#musicalaudition

[musicaltheatreloves]

Hey what are some good audition songs for an alto or a low soprano?

Hi! I’d consider myself an alto/ low soprano (I can belt up to a C5 for reference but usually stay lower) so here are some songs I’ve sang at auditions /just some good audition songs for an alto / low soprano✨There are worse things I could do from Grease✨Forever from Shrek (has some bit higher belty notes but nothing crazy)✨Watch what happens from Newsies✨One perfect moment from Bring it on✨All that Jazz from Chicago (perfect for altos)✨I couldn’t know someone less from Daddy Long Legs’s✨21 guns from American Idiot✨Everything I know from In the Heights✨Before the parade passes by from Hello Dolly✨Honey Bun from South Pacific

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More Thoughts on Perceptions of Troy

Further to my post yesterday on how Sharpay and Gabriella perceive Troy, I neglected to mention how Troy perceived himself in both these scenes. This follows a consistent trend of how Troy reacts whenever he is praised. I challenge my knowledge of the three films to analyse how Troy reacts to the compliments that he receives as a further defence of his character.

Garden Rooftop Scene- High School Musical I

I think I have said before that Gabriella appears rather wistful when she discusses Troy’s fame. “Seems to me like everyone on campus wants to be your friend.” This might be because her intelligence marked her as an outsider in her previous schools, although no indication is given of whether she was treated unfairly or bullied for this. Had that been the case, Gabriella would act more like Kelsi, whose evident pathological shyness during the first part of this movie is a strong indication of fearing the outside world. Instead, I think that Gabriella was rather viewed as a specimen, rather than just a girl who happened to be very intelligent. Of course, there’s no problem with Gabriella being wistful about this, and the reasons for this are, for want of a better word, reasonable. But Troy’s reaction is bittersweet; he laughs this away, and then says, “Unless we lose.” (I like this scene and I used it in my Trelsi fanfiction, as the pressures of college basketball would be even greater than what he faced in high school.)

I have said before that Troy’s tone implies that he has been through the social consequences of losing. Interestingly, none of the other Wildcats are shown to make the same reflection, despite Coach Bolton saying earlier that the West High Knights had repeatedly knocked them out of the runnings for the last three years. Yes, the Wildcats are nervous and hyped for the game (hence their increasing dismay when Troy’s mind is seemingly lead astray by the school musical), but none of them are shown at least to fear any social consequences for losing. I think the reason is that Troy is Captain, the Coach’s son, and everyone’s hero. He’s the key strategist, and the one who is supposed to make those on-court decisions that will lead to victory. This isolates him from the team somewhat. Hence why he says, “Unless WE lose”, whilst standing ALONE on the school rooftops. I think he means, “Unless I lose,” which indicates that Troy takes losses personally, despite saying later, “Win together, lose together.” 

So far, he laughs away his popularity. When Gabriella points out that he treated Kelsi so kindly at the auditions, he almost does not react. This is very interesting to me, not least because it involves Troy and Kelsi (indirectly) :D. Why is this the case? I am literally considering this as I write. I can only conclude that Troy doesn’t consider it a big deal; it’s only when Gabriella brings this up in an impressed tone that he realizes he just revealed a side of himself that he doesn’t usually reveal. I believe this because Gabriella then says, “Do your friends know that guy?” We know that Troy has many friends who are not Wildcats. This is shown when he shakes hands with members of the Drama Club on his way to auditions, much to Chad’s consternation! The reason for Chad’s astonishment is that he doesn’t usually see that side of Troy. And only Gabriella is a witness to the scene where Troy helps pick up Kelsi’s manuscript paper and helps her to stand without a second thought. The involuntary nature of this action, the immediate response to run over and help Kelsi when she is down (literally) shows who Troy is underneath the glitz and glamour, which is why Kelsi is so astonished throughout this scene. I have a full analysis of this scene here, but I don’t think that enough can be said about it. So again, Gabriella compliments Troy, and his reaction is minimal at best. 

