Auditioning for Musical Theatre
Class level: beginning
Length: 20-30 minutes
Objectives:
Students will:
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discuss the interactive elements of the audition preparation.
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create outlines for the development of audition portfolios.
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develop an understanding of the process of Musical Theatre
auditions.
Materials:
Examples of music portfolios
Video and audio taped audition
examples
Theatrical resumes
Anticipatory Set:
It has been stated in many
articles on auditioning that most Directors/Producers will decide if someone
auditioning has the necessary qualities within the first 30 seconds.
The process of auditioning can range from excruciatingly humiliating to
ecstatic jubilation based on one element--PREPARATION! The 30 second
countdown is to familiarize those auditioning with the element of time
and the short interval we have to exude talent and personality.
Activities:
1. The instructor will lead
the class on discussion of the interactive elements of preparation for
an audition. The key word emphasized is Preparation.
2. The student will be issued
a handout to organize the characteristics of a strong and efficient audition
portfolio. The handout is completed by groups and students will be
encouraged to actively think about specific material used in auditions.
The purpose is for the student to develop material that can be considered
as marketable, material the student can use to promote and showcase talent.
3. The purpose of this segment
is to familiarize students with a variety of different types of Musical
Theatre auditions and the subsequent expectations. This includes
discussion on the preparation, practice, and evaluation of the audition.
Through demonstrations of what to do and what not to do, students are offered
the opportunity to cultivate a polished/professional
persona.
Designed by M. Huber