I am helping a group of completes novices (ages 10-13). I am including only the most basic rules. What are they?
What are the basic rules of theatre acting?
1. Be loud and clear
2. Be the character
3. Don%26#039;t put your back to the audience unless you are going upstage
What are the basic rules of theatre acting?
be yourself and only yourself but don%26#039;t be afraid to step out of yourself and into someone else%26#039;s shoes every once and a while .
Reply:1. Training. Acting/Dancing/Singing classes are a good start. You start to get some talent under your belt, and grow your confidence. Plus, if after about a year of classes if you realize you really don%26#039;t like it, it%26#039;ll be easier for you to back out.
2. Experience. Do Community Theater, act in your school play, get in some student films, etc. You%26#039;ll want to do as many productions as possible to have a great resume.
3. Agent. http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/tale...
As you can see, you%26#039;re going to need to spend at least two years (At the VERY least. Usually you%26#039;ll need three to four.) building yourself up. You%26#039;ll want to make sure this is what you really want to do before you start getting into this.
Also, you should NEVER have to pay for anything when it comes to getting an agent. If an agent tells you to take special classes from them or a website asks for a credit card number, that is a red flag that it is a scam. Some of the big scammers out there are: John Robert Powers, Millie Lewis, John Casablancas, Proscout, Model Look, Barbizon.
Hope this helps and I wish you a fantastic career. =)
Reply:Kudos to you for helping kids get into acting! That is really wonderful. Be sure to mention the following:
ALWAYS face out towards the audience. No matter how loud a kid speaks, if he isn%26#039;t facing towards the audience, no one will hear him. And speak loudly and clearly. This first rule is especially important because, no matter how great the acting is, if the audience can%26#039;t understand the dialouge, the play is no good.
Remember that acting isn%26#039;t just about saying your line, it%26#039;s about REACTING to other people%26#039;s lines. Every moment on stage is something the actor must think about. Every line that is said or every action that%26#039;s made pertains to every actor on stage.
Don%26#039;t throw away entrances. Actors have to think about WHY their character entered, and what their character wants. BE the character, even from off-stage. Know their motives.
Hope this helps! Good luck!
Reply:Basic Rules of Acting
1) Know the Layout of Stage stage right etc. Best way to get kids to learn this is by doing a Simon says type game Get them to feel comfortable in the space.
2) Warm up body and voice It helps them to focus and also helps their projection and clarity. ( I have a voice warm up sheet if you want it). Warm ups should be done at the start of every class
3) Acting is teamwork so get them to do trust games ex. get them into pairs one person closes their eyes while the other person leads them around the space by making a sound.
4) You should give a brief synopsis at the start of a class on a certain acting style for ex Brecht get them into groups depending on size of class and get them to work on a improv or a section of play using the acting style you spoke about at the start
Goodluck
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Http://www.imdb.com/video/scre... Looking for the musical song in the trailer.?
I was hoping to find out what the name of the musical score is at the beginning of THIS trailer for Sisterhood. It%26#039;s instrumental. Thanks!
Question About Talent Agents?
OK So I live in NJ so I am trying to get an agent in NY. But I want to be on Disney Channel which is filmed in California. If I get signed with CESD or The Gersh Agency in NY would they be able to get me castings in California for Disney or do I need to get an agent in California? And also if I get an Interview with an agent in California for the interview would I have to fly to California? And also Miley Cyrus did she have an agent in California when she auditioned for Hannah Montana or in Tennessee. Cuz I know that she lived in Tennessee until she got the part. So please let me know cuz I love to act and I really wanna be in Camp Rock 2 cuz I know there is castings for it. Please answer all my questions! Thanks!
Question About Talent Agents?
Hey! I have a talent agent and so far it seems like you know a thing or two. If you sign with CESD yes they will be able to get you auditions and castings in other states because casting directors send casting notices out to agents around the country, but you would have to be willing to travel where ever to audition. Most major talent agencies are very busy and dont have time for interviews so normally they ask you ask you to send several head shots and body shots depending on the agency, you can visit any of their websites and normally under get discovered or contact they will have the requirements and instructions on what to do. however if you do get an interview traveling there is an option but its not your only one. Sometimes they will offer phone interviews but this varies by agent. As for Miley Cyrus I am sure she had an agent in California but she probably had one in Tennessee as well. They have not released the official casting for Camp Rock 2 yet but if I come across it I will let you know!
