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There are various types of auditions you might come across in your career all of them depend on the type of audition you are going to, your location or even any personal accessibility issues. some examples of types of auditions are:
1) You might be invited to a traditional audition in which you will be asked to prepare a classical and contemporary monolouge, you will go into the given location and have a face to face audition. This is the kind of audition i attended, in my case i prepared the two monologues and was asked to present them both, i was then given feedback and was asked to perform my monologue in a different way taking into account what they have said for me to change, in my case it was to take into cosideration where the emotion that was performed in the monologue was coming from ( head, heart, gut or action) which meant that when the character was talking about love and emotion. i would place my hand on my chest because i was speaking from the heart, i was also asked to change directions everytime my character showed a different emotion so when she was speaking from the heart as i mentioned previously i would walk in one direction but then when in the next line when she would start to get a bad feeling about something i would put my hand on either my heas as if im worried or on my stomach to portrey a gut feeling almost and then i would walk in a different direction. I was also asked questions some of them being why i want to study at that exact uni and to tell them about myself, i have also prepared questions for them that i wanted to know.
2) You could also be asked to do a dualog audition where it is script reading in which you would have to read and perform a script with a partner, this type of auditon that would mainly be used in theatres of movie sets to test the ability of an actor interpret and understand a scene as well as testing their ability to work with a partner and letting them bring a scene to life.
3) Another type of audition is a self tape, thats were you are given a genere of monologue you need to pick from then you record yourself performing the monologue, as well as answering any questions that they have asked and you can answer them either in the same video as your audition or attach them written in an emial alongside your auditon video.
4) One more type of auditon type is a virtual interview, in this auditon you willo get invited to a call of some sorts and you will have to act out your audition pieces live over the phone, the reason this differs from a self tape is because it is not pre recorded and can not be re done so in my opinion it is a bit more stressful and harder, you also have to be sure to be very prepared.
One interesting aspect to consider about the types of auditions is that since Covid self tape and virtual interviews have become way more popular and more frequent since in covid people couldn't mix with eachother it was a chance for actors to still be able to continue on with their career, it is also an amazing way for individual to still be able to attend auditions if they were unable to travel long distances, another positive of virtual interviews is that they are more inclusive to disables people and alllow them to have a fair chance, and be more accessible to them.
I also attended an audition at Gloucestershire college in which i was audiotioning for the role of Maudie from "Two" in this audition i picked a monologue of a different character as maudie doesnt have a monologue, i made sure to prepare myself for any questions that i might ger asked by doing background research on my character and getting familiar with the play itself. When i first waled into the audition room i introduced myself and said who i was auditioning for and which monologue i was doing, when i finished performing my monologue i was asked to perform a different monologue which made me feel a bit nervous since i wasn't too sure how that character is however i didnt show it and improvised which i feel like was a key part in making this audition so succesful as i showed confidence , i then got asked questions about Maudie and her relationships, i ended up getting the part of Maudie which i am very happy about.
The material i have decided to prepare for my audition at the University of Gloucestershire was one classical monologue which was "The Seagull' in which i read Ninas monologue i decided to pick this monologue because i felt like the emotion behind the words in this monologue was powerful and it allowed me to present it in a poweful and meaningful way. I have also prepared a contemporary monologue which was "the performence of a life time" and it was Lauras monologue, what's drawn me to this monologue is that is has a very wide range of emotions all the way from happy to sad to angry to excited so i feel like it allowed me to show a wide range of my skills all at once, it allowed me to vary my tone and range.
Two audition
Two audition
This is a video of my audition for "Two" at Gloucestershire college, I auditioned for Maudie and read the old womans monologue
Science of Voice:
How does the voice function?
Voice is the result of air moving from the lungs. The rapid passage of air from the lungs causes vocal fold vibration. Voices are produced by the vibrations. The purpose of these sounds is to mimic conversation.
Where does the voice come from?
The larynx, often known as the voice box, is a vital organ with several functions. The neck is where it is situated. The larynx has a role in swallowing, voice production, and breathing. Sound waves are produced in the mouth, nose, and throat by the vocal cords vibrating in reaction to air moving through them.
production of a vocal tone
To achieve the perfect tone, the larynx, tongue, nose, soft palate, vocal folds, and the use of resonance in the head and neck cavities are all crucial.
Air exhalation
Lack of breath support causes tension to build up in our voicebox. As a result, speaking becomes difficult due to larynx strain and stiffness. The diaphragm is the primary inspiratory muscle. It's a large muscle beneath your lungs that resembles a dome.
Vocal cords resonance
Vocal resonance is the process by which the basic product of phonation increases in timbre and intensity as it travels through the air-filled cavities to reach the outside air.
Muscles
To produce speech, air moves from the lungs up the windpipe, also known as the trachea, and through the voice box, commonly known as the larynx. Sound is produced as a result of the vocal cords vibrating. Sound is shaped into words by the muscles that govern the tongue, lips, and soft palate.
Organs
The rapid passage of air from the lungs causes vocal fold vibration. Voice is the result of the vibrations. These sounds produce speech. When speaking, the air pressure beneath the larynx increases, leading to the eventual disintegration of the vocal folds.
