Carromato Teatro

So how do you choose the right monologue?One important suggestion we have to make is that before choosing your audition monologues you should find some background information on the company you will be auditioning for. This will help you decide what kind of monologues you should prepare for that particular audition.Always have two audition monologues prepared. In almost all cases the audition will only call for one audition monologue, but on the off chance that the directors are interested but still very indecisive as to weather to call you back. The director may ask if you have anything else prepared. Do not answer with an emphatic "Yes!" The best answer should be a casual "Yes, there is another piece I have been working on," or something of the like. Make sure both pieces are very polished and well rehearsed, make sure also that the characters of each piece are not alike--they should be different to show off your versatility.If you have the opportunity to perform/audition both audition monologues, do not be afraid to take a few moments to take a few deep breaths and get into character before starting your second piece. Having told the director/casting crew that you have ... [more..]