Gabriella then candidly expresses her pleasure and comfort in singing with him, which he responds to with a smile and instantly returns the compliment. It is evident by now that Troy, despite his popularity, is shy. As I write my Trelsi fanfiction at the moment, this occurs to me as a great similarity between Troy and Kelsi, although the mode of their shyness is vastly different. I wonder what Kelsi would make of this as she grew comparatively more confident and Troy grew comparatively more paranoid and isolated. Very interesting indeed. 

Finally, Gabriella says that he is a “cool guy”, and for a moment he seems lost in thought. He certainly only half-listens to whatever she says next. Instead, he wonders about the possibility of expanding beyond his role as Playmaker. I must intrude to make a Trelsi observation once again, but we see a reverse parallel between Troy and Kelsi in HSM I: Kelsi embraces the Playmaker role, whilst Troy parts with it. “You’re the Playmaker here, Kelsi.” versus “To them, I’m the Playmaker dude.” This scene evidently helps cement Troy’s attachment to Gabriella as she has demonstrated that she understands him in a way that no one else has heretofore done. It is no coincidence that he holds her hand as they run down the stairs, or that they later take to sharing detention time. Revisiting these scenes, it is easy to see the popularity of HSM I, which is why I am generally less critical of it and of Gabriella than I am of both in the later two instalments. So Troy either shies away from compliments, barely registers them, or uses them as an opportunity to expand his character further. After this scene, he throws himself into practicing. I don’t think it’s sufficient to assume that this is just because of Gabriella. Why? Because his most energetic moments come whilst he is rehearsing alone in the bathrooms and when he is rehearsing with Kelsi. His later rehearsal with Gabriella (the one that Sharpay and Ryan overhear together) is comparatively mild. 

Why is this relevant? Because it refutes the notion of Troy’s supposed esclation into arrogance during HSM II. Unless anyone can find a way of twisting the above into a raging egomaniac who loves nothing but Italian golf shoes, then we can safely conclude that Troy Bolton is endearing not least because of his honest modesty. This topic is inexhaustive, and I foresee a a few more posts on this in the future. 

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"Catch me if you Can the Musical" Auditions are being held at the Center for the Arts! @boroarts Go and try out! #catchmeifyoucan #catchemeifyoucanmusical #centerforthearts #auditions #musicalauditions #murfreesboro #sheetmusic (at Murfreesboro, Tennessee)

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Wearing dresses all week for audition week! #scared #musicalaudition #musical #theatre #selfie #selfiesunday

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The Look When You Realize It's Way Too High

musical audition autidion @ centro de artes - sines http://flic.kr/p/dKbG2U

[musicaltheatreloves]

How-To Quick Changes

although very stressful I love quick changes! and i pretty much mastered how to do them efficiently. Here’s a guide on how to master your quick changes too.

1. Assess your time. Is this a super super quick change or you have a decent amount of time. Try to get an estimate but then subtract some time. For example if you think you have 2 minutes really only count on having 1 or 1 ½.

2. Assemble a team. Whether it’s someone in the cast who isn’t doing anything at the moment or someone on hair or makeup, have someone be door person (if needed) to hold any doors you may need to run in our out of. They’re only job is to hold the door open the whole time bc running right through will cut a lot of time off. Next, an undresser someone to help with zippers, buttons, weird cuts. Lastly a dresser, someone who will help put the costume on.

3. Layer. when possible layering clothing is one of the best things so you only have to remove a couple layers instead of taking off and putting on a whole new costume.

4. Chairs. If for some reason you can’t have anyone helping you, chairs are your new best friend! Having your costumes unzipped and ready to just be skipped on is really easy when they’re lying out neatly on a chair.

5. Biker shorts/tank top. Everyone’s level of comfort is different in front of others but when you know you are going to be changing backstage or just in front of a ton of people it’s a good idea to definitely wear shorts underneath and a tank top bc it can also just make the changes easier as if you miss a button or a zipper broke you won’t be flashing the world on stage

hope you enjoyed my tips!!

