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'If you want to be an actor this is your platinum express card.
Don't leave home without it.'

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Performing Arts Audition Guide: So you want to tread the boards...

Are you stuck on writing your personal statement for drama school ? Ever wondered just what audition songs actually belong on that famous 'overdone' list? Do you want to know how to be seen for Eastenders, Wicked or Phantom of the Opera?

Or do you wish to contact agents and casting directors but don't know how to format a covering letter that won't land in the bin? 'So you want to tread the boards - the perfoming arts audition guide ' deals with all those questions and many others (also asked by the established actor) that are seemingly impossible to find answers to.

Full of insider tips and personal stories,'So you want to tread the board - sthe perfoming arts audition guide' is a must-have for anyone involved in the performing arts, offering advice on musical theatre, singing, stage acting, film, television, and all related issues.

Covering a hugely extensive variety of topics, ranging from living in London as an actor, temping to pay the bills, and where to turn after drama school training, it also includes comprehensive song lists, details on how to interpret lyrics, where to find backing tracks and hundreds of essential internet links.

Written from a Mountview Academy graduate's point of view, 'the perfoming arts audition guide - the perfoming arts audition guide ' relates specifically to this particular mindset and way of thinking, tackling practical and emotional concerns commonly faced by professionals and those aspiring, in a user-friendly manner for all ages.

Confusing minefields, such as how to fund your drama school training, complete your income taxes are made accessible, and pointers for communication with apprehensive parents and friends are supplied from personal experience. Informative and yet entertaining, this clear, no-nonsense, and to the point guide is the perfect source of assistance and inspiration for those seeking to perform professionally.


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Review Corner

2010 London Book Festival winning:
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Recommendation by Elaine Page

'there is certainly enough solid and useful material here to merit the book becoming an essential read for beginners for many years to come.' - The Stage

'Jennifer has penned a 'must read' for anyone wanting act professionally, and a 'must buy'for anyone seeking a gift for the stage-struck this season.'
- www.theatremonkey.com

Link to "You Tube" video recommendation by an aspiring Musical Theatre student.

 


Look Inside

Table of Contents
Foreword by Leslie Bricusse


Samples to read:

Take the Musical Theatre Test
Recommended Musical Theatre Auditions Songs
Overdone Audition Songs
Accreditted Acting & Musical Theatre Courses
Drama School Survival Guide
How to Find an Agent
Professional Auditions
Acting for Kids and Teens
Audition Monologues
Backing Tracks
Audition Coach and Singing Teachers
Performing Arts Books
Performing Arts Summer Courses

The Author

Jennifer Reischel

A Mountview Academy
graduate
reveals the truths and clarifies the myths of persuing a career in the performing arts.
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