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WAAPA Music Theatre Audition

Sun, 19 Nov 2006, 08:22 pm
Hopeful58 posts in thread
Hi all I'm confused :S I have been preparing for my WAAPA MT audition by 'performing' my songs as if I were in a production of the musicals...one in particular with quite a bit of movement...using a chair etc. My friend told me today, however, that there is an X on the floor which you are supposed to stand on, and that - although you can move slightly - you are primarily to simply sing with expression. Can anyone clear this up for me - particularly those with first-hand experience - because I am extremely confused...and worried :S I feel like a bit strange asking this, but I will feel even more strange if I 'perform' my songs at my audition to some very confused auditioners that expect me to stand on an X. Thanks :) x

Go for it

Tue, 21 Nov 2006, 05:21 pm
Walter Plinge
Do what you have prepared... As long as you don't go to excess they will appreciate the work you have done on it. But remember, don't "stage" it and sacrifice the clarity of text or voice.... The movement or staging you perform should only compliment what is coming out of your mouth. Simple is better, especially for up-tempo numbers, as the audience should always be focused first and foremost on the story you are telling. Best of luck to you! Maybe see you next year!!

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