[musicaltheatreloves]

Heather Chandler Audition Songs

I have seen that a lot of schools have been doing Heathers lately so here are some good Heather Chandler audition songs! 🎤Cooties from Hairspray 🎤Killer Instinct from Bring it on the musical 🎤Better from Bring it on the musical 🎤Forever from Shrek the musical 🎤Whipped into shape from Legally Blonde

[musicaltheatreloves]

Spring Awakening audition songs

here are some song ideas for Spring Awakening! •Portrait of a girl from bare •gravity by sara barielles •beautiful disaster by kelly clarkson •too much too soon from American Idiot •21 guns from American idiot anything from

[musicaltheatreloves]

Sister Act- Audition help (girls)

DELORIS Some things to keep in mind are Deloris is •confident •sassy •"a star" And all these traits should show in your audition song Some good songs/musicals: •so much better from legally blonde •forever from Shrek the musical •anything show girl like • Rent •I just wanna be a star from nunsense

TINA AND MICHELE Tina and Michele are the backup singers to Deloris and both have that show girl attitude Note: Tina is more of an air head and Michele is sassy and always quick with a retort Songs that work with Deloris will also work for Tina and Michele

MARY ROBERT Mary Robert is shy at first but really opens up her shell once Deloris enters to convent Songs to sing: •pulled from Adams family •part of your world from TLM (little overdone) •home from Beauty and the Beast •not for the life of me from Through modern Millie Any song that shows a character desperate for more

MARY PATRICK Mary Patrick is upbeat, comical, and always happy in the convent and that should show in your singing Song to sing: •omigod you guys from legally blonde •my favorite things from the sound of music

MARY LAZ Mary laz is one of the oldest, headstrong nuns in the convent any song showing off your ability to play old or stubborn should work

MOTHER SUPERIOR to play mother superior you need a strong voice and need to play the toughest nun in the convent. She is set in her ways and cares for her nuns. Any mother figure or even villain (as long as you don’t play her as evil) song will work

[musicaltheatreloves]

Audition songs for Middle school

Hey guys! Here’s a list of some appropriate songs to sing for middle school auditions

🎤I enjoy being a girl from Flower Drum Song 🎤Many a new day from Oklahoma! 🎤Notice me Horton from Suessical 🎤Alone in the Universe from Suessical 🎤People will say we’re in love from Oklahoma! 🎤If I were a bell from Guys and Dolls Jr 🎤It’s a hard knock life from Annie 🎤She’s in love from The Little Mermaid 🎤I think I got you beat from Shrek The Musical 🎤Good Morning Baltimore from Hairspray 🎤Maybe from Annie 🎤Hopelessly devoted to you from Grease 🎤Summer nights from Grease 🎤Hakuna Matata from The Lion King

[musicaltheatreloves]

Vocal Health

Here are some of the best foods and drinks to keep you hydrated!

DRINKS 💦Water- obviously, its recommended to drink 6-8 eight ounce glasses a day ☕Decaffeinated tea- Green or Herbal teas with honey can have major soothing benefits to your voice 💦Warm water with honey and lemon- an easy way to soothe your voice

FOOD here’s some food with its water content Cucumber- 96.7 Iceberg lettuce- 95.6 Tomatoes- 94.5 Watermelon- 91.5 Spinach- 91.4 Strawberries- 91

TO AVOID 🚫 alcohol 🚫 caffeinated drinks (for any you have drink a glass of water to balance) 🚫 dairy 🚫 citrus fruits/juices

SOURCE: http://www.singlikeastar.com/vocal-hygiene-the-best-drinks-and-food-to-keep-you-hydrated/ and some of my own stuff

[musicaltheatreloves]

Hey guys !

You’re probably here because you have an upcoming audition and show and are really in need of some advice, well just you’re luck I’m here to give it! Whether it’s how to calm your nerves, or what song to sing, I’ll be happy to give advice :)