It's all about the look or talent?!
Tue, 1 Sept 2009, 06:31 pmAndie Jo13 posts in thread
It's all about the look or talent?!
Tue, 1 Sept 2009, 06:31 pmI have just recently gotten back into acting after working in media in Sydney. I am finding it a little frustrating to find suitable plays and short films I can audition for in Perth.
I am Australian born with Indian, European and Indigenous heritage. Alot of the roles I have auditioned for lately have been set in 18th Century England so my look is probably not appropriate (which I was told by one honest director). I don't really like it when the director thinks I am only suitable for the role of the "maid". But heck I'll happily play that role if it's offered.
I am seriously just happy to have a chance to practice auditioning and just be judged on the acting. I kinda figure if I get my face out there then directors know I exist, so when the right role comes along I'm top of mind.
Can someone please point me in the right direction here? How can I get more acting experience in Perth when there is a lack of roles for me to audition for in amateur theatre?
The general prevalence of
Fri, 4 Sept 2009, 10:04 amWalter Plinge
The general prevalence of historical plays compared to modern plays being put on in amateur theatre puts the non-caucasian actor at a disadvantage to start off with. As mentioned previously in another thread (by the young woman who played Christine in Logos' production of the Dolls House, I think), there is also a general assumption with modern plays that if the script does not specify ethnicity, the character is caucasian. To be considered, the non-caucasian actor will have to work hard to shift preconceived ideas.
It may be an option for some to create their own shows...but amateur theatre is often a hobby, so it may not be an option for all.