Good Luck!
Question About Talent Agents?
Hey.
Firstly, good luck with getting accepted by an agency.
Secondly, if you get an agent in New York, then probably most of the castings and auditions that your agent will book for you are probably in New York or the area around. Because it is New York, you might even get an offer for theater cause New York is mostly for theater and tv series - not that much for films, though there are quite plenty of movies going on in New York but not as many as in California.
You agent will probably get you auditions for California films or series too because he/she know that it%26#039;s there that the big budget comes and most of the entertainment world rules. And also probably, yes, you will probably need to move to California for a while if you get accepted into a California movie. If it is a series then expect to move there for, um, a long time. I believe you are an underage so best of luck allowing your parents to let you move to California for life if you get accepted in a series.
Now, Disney Channel. Ok, Disney Channel is unpredictable. You see, if they really like you they will get you at once. If you walk into the audition room and the director likes you, you put yourself in A-List with the hope that you can act. However, this is the Disney Channel. They do NOT want to get people who have no experience in the entertainment industry but - as I said - they are unpredictable.
Your best shot would be getting your agent first of all cause he/she is your key to the audition room. No agent, no audition. Then, discuss with him/her that you want to get into Disney auditions, he/she will probably know a lot more than me or any other people around here about how stuff work in the entertainment industry. However, I wouldn%26#039;t expect getting into Disney without experience. Most people in Disney are people with a lot of experience or the perfect math for a specific character.
What would be best is to go auditioning for ANY role your agent will tell you. Even a role which does not say a single word in the whole movie/series/play etc... Do not expect lead roles from your first audition. Learn to live with rejection. NEVER take rejection personally cause after a couple of auditions you%26#039;ll say %26quot;I will never make it, I quite%26quot;. No, don%26#039;t do that. EVERYONE, literally EVERYONE went through rejection, even the stars of Disney. Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale or whatever her name is.
Best of luck with getting your name out there! It%26#039;s a tough industry but if you EVER say that you give up then just think of Sarah Jessica Parker who was almost ready to give up and she got the lead role in Sex and the city which was a hit for 6 years, got millions of dollars and then came up with a movie last week!
Best of luck!
=]
See ya!
=]
Peace.
=]
Question About Talent Agents?
Hey! I have a talent agent and so far it seems like you know a thing or two. If you sign with CESD yes they will be able to get you auditions and castings in other states because casting directors send casting notices out to agents around the country, but you would have to be willing to travel where ever to audition. Most major talent agencies are very busy and dont have time for interviews so normally they ask you ask you to send several head shots and body shots depending on the agency, you can visit any of their websites and normally under get discovered or contact they will have the requirements and instructions on what to do. however if you do get an interview traveling there is an option but its not your only one. Sometimes they will offer phone interviews but this varies by agent. As for Miley Cyrus I am sure she had an agent in California but she probably had one in Tennessee as well. They have not released the official casting for Camp Rock 2 yet but if I come across it I will let you know!
Good Luck!
Question About Talent Agents?
Hey.
Firstly, good luck with getting accepted by an agency.
Secondly, if you get an agent in New York, then probably most of the castings and auditions that your agent will book for you are probably in New York or the area around. Because it is New York, you might even get an offer for theater cause New York is mostly for theater and tv series - not that much for films, though there are quite plenty of movies going on in New York but not as many as in California.
You agent will probably get you auditions for California films or series too because he/she know that it%26#039;s there that the big budget comes and most of the entertainment world rules. And also probably, yes, you will probably need to move to California for a while if you get accepted into a California movie. If it is a series then expect to move there for, um, a long time. I believe you are an underage so best of luck allowing your parents to let you move to California for life if you get accepted in a series.
