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you are going to perform; the name of the play, the character and the author. That’s enough to suggest that you are a person with whom they would like to work. For remember, rehearsals are an intense time spent together. Talent isn’t enough. There is a great deal of talent in todays acting community and it is far more enjoyable working with a talented actor with manners, charm, a pleasant attitude, and strong work ethic then one who is difficult.
After the introduction, you must leave yourself and become your character Some actors turn their backs on the audience, or take several quiet moments of pause to make the break between self and character. The principle of “being in the moment" blocking everything out except the scene, is critical. These basic skills seem easy, but they take years and years to master. Often, coming with a skill from a different area shown in the Library acting classes, as Mareid's ability to play the flute, or Sara’s stamina in sports helps a great deal.
So often young actors spend hours and hours looking for the “perfect" monologue when presenting a simple scene that shows the character going from one emotion to another will be enough, if it is done with vocal and movement skills. Think about it. what can anyone do in a minute and without totally confusing the people who are watching. Volume, projection, clarity, that is what Dorothy, Georgina, Morgan. Matt and all the other students in the Library classes have been learning These will get a second look or listen in an audition. Directors know that it is nearly impossible to reach the emotional level necessary in a part m so short a time, but they can see if the actor can take “notes" or direction. If a director asks you to try something different, regardless of how unusual, you try jt without questioning the director’s request or asking for reason after reason.
Finally, how do you handle the fear and stage fright that will destroy the young actor's confidence Theatre professionals w ho are interested m the development of their craft
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