Getting to Auditions [as a kid/teenager]
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Topic: Getting to Auditions [as a kid/teenager]
Posted By: altosgetlow
Subject: Getting to Auditions [as a kid/teenager]
Date Posted: 8/13/08 at 8:39pm
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I know I'm not the best singer [above average, definitly, but not the best] but I will admit to being an amazing actress. I'm 15 years old and I've gotten several leads at school, camp, and acting school.
My parents, however, do not think I am talented and will never bring me to auditions off broadway or broadway [I live close to the city and several community theaters so I do not see why it is a problem].
Anyone know how I can convince my parents to bring me until I get my senior liscence in 2 years? |
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Posted By: B-M-D
Date Posted: 8/13/08 at 10:40pm
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Is it that your parents don't think you're talented or that they don't want you to be disapointed. There is a universe of difference between HS, camp, CT and Broadway. In baseball terms it's like the difference between playing on a team in the Babe Ruth League and playing for the Boston Red Sox (sorry I know you're in NY, couldn't bring myself to that comparison).
Very, very few players can hit a 95 mile an hour fast ball. The question is can you?
Were I your parents I'd let you audition no matter how talented or untalented you might be. The chance of being cast is slim and disapointment & failure is the usual outcome. You would learn very quickly whether you're tough enough to handle it. Good luck! ------------- BD 
"Dying is easy, comedy is hard." |
Posted By: altosgetlow
Date Posted: 8/13/08 at 10:44pm
| I know its very different, but since I've never tried, I don't know where I'd land in CT and broadway. I live for theater, I've been doing it since I was 6. I'd settle for chorus. They've told me I'm not talented enough for broadway and CT so I should just focus on a real career and school. |
Posted By: SherrieAnne
Date Posted: 8/13/08 at 11:53pm
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Altos, I'm in the Hudson Valley - and I can tell you there's plenty of theatres around who would welcome you, including youth theatre. If you're willing to take chorus, get your foot in the door, as they say... And don't ever let ANYONE tell you you're "not good enough"!!!!! ------------- There's a little bit of diva in all of us. Some just have a larger helping than others. |
Posted By: altosgetlow
Date Posted: 8/13/08 at 11:59pm
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The problem is GETTING to the auditions.
I think I'm getting to a community theater one Saturday night with my friend... but usually its a problem.
I live in Rockland County so there are alot of theater's between 5 and 30 minutes away... in Westchester, Nyack, ect.
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Posted By: SherrieAnne
Date Posted: 8/14/08 at 4:05am
Bedford (in Westchester) is auditioning for THE KING & I. I got the notice, but since I'm currently rehearsing PIPPIN in Monroe (Orange) & will then be directing GODSPELL (Dutchess), it breaks my heart to have to skip. I adore that show - & as Anna, I can costume myself out of my own closet! 
Here's the information:
Auditions: For adults and teens: Sunday, September 7th 4 to 9 pm For children aged 8 and above: Tuesday, September 9th 4 pm to completion Adults and teens welcome after 6 pm Callbacks (if needed): Thursday, September 11th 7 pm Come prepared to sing music of your choice (at least 16 bars). Accompanist provided (please bring sheet music for accompaniment). Come dressed to move for brief choreography audition. ------------- There's a little bit of diva in all of us. Some just have a larger helping than others. |
Posted By: altosgetlow
Date Posted: 8/14/08 at 10:26am
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Thank you so much! The King and I is also one of my favorite shows, and if you know the information for Godspell [if teens can audtion for it], that would also be greatly apprectiated since it is one of my favorite shows.
Thank you!!!
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Posted By: pdavis69
Date Posted: 8/14/08 at 1:58pm
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One question: If they won't take you to auditions, how do you intend to get to rehearsals? You may be the most talented young lady around but without reliable transportation, you do the theatre no good. Is it fair to tease the theatre with your talent at auditions only to let them down when you don't have a ride? OK that was two questions. ------------- Patrick L. Davis Fort Findlay Playhouse |
Posted By: altosgetlow
Date Posted: 8/14/08 at 2:04pm
| I know my parents, and if I got a part they'd drive me. I used to take acting lessons half an hour away and they'd drive me 3 times a week to rehearsals and lessons. They say they wont take me to auditions because I wont get a part and it's a waste of time. |
Posted By: pdavis69
Date Posted: 8/14/08 at 4:08pm
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Good luck to you. ------------- Patrick L. Davis Fort Findlay Playhouse |
Posted By: biggertigger
Date Posted: 8/14/08 at 8:50pm
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I know it's this great feeling to have this passion and no one understands how you feel and they seem to only offer no hope towards your goal. Now is the time to hone your skills. You said you weren't the best singer, get some vocal training, keep taking acting lessons, take various dance classes, get involved with your local theater, and expand theater knowledge. Work backstage, direct, set design, light design, and anything that will expand your theater knowledge.
Be as prepared as you can be when you are ready to make the transition to professional theater. You may go now and get a part on broadway, but once the contract ends or the show closes you may spend a long time before you get another chance in another show.
It isn't fair, you want success now and no one is letting you grasp for it, but let's be real honest, High School Musical only happens in the movies or on TV. But if you prepare yourself, give yourself something to fall back on, the success can be yours.
Good luck and explain to your parents that you understand their concern and that you will work hard to get there even if it means you have to wait a little while longer, then get out there and learn! ------------- The two greatest days in a theater persons life, the day you start a new show and the day the damn thing closes. |
Posted By: SherrieAnne
Date Posted: 8/14/08 at 10:37pm
LOL - well, since I'm the director, I THINK I know the information!!
 I'm auditioning 16 & up, except by special invitation. We'll be at Cuneen-Hackett, 12 Vassar St., Poughkeepsie. Auditions on Sunday, 21 September, from 12 noon - 5 PM. They MUST end at 5, because I have a 6:00 call in Monroe for a PIPPIN performance that evening! Be prepared to perform up to 32 bars of the song for the character you're auditioning for. How's that? ------------- There's a little bit of diva in all of us. Some just have a larger helping than others. |
Posted By: altosgetlow
Date Posted: 8/28/08 at 4:06pm
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Thank you so much! Unfortunartly I am 15 until January. =[
Well, I auditioned for 110 in the Shade at Anrtim Playhouse and am in the chorus. So that will be fun!
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