My
Prep for auditions
For every audition I
will write the lines down and learn them so I know them back to front. I try
and envision the character I am reading for if given a breakdown of the
character, if not then I try and put my own take on it. I also self tape a lot
so I can look back at anything I can improve in regards to the delivery of the
lines. A lot of Theatre auditions are done like workshops now, so you can't
really prepare for them. But they are really fun as you get to do improvisation.
In
between jobs
What I do in between
jobs is write my own ideas for scripts. I sometimes don't shave for nearly a
week. But really just to keep my mind active, I also walk a lot just to keep my
mind and soul healthy. As an actor you are always learning. I also try and get
some part time jobs to keep that ever present wolf from the door.
I think being an actor
has its highs and lows. But I wouldn't change my chosen career for anything
else, it gives me freedom and although sometimes tough it's so enjoyable. Life
isn't always about money it’s about living it to the fullest potential.
So if you have dreams
don’t let anyone tell you that it’s an unattainable. It is out there for you to
grab.
Life of an actor is that
of uncertainty, but if it’s in your heart it is always bubbling away in you. My
advice for people trying to get in to this industry is to work at it, do
amateur theatre, check out drama colleges/ schools just work at it. Plus get
used to rejection because in acting there is a lot.
I am an active supporter
of the ACT FOR CHANGE PROJECT it’s an autonomous committee which was set up on
30th June 2014 after ITV’s Winter Trailer ‘Where Drama Lives’ which
failed to show any BAME actors. You can
find out more about the organisation and how to get involved by following this
link http://www.act-for-change.com/
To
all Merry Christmas and a Happy Healthy Dream filled Year. Xxx
Resources:
©BBC Doctor Who 1963
©BBC Torchwood 2006
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAtZ8ioOOeg&feature=youtu.be Hostage Situation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zdpt6Qn8Js Father and Son
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