WICKED TALENT SEARCH IN JAN?- Page 2

[JacobHall]

Posted: 1/6/08 at 10:21pm

yea I went last June. if its the same thing as last time (kinda hope it is), there are exhibitors workshops and those casting calls. you have to sign up for an audition time tho when you get there, so I got there early. t he line was huge. i registered at their website which is www.eienyc.com
you should audition its fun

[alex2155]

Posted: 1/6/08 at 11:15pm

what is the audition like? Is it in groups? Like if you are a dancer they call in a group of dancers and if you are a singer they call you in a few of a time to sing?

[flapballchange]

Posted: 1/7/08 at 6:22pm

It is a confrence for people in the industy to network and take lectures and audition. It's Free to attend. You need to sign up at the event for the auditions, and get a time just like an other audition. You can have your adudition video taped and then sent to you via email afterwards. It is all day from 10-6 and it is free!! You need to register to attend before the day of or else it is $10. I would register now www.youshouldbethere.com

[JacobHall]

Posted: 1/7/08 at 9:42pm

flapball - did you go last year or no?

[flapballchange]

Posted: 1/9/08 at 6:01pm

I did go last time. This time should be better, they are casting for
Rent
Wicked
The Color Purple
Catch Me If You can
and Many More!!

Will I see you on the SUnday 27th ?

[JacobHall]

Posted: 1/10/08 at 10:45pm

definitely you will
I am so pscyhced man (sp?)
i also like the workshops they have lined up - i bought the flex pass. its cool cause i wanna know more about producing, and they have a workshop about that this time

[DidYouReallyHearMe]

Posted: 1/11/08 at 2:25am

These auditions are silly...don't waste your time.

[Linda3]

Posted: 1/13/08 at 11:07am

Did anyone go? If so, what was it like?

[SueleenGay]

Posted: 1/13/08 at 11:30am

It hasn't happened yet. It is on Jan. 28th.
DidYouReally, why do you say that? Did you have a bad experience?

[DidYouReallyHearMe]

Posted: 1/14/08 at 3:27am

Auditions for Telsey and Co. and other such companies at conventions like these, are only because the people in charge were paid big bucks to sit in a room and watch. They do not truly critique. They sit there and get paid to watch...and possibly laugh afterwards at some of the so-called talent that arrives through the door.

[AngActing]

Posted: 1/14/08 at 3:42am

My own experience . . . of all the people on Broadway. Did any of them get their "first" Broadway gig at one of these convention auditions? You know, get their Broadway debut this way?

I know that everyone who auditions there; at least, I'd gander that not a single one of them will have Broadway credits. Thus, I do really wonder if any single person or more EVER, in the history of Broadway debut's, got it by this method?

Anyone know. I also am guessing . . . but am 80% positive that the answer is "no". I would think that each and every person who is on Broadway or has been on Broadway for the last ten to twenty years (or more) did it the old-fashioned way. They worked on their craft diligently and did a bit or a lot of Off Off Broadway and regional -- and auditioned for their Broadway debut show at a 'regular' open call via an agent or Backstage.

Any statistics or miracle stories out there? Otherwise, I would say these auditions at the convention are, as someone stated, a waste of time and energy. Of course, I'll will go out there and say . . . if you have a huge amount of experience in Off Broadway or professional theatre, already under your belt -- it could be fruitful.

[SueleenGay]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 12:33pm

Ang, why do you assume that everyone who auditions there does NOT have experience or been working their butts off for years? A chance to be seen by professional casting agents FOR FREE is NEVER a waste of time. You may not get a lead or even cast directly from these auditions, but you might make an impression for future productions. I am rather surprised by your negativity.

[SueleenGay]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 5:20pm

So who is going?

[SueleenGay]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 5:20pm

So who is going?

[Phyllis Rogers Stone]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 5:32pm

Back in the day, I knew a lot of people who got cast in ReNT, either on Broadway or an Equity tour, from a cattle call audition.

[AngActing]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 7:09pm

>> Ang, why do you assume that everyone who auditions there does
>> NOT have experience or been working their butts off for
>> years?

I'm not sure they don't have any experience . . . I meant professional experience that was fruitful. I see your point, though. I suppose many would be. Although, I am merely assuming that the one's who do have a lot of experience are already on Broadway, Off Broadway and/or have an agent who gets them actual one on one auditions for these companies.

I mean, I run into a lot of Broadway and Off Broadway actors at the various studio's here in NYC, and find that most of them, that I am personally acquainted with . . . never attended a convention audition. They did it or do it via Backstage, workshops that are continual (i.e. Actors Connection and others) and/or agents or companies calling them directly.

>> A chance to be seen by professional casting agents FOR FREE
>> is NEVER a waste of time.

I agree with you about this . . . though. Although, all the auditions in Backstage are also free to attend and are done regularly, instead of once a year.

>> You may not get a lead or even cast directly from these
>> auditions, but you might make an impression for future
>> productions.

Could be. It just seems like a cattle call to me and having done that early in my career -- it is so rare(other than the personal experience of auditioning - which is good)much comes from those. This could be different and I sit (at my computer) corrected.

>> I am rather surprised by your negativity.

I think it was more wondering, on my part. Because it is not specific regarding roles. I mean, the shows are posted and most of us know the characters and "types" they need. This will just be a pot pourri of people, though . . . a cattle call.

I personally find cattle calls negative to me. Although "Backstage" calls are crowded, it just feels different to me.

But hey, you're right . . . to each their own! Go for it, everyone! I will see you on Broadway as I will get there, too . . .in a way that's comfortable for me!

[SueleenGay]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 7:20pm

Well, good luck. And keep us posted.

I will be interested in hearing from people who actually get off their butts and take any chance they can to be seen. The more you blow off chances like this, the more time you have to sit (at your computer.)

"I would say these auditions at the convention are...a waste of time and energy." sounds more negative than inquisitive to me.

[SueleenGay]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 7:41pm

And do you really think that because a "cattle call" is in Backstage it makes it any more likely you will get cast? 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.

[AngActing]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 8:07pm

>> 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.

[AngActing]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 8:23pm

>> I will be interested in hearing from people who actually get
>> off their butts and take any chance they can to be seen. The
>> more you blow off chances like this, the more time you have
>> to sit (at your computer.)

Hmmm, weird call, Sue.
I did a shoot last week . . .for a t.v. show.
The week before, I did two different t.v. shows and a print job.
This week I have three auditions!
You are assuming an awful lot about my habits because I don't feel a need to attend one cattle call at a convention. That is only one audition . . .geez!

I'll be attending ten by the time the one audition at this convention happens . . .and I'll probably be cast by then, too!

Updated On: 1/15/08 at 08:23 PM

[Phyllis Rogers Stone]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 8:38pm

I think you would make a good Madame Morrible, Ang.

[SueleenGay]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 8:59pm

Not to be rude, but why isn't any of this on your resume?
And there is no such word as "casted".

[AngActingFan2]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 9:03pm

Oh Sueleen, you are a character! Angela, I'm a huge fan of your talent and video blogs! Don't let these sourpusses rain on your parade!

[AngActing]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 10:08pm

>> Not to be rude, but why isn't any of this on your resume?
>> And there is no such word as "casted".

Even if I was the one doing the casting? I cast directed? I cast the show . . .

Oh yes, I see and agree with you Sue, about that.

As to why these credits are not on my resume -- I don't update my resume every single week. Secondly, my resume is only "partial". If I put all that I do or have done in my acting career it would be ten pages long, if not more.

And hey, thanks to my fan! *wink*

[AngActingFan2]

Posted: 1/15/08 at 10:17pm

Your welcome!!