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Auditions.
Aug. 16th, 2005 04:15 pmLast night was the first night of Rainmaker auditions. As I said elsewhere, no one really blew me away, but there were a few new people that I'm glad I had a chance to see.
It's such a personal business. There may be an actor who is stellar and just right for the role, but if the director doesn't quite click with them, they're not going to get hired. There has to be some sort of foundation for trust going in.
Also, I may be a snob, but I really prefer it when people dress somewhat appropriately for the role. For example, a lot of women last night showed up in a sparkly top, jeans, and flip-flops. No. Lizzie is plain and a rancher's daughter. Flip-flops are unacceptable audition attire (unless the play is set on a beach, and even then I'd question it). Sober skirt and low heels would be the ideal audition outfit for her. Same with the men. I noted the ones who showed up in jeans and heavy shoes or boots, because there were only three who did. There were more than a few who had sandals on.
I remember auditions for As Bees In Honey Drown. One woman who was auditioning for Alexa - the lead - dressed for the part. One.
I'm not saying actors should go all-out and dress in full period for their next Moliere audition. There should be an awareness, though, and a desire to present oneself as appropriate for the period. Or at least enough awareness to know that this is akin to a job interview. Your behavior and dress are noted right along with your acting skills.
MikeyP's fiancée is offering a class in how to audition. She's worked at the Chanhassen for many years, and knows exactly what she's doing. I feel like calling a few of these kids up and telling them to take her class. Maybe I will - at least he ones I know will take it in the positive way I'm intending it. (Plus, I want her class to succeed.)
Gah, I sound a lot crankier than I am. It's a pet peeve, but it's a mistake I hate to see people make.
It's such a personal business. There may be an actor who is stellar and just right for the role, but if the director doesn't quite click with them, they're not going to get hired. There has to be some sort of foundation for trust going in.
Also, I may be a snob, but I really prefer it when people dress somewhat appropriately for the role. For example, a lot of women last night showed up in a sparkly top, jeans, and flip-flops. No. Lizzie is plain and a rancher's daughter. Flip-flops are unacceptable audition attire (unless the play is set on a beach, and even then I'd question it). Sober skirt and low heels would be the ideal audition outfit for her. Same with the men. I noted the ones who showed up in jeans and heavy shoes or boots, because there were only three who did. There were more than a few who had sandals on.
I remember auditions for As Bees In Honey Drown. One woman who was auditioning for Alexa - the lead - dressed for the part. One.
I'm not saying actors should go all-out and dress in full period for their next Moliere audition. There should be an awareness, though, and a desire to present oneself as appropriate for the period. Or at least enough awareness to know that this is akin to a job interview. Your behavior and dress are noted right along with your acting skills.
MikeyP's fiancée is offering a class in how to audition. She's worked at the Chanhassen for many years, and knows exactly what she's doing. I feel like calling a few of these kids up and telling them to take her class. Maybe I will - at least he ones I know will take it in the positive way I'm intending it. (Plus, I want her class to succeed.)
Gah, I sound a lot crankier than I am. It's a pet peeve, but it's a mistake I hate to see people make.
