At The Fanny Brice Audition - Dealing with Nerves
So, here I am at the audition and I am early. An hour early. To me, for an audition, that is running late. Usually, there is a LONG LINE to sign up. Here in Evanston, Illinois, there is anything but a long line. Crazy, right? There are two other actors and they both just decided to go for a walk. I, on the other hand, decided to stick it out and write a little blog. The casting people are already here - another shock to me. I am used to them arriving just on time (well, that’s what I’ve usually seen happen in New York). So, here I am and I am in utter shock at how empty this audition is. I know they have appointments for performers throughout the day, but it is hard for me to believe that practically no one has arrived. This is a Fanny Brice musical! This is huge! Why would someone not show up for this great opportunity. It’s interesting to see what the people look like who will be watching the audition. I am really excited to show them my performance. Technically, it’s an audition with me performing a monologue and a song. Here I am! I am really happy to be here and to have this opportunity to perform. I have my dress and make-up all ready-to-go. Good times. My acting teacher would be very proud of how I am feeling at this moment. It is truly organic and I am just in it to win it right now. Now that I am starting to understand how I can do no wrong and only have a fun time at my audition, I feel ready to just jump right into it. I love what I do!
Here’s a clip from something you may recognize where a person is dealing with nerves …
