another thing is the teacher who usually casts isnt my drama teacher, she teaches the other group, and is more likely to pick them as she knows their learning ability etc which is fair enough, so you see why im gonna have to pull out the stops here! I have what im doing prepared but I just wanted some advice too. Also im not sure if my drama teacher is in on it too but I told him I was auditioning and today he made me act the most difficult but by a long straw he said and he said I did it very well but I dont know if that means anything as we are studying the play anyway! Ah I dont know but any advice would be appreciated x Reply to this Question
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reader, anonymous, writes (5 November 2008): This is verified as being by the original poster of the questionThanks so much! I have already reserched what each line actualy means in modern day english so I know how to say it and im working on the movements too. Ill be in my uniform so no worries about the clothes :)
Thank you so much ill try my best! I expect ill be caught out for the 5th year by that pesky upper year but nobody can say I havnt given it my all! x
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reader, TasteofIndia  +, writes (5 November 2008):
 Hello my dear,
I'm a theater major (directing) and have done more auditions than I can say. Some go well, some not so much, but I can give you as much advice as I have to give:
Shakespeare is very challenging, particularly to young actors or people who might not have as much experience under their belt. I suggest that you read the entire play and really try to understand it. The director will be impressed if you seem to really understand what you're saying - so many people just read the words and try to make them sound convincing, but actually have no clue what they're saying!
Work movements into your audition. Don't just stand still and read off a paper like you're delivering a oral report in Social Studies. You don't need to go crazy and move all over the place, but try to express yourself using your body as well as your voice.
Try to behave professionally. Listen to the director, take any directions she gives you and do them to the best of your ability. Don't talk back to her. Show her how great you are to work with by being on your best behavior. Be sure you project well and pronounce your words and letters. Wear clothes appropriate for an audition (usually basic colors, no big labels or craziness).
Be confident. Do what you do best. Make sure that you really make that seen YOURS. Give Olivia some character!
Good luck with your audition... break a leg!!
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