Storm the Stage
Fri, 3 June 2005, 05:15 pmAshleigh Warner6 posts in thread
Storm the Stage
Fri, 3 June 2005, 05:15 pmHi,
Just after some info from anyone who is invloved or knows much about Storm the Stage comp.
I was wondering how the adjudicator's felt about accents? I'm trying to decide whether to keep an Aussie accent or do an American one (as it's an American monologue).
Thanks,
Ashleigh
Ashleigh WarnerFri, 3 June 2005, 05:15 pm
Hi,
Just after some info from anyone who is invloved or knows much about Storm the Stage comp.
I was wondering how the adjudicator's felt about accents? I'm trying to decide whether to keep an Aussie accent or do an American one (as it's an American monologue).
Thanks,
Ashleigh
Scotty SheridanFri, 3 June 2005, 06:53 pm
Re: Storm the Stage
Hi Ashleigh,
Well one of the winners last year used an American accent, as she had an American piece, and she won an audition. It also depends on your piece as well I guess. If your talking about aspects of American culture, probably best to go with accent. If its fairly Universal and not obvious as to where your piece is set then stick with what you know I reckon.
In short, probably best not to have Blanche from streetcar speaking like Kath and Kim. (Bit un-ewes-ual).
But thats just me.
Break a Leg
Scott
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Well one of the winners last year used an American accent, as she had an American piece, and she won an audition. It also depends on your piece as well I guess. If your talking about aspects of American culture, probably best to go with accent. If its fairly Universal and not obvious as to where your piece is set then stick with what you know I reckon.
In short, probably best not to have Blanche from streetcar speaking like Kath and Kim. (Bit un-ewes-ual).
But thats just me.
Break a Leg
Scott
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Walter PlingeSat, 4 June 2005, 11:24 pm
Re: Storm the Stage
Hi Ashleigh,
I used an American accent for my song last year as it was appropriate to the character. I would say similar things to scotty. As long as the accent is accurate to the character it should be fine. Make sure its spot on, i saw pro theatre over in melbourne last week and the guy slipped a couple of times and it really stuck out. So make sure it works for you, if it doesnt cut it out.
Good luck!
Zac Gower
I used an American accent for my song last year as it was appropriate to the character. I would say similar things to scotty. As long as the accent is accurate to the character it should be fine. Make sure its spot on, i saw pro theatre over in melbourne last week and the guy slipped a couple of times and it really stuck out. So make sure it works for you, if it doesnt cut it out.
Good luck!
Zac Gower
slightlybemusedFri, 10 June 2005, 06:12 am
Re: Storm the Stage
Ditto to pretty much everything Scott and Zac said :)
I used an accent in my monologue for STS last year. If you can pull the accent off reasonably well, and it's appropriate to the piece, go for it. I find it's very helpful for getting in to character :)
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I used an accent in my monologue for STS last year. If you can pull the accent off reasonably well, and it's appropriate to the piece, go for it. I find it's very helpful for getting in to character :)
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Walter PlingeSun, 12 June 2005, 05:09 pm
Re: Storm the Stage
Ditto to what Scotty, Zac AND Kia said :P haha... if the audience is goin to be able to tell that the monologue is set in america, then its probably best to use the accent, because you are being judged on character for one thing! Also your verbal communication skills, so if you HAVE to use the accent, make sure you get it right!
Tho, if the piece isnt strictly american, and your a bit weary of using the accent, then dont... go in feelin as comfortable about the piece as you can! If your nervous about doin the accent, you will have a higher chance of muckin it up on the night! And...finally! Develop the character to how you think they are... dont let any other interpretations of the character effect yours...dont just use an accent for the sake of it!
Chookas! :D
Tho, if the piece isnt strictly american, and your a bit weary of using the accent, then dont... go in feelin as comfortable about the piece as you can! If your nervous about doin the accent, you will have a higher chance of muckin it up on the night! And...finally! Develop the character to how you think they are... dont let any other interpretations of the character effect yours...dont just use an accent for the sake of it!
Chookas! :D
Walter PlingeSun, 12 June 2005, 05:35 pm
Re: Storm the Stage
Hi Everyone
Well the first heat of storm the stage has been held and it looks as though we will have another fantastic year of talent.
If I could remind all of the contestants please that the two categories are Musical Theatre and Drama. That means, that for the musical theatre, you are expected to create a character for the song. It should be a song where you can incorporate your acting ability and your singing. This is a musical theatre performance, not a singing competition per se. Obvioulsy you need to be able to sing, but you also need to create a character as well.
Also, the entry form does state that the monologues should be from published world theatre repetoire. It helps for everyone to be on a level playing field.
Have fun!
Kerri
Well the first heat of storm the stage has been held and it looks as though we will have another fantastic year of talent.
If I could remind all of the contestants please that the two categories are Musical Theatre and Drama. That means, that for the musical theatre, you are expected to create a character for the song. It should be a song where you can incorporate your acting ability and your singing. This is a musical theatre performance, not a singing competition per se. Obvioulsy you need to be able to sing, but you also need to create a character as well.
Also, the entry form does state that the monologues should be from published world theatre repetoire. It helps for everyone to be on a level playing field.
Have fun!
Kerri