Now, Disney Channel. Ok, Disney Channel is unpredictable. You see, if they really like you they will get you at once. If you walk into the audition room and the director likes you, you put yourself in A-List with the hope that you can act. However, this is the Disney Channel. They do NOT want to get people who have no experience in the entertainment industry but - as I said - they are unpredictable.
Your best shot would be getting your agent first of all cause he/she is your key to the audition room. No agent, no audition. Then, discuss with him/her that you want to get into Disney auditions, he/she will probably know a lot more than me or any other people around here about how stuff work in the entertainment industry. However, I wouldn%26#039;t expect getting into Disney without experience. Most people in Disney are people with a lot of experience or the perfect math for a specific character.
What would be best is to go auditioning for ANY role your agent will tell you. Even a role which does not say a single word in the whole movie/series/play etc... Do not expect lead roles from your first audition. Learn to live with rejection. NEVER take rejection personally cause after a couple of auditions you%26#039;ll say %26quot;I will never make it, I quite%26quot;. No, don%26#039;t do that. EVERYONE, literally EVERYONE went through rejection, even the stars of Disney. Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale or whatever her name is.
Best of luck with getting your name out there! It%26#039;s a tough industry but if you EVER say that you give up then just think of Sarah Jessica Parker who was almost ready to give up and she got the lead role in Sex and the city which was a hit for 6 years, got millions of dollars and then came up with a movie last week!
Best of luck!
=]
See ya!
=]
Peace.
=]
Does any1 have 2 tickets for britains got talent live in ABERDEEN???
me and my friend desperately want to go nad see britains got talent live tour in aberdeen but cant find any tickets!!!! please can you get back to me if you have any or know any who does??
thanks so much guys
Does any1 have 2 tickets for britains got talent live in ABERDEEN???
Just got off phone to the Box office. Seems to be sold out although i haven%26#039;t heard of anyone havin any. They said some more might go on sale closer to the gig. Just keep an on papers and ticketmaster.
thanks so much guys
Does any1 have 2 tickets for britains got talent live in ABERDEEN???
Just got off phone to the Box office. Seems to be sold out although i haven%26#039;t heard of anyone havin any. They said some more might go on sale closer to the gig. Just keep an on papers and ticketmaster.
How can i make the ballroom scene from Romeo and Juliet in a shoebox?
I have a final for english, in which i need to make the romeo and juliet ballroom scene where they see eachother..
I have legos as the characters, But i need a background and some props..(Household items would be best)
help?
How can i make the ballroom scene from Romeo and Juliet in a shoebox?
Stand box on end...glue a berry-basket (from supermarket purchase of 1/2 pint berries) to upper half and spray paint ...add your characters and a few climbing plants and you are all set.
How can i make the ballroom scene from Romeo and Juliet in a shoebox?
paint the walls and floor bright colors, like burgundy floor and gold walls. then make little paper masks for them to wear
u can also probably find some stickers that look like party decorations and use like leaves to make a little indoor plant
I have legos as the characters, But i need a background and some props..(Household items would be best)
help?
How can i make the ballroom scene from Romeo and Juliet in a shoebox?
Stand box on end...glue a berry-basket (from supermarket purchase of 1/2 pint berries) to upper half and spray paint ...add your characters and a few climbing plants and you are all set.
How can i make the ballroom scene from Romeo and Juliet in a shoebox?
paint the walls and floor bright colors, like burgundy floor and gold walls. then make little paper masks for them to wear
u can also probably find some stickers that look like party decorations and use like leaves to make a little indoor plant
When/where are the giver auditions?
The giver book by Louis Lowry is one of my favorite books.
When I heard they were making a movie about it I looked it up on the computer. I couldn%26#039;t find anything about it. No cast or audition dates so if someone could please help me with this problem that would be great because I really want to be in the movie=]
When/where are the giver auditions?
You don%26#039;t just show up to audition for a movie. If I did know them it wouldn%26#039;t help you. You have to have an agent, pictures, a resume and credits.
When I heard they were making a movie about it I looked it up on the computer. I couldn%26#039;t find anything about it. No cast or audition dates so if someone could please help me with this problem that would be great because I really want to be in the movie=]
When/where are the giver auditions?