Tongue
The tongue can produce loud, rapid noises with the help of the lips and teeth. Tension in the tongue may change tone and location.
Mouth
Sound waves are produced in the mouth, nose, and throat by the vocal cords vibrating in response to air moving through them. The pitch of the voice is impacted by the tension on the vocal folds.
Paletes
Vowels are among the sounds that don't need the palate to raise and close in order to prevent air from leaking through the nose.
Larnyx
Rapid passage of air from the lungs causes Larnyx vocal fold vibration. Voices are created by the vibrations. These sounds are what make up speech. When speaking, an increase in air pressure under the larynx causes the vocal folds to be pulled apart.
Air exhalation
Air exhalation
Lack of breath support causes tension to build up in our voicebox. As a result, speaking becomes difficult due to larynx strain and stiffness. The diaphragm is the primary inspiratory muscle. It's a large muscle beneath your lungs that resembles a dome.
Vocal cords resonance
Vocal cords resonance
Vocal resonance is the process by which the basic product of phonation increases in timbre and intensity as it travels through the air-filled cavities to reach the outside air.
Muscles
Muscles
To produce speech, air moves from the lungs up the windpipe, also known as the trachea, and through the voice box, commonly known as the larynx. Sound is produced as a result of the vocal cords vibrating. Sound is shaped into words by the muscles that govern the tongue, lips, and soft palate.
Organs
Organs
The rapid passage of air from the lungs causes vocal fold vibration. Voice is the result of the vibrations. These sounds produce speech. When speaking, the air pressure beneath the larynx increases, leading to the eventual disintegration of the vocal folds.
Tongue
Tongue
The tongue can produce loud, rapid noises with the help of the lips and teeth. Tension in the tongue may change tone and location.
Mouth
Mouth
Sound waves are produced in the mouth, nose, and throat by the vocal cords vibrating in response to air moving through them. The pitch of the voice is impacted by the tension on the vocal folds.
Paletes
Paletes
Vowels are among the sounds that don't need the palate to raise and close in order to prevent air from leaking through the nose.
Larnyx
Larnyx
Rapid passage of air from the lungs causes Larnyx vocal fold vibration. Voices are created by the vibrations. These sounds are what make up speech. When speaking, an increase in air pressure under the larynx causes the vocal folds to be pulled apart.
Vocal folds
Vocal folds
The lungs vibrate because of the pressure that builds up beneath them as a result of the vocal folds closing, which stops some air from exiting. Before the vocal tract transforms it into different sounds during speech, this vibrating is the voice's basic sound.
Epiglottis
Epiglottis
The epiglottis helps humans make high-frequency sounds by narrowing the pharynx, or throat.
Trachea
Trachea
The trachea, also referred to as the windpipe, is a cartilage tube that carries air to and from the lungs. The vocal folds, often known as the vocal cords, are located inside the larynx. Their main responsibility is to protect the airway and make sure nothing unwanted passes through the trachea and into the lungs.
Lungs
Lungs
Speech breathing is defined by long exhalation and quick inhalation. Air must first enter the lungs and then be forced out through the glottis in order to produce speech sounds during a speaking interaction.
Diaphragm
Diaphragm
The first step to producing a voice is breathing. As air is inhaled, the diaphragm, a large, horizontal muscle under the lungs, sinks. As the lungs' capacity increases, air flows in to fill the space. During exhalation, the diaphragm grows and the muscles of the rib cage contract, forcing the air out.
Intercostal muscles
Intercostal muscles
Intercostal muscles press on the rib cage to force air out of the lungs. The internal intercostals are the most important respiratory muscles for regular speaking and singing because they are responsible for forcing air out of the mouth and nose.
Control of tension
Control of tension
Reducing neck and shoulder tension, which adds to voice tension, or working on your posture and breathing techniques are some ways to better control your tension.
What is articulation?
What is articulation?
"the formation of clear and distinct sounds in speech"
Process of articulation
Process of articulation
The combination of sound waves made by the articulatory muscles in the larynx, jaw, lungs, and face, which are controlled by the motor brain, is the articulatory process.
Jaw
Jaw
Strong jaw muscles are necessary for better articulation of words and sounds. The jaw muscles need to be coordinated with each other to produce speech sounds and improve overall speech clarity.
Lips
Lips
The lips are one articulator used to make speech sounds, and they additionally help to the making of audible noises for listeners. A important area of research for studying important aspects of speech perception and production is lip movements.
REFERENCES FOR PHOTOS
https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.researchgate.net%2Ffigure%2FStages-of-voice-production-Source-Anatomy-and-Physiology-John-Hopkins-Voice-Center_fig1_330546181&psig=AOvVaw3EGSYRIr7nlmh5W1yO6S0F&ust=1713003115151000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBIQjRxqFwoTCKCemYO4vIUDFQAAAAAdAAAAABAE
https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sciencedirect.com%2Fscience%2Farticle%2Fpii%2FS0092867418305932&psig=AOvVaw1tZZs8QMDWzaUSiQCTnMyX&ust=1713003173858000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBIQjRxqFwoTCPirpp-4vIUDFQAAAAAdAAAAABAE
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