For example, if the show is “Wicked,” you’ll want to research the show, the characters and their traits, and listen to the songs on loop constantly until your audition. If your show is lesser known or written by teachers or students, ask the directors or playwrights in advance about the characters and the themes of the show. It will help you get a grasp on what you need to know.
Remember: In the actual audition, don’t try to play down on the scenes you read for that aren’t on the character you want. If you want to play a beautiful woman and are asked to read for a baseball player, act like a baseball player! The directors will be looking for you to be versatile and ready for anything, and if that means reading for a baseball player, pretend to chew that Juicy Fruit and slouch. Convince them that every second you have on that stage will be used to the best of your abilities, instead of only craving your shining moment.