You don%26#039;t just show up to audition for a movie. If I did know them it wouldn%26#039;t help you. You have to have an agent, pictures, a resume and credits.
Advice for newcomer actors?
One of my goals in life is to become an actress (if I have the chance of course). Right now i%26#039;m in college and although theater is not my major I%26#039;m going to take acting classes there. As for now I%26#039;m taking small steps, such as getting my braces removed and working out at the gym to be in better shape. I also bought a book for voice training (I gotta make my voice clearer and stronger). I wonder if anyone here can give me some advice on what other steps should I take next: do a portfolio, sign up with a talent agency? etc. Any advice will be appreciated.
I would like to be a commercial and tv actress, I really don%26#039;t aspire to be an A-lister if I end up making TV movies I would be content doing that.
Advice for newcomer actors?
1. Take acting classes! They will make you much better, and they are good on your resume. Also take dance, and voice lessons. Most pros are actors, singers and dancers.
2. Look in the classifieds! Find small jobs to boost up your resume. Even if it is small and unpaid it will be good practice!
3. Do theater any chance you have! Audition for your school%26#039;s musical or play!!
4) Make a resume! This should include but is not limited to your name, height, age, skills, and shows you have been in. You should also put on if you are in a union.
5) Get an agent! Remember if they ask you to pay they are a scam!
6. Be confident, put careful. It%26#039;s a dog eat dog buissness, and most waitors in NY are actors.
Good luck!
Advice for newcomer actors?
Do a lot of community theatre and school shows. this will Build your resume and help you perfect you performing skills. Once you feel you have a solid resume you should look for an agent.
Reply:well i would just say to have a back up plan and support(family and friends to help you). believe in yourself, and don%26#039;t be afraid to start small. Act as mush as possible the more experience the better actress you will become, and the more likely you will be able to get a bigger job. you could also try to do soap operas. singing lessons and dance lessons will help you a lot, the more talent the more jobs available. you should also learn how to do back stage work. sometimes actors will drop out and stage men can step in and get the job. never give up, and good luck to you.
Reply:1. Training. Acting/Dancing/Singing classes are a good start. You start to get some talent under your belt, and grow your confidence. Plus, if after about a year of classes if you realize you really don%26#039;t like it, it%26#039;ll be easier for you to back out.
2. Experience. Do Community Theater, act in your school play, get in some student films, etc. You%26#039;ll want to do as many productions as possible to have a great resume.
3. Agent. http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/tale...
As you can see, you%26#039;re going to need to spend at least two years (At the VERY least. Usually you%26#039;ll need three to four.) building yourself up. You%26#039;ll want to make sure this is what you really want to do before you start getting into this.
Also, you should NEVER have to pay for anything when it comes to getting an agent. If an agent tells you to take special classes from them or a website asks for a credit card number, that is a red flag that it is a scam. Some of the big scammers out there are: John Robert Powers, Millie Lewis, John Casablancas, Proscout, Model Look, Barbizon.
Hope this helps and I wish you a fantastic career. =)
Reply:Thought you might be interested in a new social network for actors - a place to share stories, photos, videos and more. A profile page is also a great resource to attach to your professional resume. The site just launched - check it out at www.castedas.com
Reply:You sound like you have a good start and good instincts.
Talent agents are actually hard to come by. They have to agree to represent you. Just remember there are thousand and thousands if not millions of people trying to get into the biz.
Audition and act in everything you can. Tap into your acting teachers at college and learn from them about headshots, how to behave in an audition, etc. Learn how to write an entertainment resume.
Take classes, network, be kind to the costume designer (she%26#039;ll put you in the best costumes).
NEVER, ever pay for a talent scout, web sites, so-called modeling agents and their ilk. It constantly amazes me at the number of scam artists that are out there.
Learn to accept the word NO as a big part of your life.
You might want to take some movement or dance classes since you mentioned voice and I%26#039;m guessing that means musical theatre.
