>> And do you really think that because a "cattle call" is in
>> Backstage it makes it any more likely you will get cast?
No, I don't think that (with Equity shows); but they are much less crowded than a general one at a convention. I don't attend "cattle calls" anywhere, actually. I attend calls for shows with roles that fit me and my type.
>> Many of those calls are REQUIRED by Equity. Do you think the
>> auditors want to be there all day watching anyone who comes
>> in? No, believe me.
I'm well aware about the requirement as I have been on both sides of the table. [I mean, I have casted a few shows, too]. And I don't just audition for Equity calls.
Yes, I've been advised [by actors, not coaches]to attend each and every call [whether I fit it or not] and take every single chance I can [go to every single audition offered] . . . Nevertheless, it just doesn't work for me, that way. I also do NOT get up at 5 a.m. to get to an audition at 6 a.m. and be first on the list. Actors are quick to say I've lost opportunities. I haven't. I believe my talent speaks for itself and it does! I have been in many, many productions, thanks to my auditions.
Again, to each their own. I love to audition and I pick and choose which auditions I attend, to my preference. I have never "not" been seen even if I arrive at 9 a.m. or 10 a.m. (I do try to get there one hour before the time listed for the audition). The reaction to me is always, 98% of the time positive; and each and every audition has lead to contacts, work (at times) and casting people recognizing me at others auditions. Thus, I am not knocking how others do it. We all do what works for us.
It doesn't work for me to wake up at 5 a.m. for an audition. Not when the audition starts at 9:00 a.m. or 10:00 a.m.
--If I am booked on a t.v. show, film or production, I will wake up what time I need to arrive on time, even if it is 4:00 a.m. or whatever --
Cattle calls make me ill. I only attend auditions where I can have a number and time -- if I get there and there's no numbers left -- I leave. It happens rarely, though.
And finally, I truly believe in law of attraction . . .and know, truly know, when it is time for me to be on Broadway -- the opportunity will be there for me and I will know by how I "feel".
Thus, I feel this convention audition doesn't fit me. Besides, I actually have two auditions on that day already. One of which I was called directly for by a director.
Everyone else . . . go for it! If it feels good, it is good.
Love and Stage Lights,
Angela Theresa
