Questions and Answers
by Gail Baber (Hawaii Island, Hawaii) QUESTION: Aloha,My daughter is enjoying drama and we have been looking for guidance on how to help her get out of character since she finds it easy to get into characters. What are some successful methods others have used. ANSWER: You can try a simple relaxation exercise. Have her […]
by Sophie (England) QUESTION: My character has two sides to her personality. I am struggling to switch between the two quickly. What would you recommend? ANSWER: It depends on whether your character has two very opposite sides (for example, she’s bipolar) or whether her personality traits are connected and you need to segue from one […]
by Ebonie Arauz (Farmville, VA) QUESTION: If i want to act and I’m 14, but don’t have any clue what I’m doing for instance, I want to be an actor and I’m taking this online acting class, how can i train at home for an upcoming audition and is it possible for me at this […]
by Wendy Morris (Edinburgh) I’m attempting to be natural in scene but I find it so hard in letting the character through. Never sure how to move my hands or body because it doesn’t look natural. Any feedback is welcome. CheersWendy Hi Wendy, I know how you feel. It’s a natural tendency I think for […]
QUESTION: Is it hard the first day of your first acting audition? ANSWER: Yes, it can be a little nerve-racking… I remember my first audition being very intimidating, no matter how many times I had performed in school. Of course, it’s different for everybody. Your level of self-confidence and training have a lot to do […]
QUESTION: What questions do auditioners usually ask at auditions? Full list, please. ANSWER: Before auditions, you will usually be asked very few questions, besides “How are you?”and “What will you be doing for us today?” (If you were given a choice of monologue) After the auditions, most questions will be about your resume. If you […]
by Kev (Nyc) QUESTION: I’m 19 years old and a newcomer in acting. I posted a question before but I not sure if you remember since alot of people ask questions here. I was wondering if it was too late to start acting at age 19. Anyway, this Sunday is the NYC Actorfest and I’m […]
QUESTION: Is it ok to ask to do a second take for a commercial or film audition? ANSWER: Sorry it took so long to reply to your question, it’s been a very busy month! If you have done an entire take, it’s usually not OK to ask to do a whole other take. Casting directors […]
by Erin (Iowa) QUESTION: Some good audition tips? I have my first audition for a play in 3 weeks and I’m a little nervous about what to expect and how I should act (excuse the pun)… ANSWER: Congrats on getting your first audition. That’s exciting… and nerve-wrecking! Actually, your pun is right on, because at […]
by Joey (Las Vegas) QUESTION: Hi Acting School, You are the only one so far giving me helpful tips I can count on, as I have asked a question in the past and it is really helping. I ordered the Chekhov book you mentioned on using the psychological gesture and I can’t wait to read […]