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Has Your Child Been Bitten By The Acting Bug?
You're youngster has been in several school plays and says she
really want's to be an actress. She's talked you into it. She's
taken acting classes, she has had the head shot taken, and has a
resume, albeit a short one. Now here you are, at your first real
audition. You both have that "deer in the headlights" look. How
can you help her, and what should you expect?
Generally a preliminary audition is a time when the director,
associate directors and casting people can see and hear the
actors. Just seeing and hearing your child is an important first
impression. Help keep your child calm and focused. If a child is
uncomfortable and disagreeable and obviously not happy it's a
big no-no, and a no-brainer that this child won't be called back.
Your child should have at least one monologue prepared, and, if
the show is a musical, a song. Make sure that your child is
familiar and comfortable with the monologue and song. It will
show.
Keep a positive attitude with your child but remain realistic.
Of course not every child will be called back for a second
audition for this particular show. However, if your child
remains positive and is enthusiastic, and of course is truly
talented, he or she will leave a lasting impression on the
directors. Often directors remember a stand-out when another
opportunity presents itself. Your child could get a surprise
call to audition for another part.
Make sure you keep it a light as you can and make sure that this
experience is also fun for your child. Auditions take a lot of
self-confidence. Being passed over and rejected for a part is
not easy, but is a part of the process. A lot of parents say
that the skills their children learn in the theatre translate
positively into their daily lives.
About the author:
This article provided courtesy of
HREF=http://www.acting-school-america.com>http://www.acting-schoo
l-america.com
Author : Tim Henry Site : www.goarticles.com
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