So, it seems I was not the desired look for the upcoming American Repertory Theatre production of Cardenio. The message I received regarding my audition indicated that they “are holding fast to the idea of the Botticelli Female” and while my “voice was beautiful”, my “look was not Italian enough”. As I have commented many times before, if it is meant to be, then it is meant to be. It seems this is not meant to be. Alas!
I’ve just returned from an audition for a new show to be produced by the American Repertory Theatre, Cardenio. (Could it be related to the recently found Shakespearean manuscript?) Last week, the artistic director offered to pencil me into today’s auditions and asked that I prepare for a specific part which requires both acting (as it is a play) and singing (as the character and her husband are singers). So, I tracked down the art song that is part of the show and began to learn it earlier this week. I also read the entire manuscript, which was provided.
My plan for today involved leaving two hours early to allow for travel time, rehearsal time, and an early arrival. So, I left 30 minutes late, immediately eating into my two-hour block. Nonetheless, I was able to squeeze in a warm-up and review of my character’s lines, and still arrive ten minutes prior to my scheduled audition. As I walked past … Read more »
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