Mock audition and casting feedback workshop

Experience a professional theatre audition and receive supportive feedback on how you presented yourself from a professional theatre director. Bring a prepared audition speech and comedy song.

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Key course information

Date
06/05/12

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 16:00

Fees
Full fee: £38
Senior fee: £38
Concession: £23

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DO086

Availability
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drama@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2542

Course outline

What is the course about?

This intensive one-day course gives you the experience of a professional audition process in both group and one-to-one situations. A genuine competitive element will see two students selected for the make- believe ‘job’ in a touring childrens’ theatre production at the end of the day. Please prepare and bring with you an audition piece suitable for a children's touring theatre and a comedy song.

What topics will we cover?

Group movement and voice warm-ups; individual auditions, including sight-reading; positive but critical feedback; advice for future professional auditions.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

• Give a confident audition.
• Identify what makes a strong audition.
• Prepare more thoroughly for a professional audition.
• Develop your ability in sight-reading.
• Assimilate and give positive but critical feedback.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The course is open to everyone but is ideal for working actors who wish to sharpen their approach to professional auditions.
In order to get the most from the course you will be able to:
• Speak English fluently.
• Communicate in group situations.
• Give and receive constructive feedback.
• Sight- read a given text with minimum preparation.
• Take course notes for your own use.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

All class work will be practical. You need to prepare a two-minute audition speech and a comedy song (which will be unaccompanied) prior to the day.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

You need to bring the text of a prepared two-minute modern audition piece appropriate for childrens’ touring theatre. Loose clothing should be worn and you should bring a pen and notebook to make course notes.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2542

drama@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice During term-time: Monday & Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 17.30 - 18.30 Non term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 Wednesday 17.30 - 18.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.