Author : Andy Johnson
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 35,26 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Acting
ISBN : 9781848422971
A reassuring, encouraging how to book that demystifies the often scary-looking process of applying to drama school.
Author : Matias Rengel
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 94 pages
File Size : 20,26 MB
Release : 2015-04-06
Category :
ISBN : 9781511622103
When I first decided that I wanted study at Berklee College of Music, I took a year off and studied as much as I could before my audition; it paid off. In 2009 I was accepted to Berklee College of Music as a Guitar Principal and, I also received a Scholarship. Five years later I graduated from this incredible place where I met the most inspiring musicians from all over the world. I wrote this book to help applicants prepare for the Audition and Interview process. I will describe every aspect of the process that will contribute to your acceptance to Berklee College of Music. I will talk about all the music concepts you need to learn before going to your audition; I will recommend you books, software, websites and more. I will show you how to manage your study time without leaving anything behind. I will share my experience about the audition and interview. I will tell you everything you need to know about the audition and interview process
Author : Joanna Merlin
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 29,22 MB
Release : 2001-05-08
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 0375725377
Theater veteran and acting teacher Joanna Merlin has written the definitive guide to auditioning for stage and screen, bringing to it a valuable dual perspective. She has spent her career on both sides of the auditioning process, both as an award-winning casting director who has worked with Harold Prince, Bernard Bertolucci, and James Ivory, and as an accomplished actor herself. In this highly informative and accessible book, Merlin provides everything the actor needs to achieve self-confidence and artistic honesty–from the most basic practical tips to an in-depth framework for preparing a part. Filled with advice from the most esteemed people in the business, such as James Lapine, Nora Ephron, and Stephen Sondheim, and charged with tremendous wisdom and compassion, this indispensable resource will arm the reader to face an actor's greatest challenge: getting the part.
Author : Andrew Gerle
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 46,21 MB
Release : 2011-02-01
Category : Music
ISBN : 1557839425
RIDICULOUS! THE THEATRICAL LIFE AND TIMES OF CHARLES LUDLAM
Author : Amy Rogers Schwartzreich
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 39,16 MB
Release : 2019-01-02
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 0190925078
In The Ultimate Musical Theatre College Audition Guide, author, acting teacher, and musical theatre program director Amy Rogers offers an honest, no-nonsense guide to the musical theatre audition. Written for high school students and their parents, teachers, and mentors, the book demystifies what can be an overwhelming process with step-by-step explanations of audition checkpoints to answer every student's question, "where do I begin?" Chapters explore degree types, summer programs and intensives, audition coaches, what to sing, what to wear, headshots, how to prepare your monologue, the dance call, the university and program applications, prescreens, on-campus auditions, Unifides, resumes, acceptances/waitlists/rejections, and more. The book also includes advice from over 10 top-tier program directors and faculty, as well as examples from students, parents, and experts currently working on Broadway. Written with compassion, experience, and a love of the industry, Rogers' essential all-in-one guide is guaranteed to prevent surprise throughout the audition process.
Author : Joseph Hacker
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 35,25 MB
Release : 2013-05-13
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 1136699864
To win a screen role, an actor must learn to contend with an on-camera audition. Understanding how to make the crucial adjustments to one’s craft that this kind of audition requires is vital to the career of any screen actor. Auditioning On Camera sets out the key elements of a successful on-camera audition and explains how to put them into practice. Joseph Hacker draws on 35 years of acting experience to guide the reader through the screen auditioning process with an engaging and undaunting approach. Key elements examined include: textual analysis knowing where to look dealing with nerves on-camera interviews using the environment retaining the camera’s focus The book also features point-by-point chapter summaries, as well as a glossary of acting and technical terms, and is a comprehensive and enlightening resource for screen actors of all levels.
Author : Andrew Gerle
Publisher : Applause Theatre & Cinema
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 12,53 MB
Release : 2011-02-01
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 1557839352
(Applause Books). "I am your accompanist. You do not know me. I am the guy who sits behind the upright in the unflattering fluorescent light of the dance studio, a bottle of water on the floor, a half-eaten Power Bar on the bench, and your audition in my hands." Award-winning New York theatre composer and pianist Andrew Gerle pulls no punches in this irreverent, fly-on-the-wall guide to everything you've never been taught about auditioning for musical theatre. From the unique perspective of the pianist's bench, he demystifies the audition process, from how to put together your book and speak to an accompanist to the healthiest and savviest ways to approach the audition marketplace and your career. By better understanding the dynamics of professional auditions, you will learn to present yourself in the strongest, most castable way while remaining true to your own special voice the one that, in the end, will get you the job.
Author : Neil Rutherford
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 47,43 MB
Release : 2012-06-21
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 1408174839
Musical theatre is a tough and over-crowded industry. Yet, despite the huge competition, many performers find auditioning difficult with little knowledge of what the directors, creative teams and producers are looking for, or how to win the panel over with their unique talent. As a leading international casting director, Neil Rutherford has seen thousands of hopefuls audition over the years. Uniquely, he also understands what it is like to audition from his years as a professional actor in musical theatre. This book provides a unique perspective on the musical theatre audition process and how to improve the chances of landing a role. With wit, humour and insight, Neil Rutherford guides the reader through the crucial elements of musical theatre auditions, opening up the process of casting and auditioning to the thousands of hopefuls trying to secure work in this industry every year, as well as anyone involved in musical theatre. With a foreword by Tony-award-winning director Bartlett Sher, the book also contains contributions from some of the world's leading directors and musical directors, including Sir Richard Eyre and Jerry Mitchell, adding further valuable insight from those at the centre of the musical theatre world. This book is a vital tool for anyone hoping to improve their audition chances and survive in the world of musical theatre.
Author : Ted Michael
Publisher : Running Press Kids
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 49,88 MB
Release : 2012-10-02
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780762447015
Geared toward hopeful musical theater, show choir, a cappella, and glee club singers, as well as all shower singers that want to improve their skills, this enthusiastic and practical guide can help anyone's inner superstardom make a public appearance. Full of straightforward, well-organized advice for every step of the process, this book will help you train your vocal cords, pick the right audition material, and become comfortable with the spotlight. Interactive quizzes, helpful sidebars, and words of advice from industry professionals add a personalized and real-world touch. Author Ted Michael, a veteran of music and theater, along with the help of popular actors, actresses, and singers, provides all the tools young singers need in order to nail their auditions and nurture their natural show-stopping abilities.
Author : Ralph Skiano
Publisher :
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 45,39 MB
Release : 2021-01-22
Category :
ISBN : 9781735285726
An inside look at the process that helped Detroit Symphony Principal Clarinetist, Ralph Skiano achieve success in his own auditions. In this flexible audition guide, Ralph shows you step-by-step how you can effectively organize your materials and your time in order to maximize your potential at your next audition. Learn how to plan your travel to win, how to divide your audition list to practice effectively, what to do in the hotel, how to manage your time in the warm up room, how to get feedback, and how to process feedback in the most helpful way. In addition, you'll find plenty of helpful practice suggestions to address fundamental issues like technique, musical expression, and intonation. While there may not be a magical formula for audition preparation that will work for everyone, this book will give you ideas to help you approach your preparation with structure and creativity. A must-have for aspiring orchestral musicians!
