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Post by ajabbar on Jun 19, 2018 22:47:19 GMT
Hi People, is it worth going down to Camden to audition and obviously be up for rehearsals for a profit share theatre (small production) I live in the North West and therefore contemplating after being offered an audition. it says tight selection. If gotten the role I would need to rehearse for 11 days split into two about 3 days apart and then the 2 show days in August, I would certainly need to book accommodation. I am looking to improve my acting credits but is this ludicrous? My question is how valuable will this be if I was to put out cost and do people take part in fringe such as this that only live within a commutable distance local?
Thanks Guys,
A.J
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Post by Deleted on Jun 20, 2018 9:08:34 GMT
Hi People, is it worth going down to Camden to audition and obviously be up for rehearsals for a profit share theatre (small production) I live in the North West and therefore contemplating after being offered an audition. it says tight selection. If gotten the role I would need to rehearse for 11 days split into two about 3 days apart and then the 2 show days in August, I would certainly need to book accommodation. I am looking to improve my acting credits but is this ludicrous? My question is how valuable will this be if I was to put out cost and do people take part in fringe such as this that only live within a commutable distance local? Thanks Guys, A.J For experience and the cv it would be useful but the cost is going to be high. Do you have anyone who you could stay with maybe, cutting down accommodation costs? If not, can anyone else involved help? That's your major outlay dealt with if so. After that, you are left with transport costs and look at going by coach, as it would be slower but (usually) cheaper than train and less onerous than driving. |
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Post by ajabbar on Jun 20, 2018 15:05:45 GMT
Hi People, is it worth going down to Camden to audition and obviously be up for rehearsals for a profit share theatre (small production) I live in the North West and therefore contemplating after being offered an audition. it says tight selection. If gotten the role I would need to rehearse for 11 days split into two about 3 days apart and then the 2 show days in August, I would certainly need to book accommodation. I am looking to improve my acting credits but is this ludicrous? My question is how valuable will this be if I was to put out cost and do people take part in fringe such as this that only live within a commutable distance local? Thanks Guys, A.J For experience and the cv it would be useful but the cost is going to be high. Do you have anyone who you could stay with maybe, cutting down accommodation costs? If not, can anyone else involved help? That's your major outlay dealt with if so. After that, you are left with transport costs and look at going by coach, as it would be slower but (usually) cheaper than train and less onerous than driving. |
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Post by ajabbar on Jun 20, 2018 15:07:40 GMT
I know one or 2 house shares that I stayed with abut £150 per week that is all. I predict around £800 for around 17 days stay for travel, stay and extra food supplement costs, but food/refreshments is provided during rehearsals. But the self employed work/earning I will miss, though I am very flexible. If it is paid it can get me one spotlight credit. I'm just hoping there is more opportunity. I'm tempted to not go for it. But will be great good if I was near the area.
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Post by TallPaul on Jun 20, 2018 16:00:22 GMT
I know this is work rather than a holiday, but if I was trying to weigh up the pros and cons, I would ask myself if 17 days in London, at a cost of £640, or even £800, was good value.
Knowing what I normally pay for just an overnight trip, the answer is an unequivocal yes.
So on that unscientific basis, and if I had any talent, I'd probably be tempted to give it a shot.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 20, 2018 18:46:31 GMT
I would encourage you to make the investment. If you do get the gig be sure to write as many letters as you can to people in the industry (casting agents, directors etc). A fraction of those you write to will turn up and watch you, but it's worth doing. Who knows, you might get to audition to other shows on the back of this. At the very least you add it to your experience and CV.
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Post by ajabbar on Jun 24, 2018 22:38:44 GMT
Thanks guys, cleoskryker, TallPaul, theatremonkey.com...you are right! Anyway, I went to the audition, train fair wasn't cheap but at least i know the answer to what if.
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Post by samuelwhiskers on Jun 29, 2018 12:23:47 GMT
The most crucial thing is a) the script and b) the people. If the script is a dud or the people involved unprofessional, the entire experience will be a colossal waste of your time and money and potentially damage your career. On the other hand a superb and well-cast script overseen by talented director and produced by a competent company can punch far above its weight.
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