Acting heavy songs?
Acting heavy songs?
Veronica11
Swing Joined: 2/7/17
#1Acting heavy songs?
Posted: 2/7/17 at 7:09am
For an audition I have been asked to prepare 16 bars of a song, however I will be judged on my acting not my singing ability. Any song ideas? also any tips would be greatly appreciated.
Updated On: 2/7/17 at 07:09 AM
dramamama611
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/4/07
#2Acting heavy songs?
Posted: 2/7/17 at 7:20am
Honestly, if you are a good actor, that should happen with any song you choose. That's why its not always the best singers that get all the leads.
You should attack prepping a song, the same way you do dialogue.
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Updated On: 2/7/17 at 07:20 AM
broadwayguy91
Broadway Star Joined: 12/23/15
#5Acting heavy songs?
Posted: 2/7/17 at 8:58am
What role/show are you auditioning for? Might help us come with suggestions.
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#6Acting heavy songs?
Posted: 2/7/17 at 9:00am
It would be helpful to know your age, vocal type/range, character type, etc.
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MinnieFay
Stand-by Joined: 5/19/16
#8Acting heavy songs?
Posted: 2/7/17 at 10:56am
If it's a musical, then trust me --- you WILL most certainly be judged on your singing ability. I can't imagine why you would think otherwise?
BroadwayConcierge
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/24/15
#9Acting heavy songs?
Posted: 2/7/17 at 11:01am
For some reason, "Not Getting Married Today" came to mind immediately for me.
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