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THEATRE/ACTING AUDITIONS


Prior to the audition procedures, each student must complete the application process.
HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE AUDITION

Your monologue* is a key component of your audition.  Well in advance of the audition, you should select and prepare your monologue.  You may choose a monologue from our recommendations**, or select your own.  When selecting and preparing audition material please keep the following in mind:

  • Monologue should be age appropriate
  • Monologue must be from a published play
  • READ the play, or at least be familiar with the story
  • Rehearse! Rehearse! Rehearse!
  • We are looking for bold, creative and honest choices that are supported by the text
WHAT TO BRING TO THE AUDITION

On the day of your audition remember to bring:

  • A copy of your monologue for the audition panel (if any cuts have been made - please note them)
  • Your most professional, enthusiastic, and creative self
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING THE AUDITION

Remember that the audition panel is on your side.  They will be looking for your best qualities.  All of them have gone through the audition process as actors and they understand how nerve wracking the process can be.  So relax and do your best.  Also, the best way to combat nerves is to be prepared.

The audition will include:

  • Presentation of a one to two minute memorized monologue (from a published play)
  • Participation in an improvisational exercise (no preparation necessary)

Students will be evaluated individually.  Areas of assessment will include:

  • Characterization
  • Physical Expression
  • Vocal Expression
  • Text/Sub Text
  • Overall Impact
  • Improvisation
  • Ability to receive feedback/constructive criticism

* A monologue is a speech from a play where one character is talking to himself or other characters for a period of time. If a character interrupts the speech you can usually skip their interjection and continue the monologue.

** Copies of recommended monologues are available in the SCPA Main Office.   You may also request a copy via fax or postal mail by calling SCPA at (619) 470 0555, ext. 283, or emailing rtrujillo@sandi.net

THEATRE/ACTING AUDITION RUBRIC

A copy of the theatre/acting audition rubric is available in the SCPA Audition Guidelines Handout.