TART 205
AUDITIONS FOR THEATRE & FILM
Section: 71050
Instructor: Tony Carreiro
Time: 5:00 pm to 6:50 pm
Office: J-115 (in the auditorium)
FALL
2011
Place: H100
Office hours: Tue. & Thurs. 12PM to 1PM & 4PM to 5PM
Wed. 3PM to 4PM
Contact #: 562-938-4946 -or- e-mail: acarreiro@lbcc.edu
Required Text: An Actor Behaves by Tom Markus
Requirements:
1) Attendance & Attitude,
Most of what you learn, you will learn in class. So show up (on time) and be willing to
try. Showing up more than 15 min. late or leaving early, for any reason equals 3 points
per event. Each absence is a loss of 9 points. After 6 absences you will be dropped
2) Paper and test:
There will be tests on the reading and a paper on audition technique. You must also have a
journal.
3) Project:
There will be a picture and resume project. This will be discussed in class. There will also
be an “on camera” project
4) Midterm:
You are required to find and memorize 2 monologues to be performed in front of the class.
One of classical nature and one of contemporary nature, one comic or "light" and one
dramatic or "dark”. I will explain this in detail.
5) Final:
You are required to find and memorize 2 more monologues to be performed in front of
the class. One of classical nature and one of contemporary nature, one comic or "light"
and one dramatic or "dark. The comic and dramatic monologues should be opposite
qualities of your first pair. I will explain this in detail.
Rule: 1)
No eating or drinking in class. No exceptions. Water, of course is always allowed.
Always have your syllabus in class with you. You must also have a notebook and pen in
every class, and bring your book to every class. You will also be keeping a journal.
Grades: Grades are based on a “1000 point” system.
Attendance = 250pts.
Journal =100pts
Midterm = 150 pts.
Quiz/Paper = 150 Pts.
Projects = 150 pts.
Final = 200 pts.
TART 205
AUDITIONS FOR THEATRE & FILM
FALL
2006
Academic Honesty:
(This statement is taken directly from the LBCC Faculty Guide)
“Lack of honesty in the classroom is considered a very serious offense. Any form of cheating
on tests, turning in of work which is not one’s own (plagiarism), talking during tests,
furnishing false information to instructors or knowingly misrepresenting one-self to the college
is grounds for disciplinary action. The consequences of cheating are severe and may include
the possibility of expulsion. Disciplinary action can include the following: warnings,
reprimands, probation, suspensions, expulsion, restitution, and loss of financial aid.”
Overview of TART 205: Auditions for Theatre and Film:
This course prepares performers for the practical application of the professional audition
process. Course exercises assist in developing an actors professional manner, concentration
and awareness. Selection of appropriate material, accurate self-assessment, analyzing the
text, presenting the material, preparation of a resume with pictures and the presentation of
self for maximum effect are covered in the course. Guest lecturers may be part of the class
and several simulated audition situations will aid in the students learning process.
Incentive:
Anyone with perfect attendance at the end of the semester will
receive 5 points to assist their grade.
Focus:
Our goal is to develop contemporary and classic theatre audition technique, plus explore the
range of varied audition styles facing the 21st century actor; from various auditions to all
camera acting forms.
Projected Student Learning Outcomes for TART 205:
1. Compare and contrast different types of auditions used in the acting profession.
2. Develop and apply proper techniques for professional auditions and interviews.
3. Compare and contrast professional business practices.
Learning Objectives for TART 205:
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Demonstrate different styles of auditions.
Develop and design material for theatre, television and film style auditions.
Assess the differences between “live” and “filmed” mediums.
Evaluate and assemble resumes for each business medium.
Assess and present a proper professional “headshot”.
Organize and present audition material for each medium.
Assemble and demonstrate interview skills for each medium.