Audition ready
Course Code: DPP050
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Duration: 4 sessions (over 4 weeks)
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What is the course about?
Whether you are a seasoned actor or just starting out, your audition material is your single most important asset once you are in front of an audition panel. In this practical course you will learn how an audition panel sees you, and you will work on a classical and contemporary audition piece.
You will be required to learn new audition material as we progress through this course, so please be aware that you will need to prepare work outside of the course hours at home, (this will be valuable time spent).
What will we cover?
• How do we identify casting and what is mine?
• Industry/drama school audition processes.
• How should I approach audition material?
• How to prep for scene work and reading with either a casting director or actor.
• What is expected of me in the room?
• Cold reading of unseen material/sight-reading.
• How do I mentally prepare for auditions?
• The psychology of auditioning and how to navigate the outcome.
Please note that acting classes by their very nature can involve exercises and the exploration of material that some students may find challenging.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
•Identify the types of roles that speak to your casting.
•Develop an understanding of how to keep abreast of casting opportunities in the industry.
• Professionally present a contemporary and a classical monologue.
• Confidently approach sight reading.
• Write to casting directors to apply directly for work.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
All levels are welcome. You must have completed at least one beginners course. The willingness to take risks, challenge oneself and have fun is equally important. In order to get the most from the course you will be able to:
• Listen and respond to instructions and feedback
• Communicate clearly in discussion and drama practice
• Read and respond to a variety of text
• Give and receive constructive feedback
• Take notes
• Work within groups and pairs safely.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Individually, in pairs and groups.
You will be required to learn new audition material as we progress through this course, so please be aware that you will need to conduct some work from home.
As part of the course content, your tutor may record your image for initial and ongoing assessment purposes. You are entitled to decline to participate in the recording of your image.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Comfortable clothing should be worn. Help and guidance will be provided that will give you an indication of how to select and locate appropriate material as part of the course. However, it is important that you bring anything you have with you that you are currently working on or wish to develop and improve during the sessions.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
You may wish to audition for one of our accredited acting courses such as Acting Diploma (level 3) or Foundation. You can audition for our Theatre company course or consider one of a range of classes that will support your development as an actor including Screen acting, acting advanced and improvers. Please explore our wide range of Acting and Theatre courses.
Simon has worked as a professioanl actor since 2003. Working extensively in theatre, he has acted with companies including The Royal Shakespeare Company, Out of Joint, Paines Plough and played numerous theatres up and down the country and overseas. He is also an established voice actor, specialising in audio books and has numerous television credits to his name. Simon's specialist area is working largely in the realm of audition technique, scene study and professional practice. At City Lit he teaches Audition Ready and the the intensive Audition module on the Acting Diploma (Level 3). Simon has also directed the showcases for accredited drama students. Over the last 5 years simon has been an Acting and Professional Practice teacher/facilitator at The Arts Educational Drama School and Buckinghamshire New University.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
