Are you worried about being considered for the same type of role when you go to acting auditions or casting calls? Do you want to branch out into performing other character-types?
If so, you should first think about radically changing your general presentation, and even your appearance. Also, casting to type is much more prevalent in film and television work than stage-work, so you may be offered more varied work from live theatre auditions. You should rethink how you present yourself at audition; if you prepare and offer a wider variety of audition pieces, the panel will see the extent of your range as a performer and you will be considered for a wider range of roles.
You should bear in mind however, famous actor Julie Walter’s words of wisdom: ‘I can understand why people get annoyed at being remembered for one thing, but a lot of actors aren’t remembered for anything.’ There is a lot to be said for taking advantage of the work opportunities and auditions you have – even if the roles are of a similar type – and working them into something that is distinctly ‘you.’
Whatever your choice, we at Audition Now are able to help you not only with plenty of opportunities for auditions, but also with access to a range of support services to help you with your career choices for the future. That’s true whether you want to create a new ‘you’, or prefer to consolidate your reputation as a particular character type.
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