Get rid of any regional accent you might have. Stay fit, make sure your teeth look great (sounds like you%26#039;re doing both). Move to New York or LA once you get some good credits on your resume. Always be polite there is Soooo much truth in the old phrase, %26quot;The people you meet on your way up are the same people you meet on the way down.%26quot;
Good luck. You%26#039;re on your way. Have fun and I%26#039;ll get your autograph at the Emmy%26#039;s in a few years ;-)
I would like to be a commercial and tv actress, I really don%26#039;t aspire to be an A-lister if I end up making TV movies I would be content doing that.
Advice for newcomer actors?
1. Take acting classes! They will make you much better, and they are good on your resume. Also take dance, and voice lessons. Most pros are actors, singers and dancers.
2. Look in the classifieds! Find small jobs to boost up your resume. Even if it is small and unpaid it will be good practice!
3. Do theater any chance you have! Audition for your school%26#039;s musical or play!!
4) Make a resume! This should include but is not limited to your name, height, age, skills, and shows you have been in. You should also put on if you are in a union.
5) Get an agent! Remember if they ask you to pay they are a scam!
6. Be confident, put careful. It%26#039;s a dog eat dog buissness, and most waitors in NY are actors.
Good luck!
Advice for newcomer actors?
Do a lot of community theatre and school shows. this will Build your resume and help you perfect you performing skills. Once you feel you have a solid resume you should look for an agent.
Reply:well i would just say to have a back up plan and support(family and friends to help you). believe in yourself, and don%26#039;t be afraid to start small. Act as mush as possible the more experience the better actress you will become, and the more likely you will be able to get a bigger job. you could also try to do soap operas. singing lessons and dance lessons will help you a lot, the more talent the more jobs available. you should also learn how to do back stage work. sometimes actors will drop out and stage men can step in and get the job. never give up, and good luck to you.
Reply:1. Training. Acting/Dancing/Singing classes are a good start. You start to get some talent under your belt, and grow your confidence. Plus, if after about a year of classes if you realize you really don%26#039;t like it, it%26#039;ll be easier for you to back out.
2. Experience. Do Community Theater, act in your school play, get in some student films, etc. You%26#039;ll want to do as many productions as possible to have a great resume.
3. Agent. http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/tale...
As you can see, you%26#039;re going to need to spend at least two years (At the VERY least. Usually you%26#039;ll need three to four.) building yourself up. You%26#039;ll want to make sure this is what you really want to do before you start getting into this.
Also, you should NEVER have to pay for anything when it comes to getting an agent. If an agent tells you to take special classes from them or a website asks for a credit card number, that is a red flag that it is a scam. Some of the big scammers out there are: John Robert Powers, Millie Lewis, John Casablancas, Proscout, Model Look, Barbizon.
Hope this helps and I wish you a fantastic career. =)
Reply:Thought you might be interested in a new social network for actors - a place to share stories, photos, videos and more. A profile page is also a great resource to attach to your professional resume. The site just launched - check it out at www.castedas.com
Reply:You sound like you have a good start and good instincts.
Talent agents are actually hard to come by. They have to agree to represent you. Just remember there are thousand and thousands if not millions of people trying to get into the biz.
Audition and act in everything you can. Tap into your acting teachers at college and learn from them about headshots, how to behave in an audition, etc. Learn how to write an entertainment resume.
Take classes, network, be kind to the costume designer (she%26#039;ll put you in the best costumes).
NEVER, ever pay for a talent scout, web sites, so-called modeling agents and their ilk. It constantly amazes me at the number of scam artists that are out there.
Learn to accept the word NO as a big part of your life.
You might want to take some movement or dance classes since you mentioned voice and I%26#039;m guessing that means musical theatre.
Get rid of any regional accent you might have. Stay fit, make sure your teeth look great (sounds like you%26#039;re doing both). Move to New York or LA once you get some good credits on your resume. Always be polite there is Soooo much truth in the old phrase, %26quot;The people you meet on your way up are the same people you meet on the way down.%26quot;
Good luck. You%26#039;re on your way. Have fun and I%26#039;ll get your autograph at the Emmy%26#039;s in a few years ;-)
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