How to Prepare a Child for an Audition

Your child loves performing in front of an audience. She may be very talented and have had years of voice and drama lessons. Auditions will be part of her life if she is truly serious about pursuing her craft and she will need to be thoroughly prepared to effectively compete against others.

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      Review the materials for the audition with your child to be sure she is right for the role. It can help if you have some background on the thing your child is trying out for, whether it is a part in a product commercial or a staged play. The more knowledgeable your child is about the part, the more confident and flexible she will be. Those who choose the finalists may also be impressed by the initiative and interest she has shown in the role.

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      Set up practice times and lengths. This will depend greatly on the difficulty of the audition, the time available and the age and ability level of the child. For younger children, keep practice sessions short but fun.

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      Never wait until the last minute to learn lines. Marley McKay, who played the role of Nate in "The Lovely Bones" tells ambitious youngsters, "̶0;The worst thing you can do is put off learning your lines to the last minute.̶1; And knowing your lines is not the only thing producers and directors will remember -- it is important to have confident body language, a killer smile and enthusiasm for the part, all of which can be rehearsed over and over again.

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      Bring professional head shots to the audition. A natural portrait of her at her current age is all that is required. Even if photos are not requested, submitting them will help the individuals in charge of the final selections put a name to the face. It will also help them remember her should another role become available.

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      Allow your child plenty of rest before the big day. Reduce any type of stress or distractions so she can concentrate on the upcoming audition. Stage fright can be contagious. Remain calm in her presence so she will not become tense or worried. If possible, hold a practice session in the very same location where the auditions will be held so the child can become familiar with the environment and acoustics.

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