You might be interested in auditioning for a leading role in your school play if you're an ambitious and dedicated actor.It isn't impossible to put on an auditioning with star quality, but it will take serious thought and effort.You could get a lead if you follow the steps.
Step 1: You should know what show you are auditioning for, and what role you want to play.
If you don't know what the characters are like, you will not be suited for a certain role.If the show is "Wicked", you'll want to research it, the characters, and the songs before auditioning.Ask the directors or playwrights in advance about the characters and themes of your show if it is written by teachers or students.It will help you understand what you need to know.
Step 2: Go for a search on the internet!
This is an intense session where one looks up the show they're auditioning for on the Internet in whatever way they can (including all search engines and avenues for research), finding their desired characters and everything about them.
Step 3: You can find the auditioning scenes and a suitable monologue.
Print copies of the scenes you're auditioning for and rehearse them with as many people as possible.You want to show your flexibility, so practice any scenes that make you uncomfortable.If you need a monologue that isn't from the show but has the same "air" as the character you're auditioning for, look for it.If you're auditioning for the role of a 1950s housewife, don't pick something from a modern production with a child.You should not try to downplay the scenes you read for that aren't on the character you want.If you are asked to read for a baseball player, act like one.The directors will be looking for you to be versatile and ready for anything, and if that means reading for a baseball player, pretend to chew that Juicy Fruit and slouch.If you can convince them that every second you have on that stage will be used to the best of your abilities, you will have accomplished something.
Step 4: Make sure the song requirements are checked.
It's a good chance that they'll ask you to sing a pre-requested song from the show, if you're good enough.It's the opposite for most shows.Follow the requirements.
Step 5: You know your own voice.
Sopranos, altos and baritones all hit the highest and lowest notes for females.Some people have very limited ranges.Countertenors can reach well into a female range if they hit the highest and lowest notes.If you want to sing loudly without hurting yourself, choose the voice that feels the most comfortable for you.A skilled voice teacher can help you figure out what your voice part is.
Step 6: Find out if the character you want has a voice part.
Try to sing the songs from the production online with a recording in the same key and see if you can hit all of the notes like the original singer.Even if you can't hit that low G in that same rich quality as the original Broadway singer did, do not get discouraged- this could be a combination of range or lack of training.
Step 7: Unless you're asked, don't sing from the show.
That is considered theatrical suicide and shows desperation for a certain role, which shows the directors that you have a lack of experience.Happy Birthday, any nursery rhymes, and rap are all no-nos.
Step 8: Pick something you can memorize or learn quickly from the theatre anthology.
Don't skimp on acting in the song.It's recommended that you don't use props.
Step 9: Dress well for success.
It's not a bad idea to dress up in something that makes you feel confident, and reflect the character if you can.Don't go too far if you choose to do this.If you're auditioning for the role of a farmer, it's better to look tired and messy rather than full-on overalls and a straw hat.Make sure your outfit is modest and not offensive to the people watching you.It's not a good idea to dress like you would go to a party for people looking for a mature student.The bare minimum you should wear is jeans and a clean shirt.
Step 10: It's important that you keep hydrated.
A lot of actors can't sing because they are dehydrated.Before you enter the room, make sure you're well-rested and study your material.
Step 11: Be respectful!
They might not assign you a role if you disrespect the panel you're auditioning for.Until you're done with the auditioning, be kind and control your emotions.Self-control is something directors like in their leads.
Step 12: It's okay to be friendly!
Being respectful and leaving a good impression on the directors never hurts.It is never good to kiss someone's butt in order to get a role, but chatting the panel up and showing them that you are easy to work with is a plus.If you can pull it off, you're showing that you are mature and experienced, not only onstage, but also in life.
Step 13: Follow the rules of acting.
Character behind the lines is behindiculate, enunciate, read clearly and slowly.You will have to portray the role that you are auditioning for.You have to be that person on stage.Unless you're trying to communicate directly with the audience, you have to ignore them.The theatre term for this is to build the fourth wall.
Step 14: Be sure to be confident!
If you follow the above steps, you will be better prepared than you think.