{"id":510,"date":"2012-09-11T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2012-09-11T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dearingstudio.com\/?p=510"},"modified":"2022-06-20T22:17:47","modified_gmt":"2022-06-21T05:17:47","slug":"improv-audition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dearingstudio.com\/improv-audition\/","title":{"rendered":"How Can I Prepare for an Improv Audition?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Let\u2019s break down the Improv Audition shall we?<\/p>\n\n\n

We get asked questions about acting all the time!<\/h4>\n\n\n

I\u2019ve been an acting coach for almost two decades now. At the same time I\u2019ve also had the privilege of working as a casting director<\/a>, so I often get asked about acting techniques and auditions from young actors. The first question is of course always about where to start auditioning<\/a>. But once been out there for a while more questions tend to come up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another question asked a lot is how can actors best prepare for an improv audition. This is because, as actors we get used to dissecting scripts and sometimes when we have to audition without one, we get flustered. If you are one of those actors who get nervous in an improv audition, then you\u2019re in luck. Because this article has been written specifically for you.<\/p>\n\n\n

How can I prepare for an Improv Audition?<\/h2>\n\n\n

I understand the confusion here. The question itself, \u201cHow can I prepare for an Improv Audition?\u201d is a bit of an oxymoron. By pure definition, improv in acting means you are making things up. Therefore it makes sense to question the logic of preparing for something that will be created on the spot. Well honestly it\u2019s not as difficult as it sounds.<\/p>\n\n\n

4 TIPS TO PREPARE FOR AN IMPROV AUDITION<\/h3>\n\n\n
  1. BE GROUNDED<\/li>
  2. TAKE DIRECTION<\/li>
  3. PLAY TO THE STORY<\/li>
  4. HAVE FUN<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Also, before we dive into each tip to prepare you for an improv audition I want to remind you that acting takes practice. The Dearing Acting Studio has a variety of acting classes<\/a> available at our studio in Phoenix AZ. If you are an actor in a different market than Phoenix, no worries! We have virtual acting classes and one of the best online acting schools in the world<\/a>. (At least we think so) In the meantime, read on.<\/p>\n\n\n

    ACTOR TIP VIDEO SERIES: ACTING MADE EASY<\/h3>\n\n\n

    Here\u2019s an actor tip video on auditioning. This video contains a fun little exercise called 5 things.https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8ECFCA9ibIQ?feature=oembed<\/p>\n\n\n

    TIP #1 \u2013 Be Grounded<\/h2>\n\n\n

    When you\u2019re doing an improv audition, you won\u2019t be asked to give a prepared monologue to showcase your talents. For the most part, you\u2019re going to be faced with one of two situations. Either the casting director will ask for improv space work or improv dialogue.<\/p>\n\n\n

    a) IMPROV SPACE WORK<\/h3>\n\n\n

    You\u2019re going to be asked to look natural performing a certain task or activity. This is where your improv space work training will come in handy. Changing an imaginary load of laundry. Drinking an imaginary soda. Things like that. Sounds easy enough, right? Well\u2026 not always.<\/p>\n\n\n

    It sounds weird but plan to forget. \ud83d\ude42<\/h4>\n\n\n

    You may forget to put on the turn signal in your imaginary car or check the rearview mirror. Many actors forget to acknowledge the appropriate weight of their space work objects etc. If you do remember these details however it can really MAKE your improv audition stand out! They keep you feeling grounded and connected to your activity\u2026and keeps your performance looking natural!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Here\u2019s a link to a free improv class online dedicated to space work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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